Banco Santander Issues $1.5 Billion in 7.250% Perpetual Preferred Tier 1 Securities

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Banco Santander finalized the issuance of $1.5 billion in 7.250% Contingent Convertible Perpetual Preferred Tier 1 Securities. The proceeds will refinance existing AT1 securities and support general corporate purposes, bolstering the bank's capital structure.

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• Issued $1.5 Billion in Tier 1 Securities

  Banco Santander issued U.S.$1,500,000,000 aggregate liquidation preference of 7.250% Non-Step-Up Non-Cumulative Contingent Convertible Perpetual Preferred Tier 1 Securities.

• 7.250% Coupon Rate

  The Tier 1 Notes will accrue non-cumulative cash distributions at a rate of 7.250% per annum until June 3, 2036, resetting thereafter based on the 5-year UST plus 283.7 basis points.

• Net Proceeds to Issuer

  The company received net proceeds of U.S.$1,491,000,000 after deducting the 0.600% underwriting discount.

• Refinancing and General Corporate Purposes

  Proceeds from the offering will be used to refinance outstanding AT1 securities, with any remaining amount allocated for general corporate purposes.

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Banco Santander has successfully issued $1.5 billion in Contingent Convertible Perpetual Preferred Tier 1 Securities. This is a significant capital markets transaction for the bank, as these securities qualify as Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital, which is crucial for meeting regulatory requirements and strengthening the bank's capital base. The proceeds will be used to refinance existing AT1 securities and for general corporate purposes, indicating prudent capital management and financial flexibility. The 7.250% coupon rate reflects the cost of this hybrid capital, but the successful placement demonstrates market confidence in the institution.