Spire Inc. Prices $200 Million Junior Subordinated Notes Offering

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Spire Inc. announced the pricing of a $200 million offering of 6.375% Junior Subordinated Notes due 2086, a significant capital raise to bolster its financial position.

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• Offering Priced

  Spire Inc. priced $200,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 6.375% Junior Subordinated Notes due 2086.

• Maturity and Coupon

  The notes mature on March 1, 2086, and carry a coupon rate of 6.375%, with interest payable quarterly.

• Financial Flexibility

  The notes include an optional deferral feature, allowing interest payments to be deferred for up to 40 consecutive quarters, with deferred interest accruing.

• Underwriters' Option

  The underwriters have an option to purchase up to an additional $30,000,000 aggregate principal amount of notes.

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This offering provides Spire Inc. with substantial capital, enhancing its financial flexibility and supporting general corporate purposes or investments. While increasing the company's leverage and future interest obligations, the junior subordinated nature and optional interest deferral feature offer some flexibility in managing its capital structure. This move is important for the company's long-term funding strategy.