LONDON - Ceiba Investments Limited (TICKER CBA), the largest listed investor focused exclusively on Cuba, has announced a proposal to amend the terms of its €25 million convertible bond instrument. The company is seeking approval from its bondholders to restructure the payment schedule, transitioning from a single lump-sum payment to five equal annual installments.
The original bond instrument, dated 22 March 2021, outlined a single bullet payment due on 31 March 2026. However, following discussions initiated on 7 October 2024, a qualified majority of bondholders have reportedly supported an amendment. This amendment would commence payments in 2025, ahead of the original schedule.
The proposed amendment agreement reflects Ceiba Investments' commitment to prioritizing bond payments over shareholder distributions. According to the terms, the interest rate on the bonds will increase to 15% after the original expiry date, and the company will refrain from making distributions to shareholders or repurchasing shares while any portion of the bond remains unpaid.
Bondholders will vote on the extraordinary resolutions required to pass the amendment, with a deadline set for 31 January 2025. At least 60% of the principal amount of the bonds must be voted in favor for the resolutions to be adopted. If the bondholders approve, Ceiba Investments will formalize the amendment agreement, effectively altering the original bond instrument's terms.
This announcement is based on a press release statement by Ceiba Investments Limited.
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