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Global Blue Announces $100M Strategic Equity Investment From Tencent

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Tencent has agreed to invest $100 million in Global Blue common equity at a price of $5.50 per share, which is generally in line with the volume-weighted average price over the past 3 months.

Key Points: 
  • Tencent has agreed to invest $100 million in Global Blue common equity at a price of $5.50 per share, which is generally in line with the volume-weighted average price over the past 3 months.
  • At closing, Tencent will own 18.18 million common shares, representing approximately 8% of the total fully-diluted share capital.
  • Jacques Stern, Global Blue CEO said: “We are pleased to welcome Tencent as a shareholder as we continue to diversify our ownership base.
  • We are pleased to make a strategic investment in Global Blue to help support its future growth and look forward to continued growth in cross-border travel and shopping, including travel from China."

Firmenich Successfully Completes Placement of its Inaugural Benchmark Eurobonds & Swiss Franc Bonds

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

The benchmark Eurobonds and Swiss bonds are rated BBB by S&P Global Ratings Europe Limited.

Key Points: 
  • The benchmark Eurobonds and Swiss bonds are rated BBB by S&P Global Ratings Europe Limited.
  • We are extremely happy with the support received from a wide range of institutional investors," said Patrick Firmenich, Chairman of the Board, Firmenich.
  • This funding will enable us to continue investing in strategic growth and business development opportunities," said Gilbert Ghostine, CEO, Firmenich.
  • Firmenich was advised by Baker & McKenzie and by Bredin Prat and Homburger in respect of French and Swiss law, respectively.