Recent Updates
Recently added Catalysts
JAZZ Positive Sentiment Score: 75/100

Jazz Pharmaceuticals Announces Successful Completion of Term Loan Repricing and Irrevocable Election of Settlement Method for the 2.000% Exchangeable Senior Notes due 2026 Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (Nasdaq: JAZZ) ( Jazz Pharmaceuticals ) today announced that it has completed a repricing of the approximately $2.7 billion...

Key Takeaway: Jazz Pharmaceuticals has successfully repriced approximately $2.7 billion of its term loans, reducing the applicable margin by 75 basis points, yielding annual interest savings of around $23 million. The company also announced an irrevocable election to fix the settlement method for its 2.000% Exchangeable Senior Notes due 2026, allowing exchanges for cash and shares. This strategic financial maneuver indicates Jazz's commitment to enhancing its capital structure and operational efficiency. However, the company noted that there are inherent risks related to its future financial obligations and the execution of these strategies.

Market Sentiment Analysis

POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Successful completion of $2.7 billion term loan repricing.
  • Anticipated annual interest savings of approximately $23 million.
  • Irrevocable election of a beneficial settlement method for exchangeable senior notes.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • Risk of uncertain outcomes based on forward-looking statements.
  • Dependency on the company's ability to service debt obligations.

Full Press Release Details

DUBLIN , July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (Nasdaq: JAZZ ) ("Jazz Pharmaceuticals") today announced that it has completed a repricing of the approximately $2.7 billion outstanding balance of its U.S. dollar term loans under its credit facility. The applicable margin above Term SOFR will be reduced by 75 basis points (from 300 basis points to 225 basis points) and the credit spread adjustment will be removed, resulting in anticipated interest savings of approximately $23 million on an annualized basis. All other terms are substantially unchanged.
Irrevocable Election of Settlement Method for the 2.000% Exchangeable Senior Notes due 2026
Jazz Investments I Limited (the "Issuer"), a subsidiary of Jazz Pharmaceuticals, today announced that it provided written notice to the exchange agent, the trustee and the holders of its 2.000% Exchangeable Senior Notes due 2026 (the "2026 notes") that it has irrevocably elected to fix the settlement method for exchanges of the 2026 notes to a combination of cash and ordinary shares of Jazz Pharmaceuticals with a specified cash amount per $1,000 principal amount of 2026 notes exchanged equal to or in excess of $1,000 . As a result, for any 2026 notes exchanged subsequent to such notice, an exchanging holder will receive (i) up to $1,000 in cash per $1,000 principal amount of 2026 notes exchanged and (ii) cash, ordinary shares, or any combination thereof, at the Issuer's election, in respect of the remainder, if any, of its exchange obligation in excess of $1,000 per $1,000 principal amount of 2026 notes exchanged.
About Jazz Pharmaceuticals Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (Nasdaq: JAZZ ) is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.
Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements related to anticipated interest savings; settlement and exchanges of the 2026 notes; and other statements that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements are based on Jazz Pharmaceuticals' current plans, objectives, estimates, expectations and intentions and inherently involve significant risks and uncertainties. Do not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, the Company's ability to pay cash amounts and issue ordinary shares due upon exchange of the 2026 notes; the Company's ability to service its debt obligations; and other risks and uncertainties affecting Jazz Pharmaceuticals, including those described from time to time under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in Jazz Pharmaceuticals' Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including Jazz Pharmaceuticals' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 , as supplemented by its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 , and any future filings and reports by Jazz Pharmaceuticals. Other risks and uncertainties of which Jazz Pharmaceuticals is not currently aware may also affect Jazz Pharmaceuticals' forward-looking statements and may cause actual results and the timing of events to differ materially from those anticipated. The forward-looking statements herein are made only as of the date hereof or as of the dates indicated in the forward-looking statements, even if they are subsequently made available by Jazz Pharmaceuticals on its website or otherwise. Jazz Pharmaceuticals undertakes no obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking statements to reflect actual results due to any new information, future events, changes in its expectations or other circumstances that exist after the date as of which the forward-looking statements were made.
Investors: Andrea N. Flynn , Ph.D. Vice President, Head, Investor Relations Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc [email protected] Ireland +353 1 634 3211 U.S. +1 650 496 2717
Media: Kristin Bhavnani Head of Global Corporate Communications Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc [email protected] Ireland +353 1 637 2141 U.S. +1 215 867 4948
SOURCE Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc

21 %

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recent financial update from Jazz Pharmaceuticals?

Jazz Pharmaceuticals has completed a repricing of $2.7 billion in dollar term loans, reducing the applicable margin by 75 basis points.

How much will Jazz Pharmaceuticals save annually from the loan repricing?

The repricing is expected to save approximately $23 million annually in interest.

What change was made to the 2026 Exchangeable Senior Notes?

Jazz Investments I Limited has fixed the settlement method for the 2026 notes to include cash and ordinary shares.

What will noteholders receive upon exchanging the 2026 notes?

Exchanging holders will receive up to $1,000 in cash and may receive cash or shares for any excess amount.

What is the focus of Jazz Pharmaceuticals?

Jazz Pharmaceuticals aims to develop life-changing medications for serious diseases with limited treatment options.

Last updated: Jul 22, 2024