Summary:
Marathon Digital issues $850 million in convertible notes to repurchase debt and acquire Bitcoin.
$199 million of proceeds will be used to repurchase $212 million of existing convertible notes.
The remaining funds will support working capital and strategic acquisitions.
Several firms, including MicroStrategy and Metaplanet, are increasing their Bitcoin holdings amid a market rally.
Convertible notes can be converted into cash or MARA stock before maturity in 2030.
Marathon Digital Ventures into $850M Convertible Notes
Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA), a prominent player in the Bitcoin mining sector, has announced the issuance of $850 million in convertible notes, with the potential to increase this amount to $1 billion. This strategic financial maneuver aims to repurchase existing debt, acquire more Bitcoin, and support various corporate initiatives amid a recovering crypto market.
The firm, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, stated that it intends to allocate $199 million of the anticipated $833 million in net proceeds from this offering to repurchase $212 million of its existing 2026 convertible notes. The remaining funds will be designated for acquiring additional Bitcoin and for general corporate purposes, including working capital, strategic acquisitions, and repayment of other debts.
Convertible notes are a unique financial instrument that allows companies to raise capital. These notes can later be converted into equity shares, providing investors with partial ownership of the company.
Market Context
This offering comes at a time when several firms globally are beginning to acquire and hold Bitcoin as the market rallies, driving the price of this leading cryptocurrency to over $94,000. Notable companies like MicroStrategy have amassed a staggering $30 billion in Bitcoin, while Japan’s Metaplanet has acquired more than 1,000 BTC, valued at approximately $93 million.
Additionally, Semler Scientific recently invested nearly $18 million in Bitcoin, demonstrating the growing trend among corporations to hold digital assets on their balance sheets.
Future Terms of the Notes
Starting December 1, 2027, holders of Marathon's convertible notes will have the option to request a cash repurchase, although terms may be adjusted in the event of significant occurrences such as mergers or acquisitions. The notes, maturing on March 1, 2030, can also be converted into cash, MARA stock, or a combination of both.
As of Tuesday, the stock of the Bitcoin miner was trading at $19.86, reflecting a 9% increase, though its after-hours price saw little change according to Google Finance data.
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