H World Group Limited Announces Completion of CNY3.35 Billion Offering of CNY-denominated Senior Bonds
H World raises CNY3.35 billion via 2.25% senior unsecured bonds due 2031, with listing expected on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Rhea-AI Summary
H World Group (HTHT) completed an offshore offering of CNY3.35 billion aggregate principal amount of CNY‑denominated senior unsecured bonds due 2031, bearing a 2.25% coupon.
The bonds were sold to non‑U.S. persons in transactions outside the United States under Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act. Net proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes. The bonds are not registered under the Securities Act and cannot be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons without an applicable exemption. Listing and permission to deal in the bonds on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange are expected to become effective on September 17, 2026.
Positive
- CNY3.35 billion raised through senior unsecured bond issuance
- Fixed coupon of 2.25% on bonds due in 2031 provides long-term funding visibility
Negative
- New senior unsecured bonds add CNY3.35 billion of debt obligations through 2031
Key Figures
- Bond principal amount
- CNY3.35 billion
- Aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured bonds
- Bond coupon
- 2.25%
- CNY-denominated bonds
- Bond maturity
- 2031
- Due date for the bonds
- Bond listing effective date
- September 17, 2026
- Expected Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing and trading permission
Previous Offering Reports
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The company proposed the same bond offering, with terms subject to pricing and completion conditions.
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Key Terms
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SINGAPORE and SHANGHAI, Sept. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H World Group Limited (NASDAQ: HTHT and HKEX: 1179) (“H World” or the “Company,” together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”), a key player in the global hotel industry, today announced the completion of its offering of CNY3.35 billion aggregate principal amount of CNY-denominated senior unsecured bonds (the “Bonds”). The Bonds were offered in offshore transactions outside the United States to non-U.S. persons (the “Bond Offering”) in reliance on Regulation S under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”).
The Bond Offering consists of CNY3.35 billion of 2.25 per cent. bonds due 2031.
The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Bond Offering for general corporate purposes.
The Bonds have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws. They may not be offered or sold in the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S under the Securities Act) except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act.
The listing of and permission to deal in the Bonds on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Hong Kong Stock Exchange”) is expected to become effective on September 17, 2026.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities, in the United States or elsewhere, and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale of the securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
About H World
Originated in China, H World is a key player in the global hotel industry. As of June 30, 2026, H World operated 13,539 hotels with 1,335,445 rooms in operation in 21 countries. H World’s brands include HanTing Hotel, JI Hotel, Orange Hotel, Crystal Orange Hotel, IntercityHotel, Grand JI Hotel, Hi Inn, Ni Hao Hotel, Elan Hotel, Zleep Hotels, Starway Hotel, CitiGO, Manxin Hotel, Madison Hotel, MAXX Hotel, Blossom House, Joya Hotel, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, Jaz in the City, Steigenberger Icons and Song Hotels. In addition, H World also has the rights as master franchisee for Mercure, Ibis and Ibis Styles, and co-development rights for Grand Mercure and Novotel, in the pan-China region.
H World’s business includes L&O and M&F models. Under the L&O model, H World directly operates hotels typically located on leased or owned properties. Under the manachise model, H World manages manachised hotels through the on-site hotel managers that H World appoints, and H World collects fees from franchisees. Under the franchise model, H World provides training, reservations and support services to the franchised hotels, and collects fees from franchisees but does not appoint on-site hotel managers. H World applies a consistent standard and platform across all of its hotels. As of June 30, 2026, H World operated 7 percent of its hotel rooms under the L&O model, and 93 percent under the M&F model.
For more information, please visit H World’s website: https://ir.hworld.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “will,” “expect,” “plan,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” “forecast,” “project” or “continue,” the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), in announcements made on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company’s anticipated growth strategies; its future results of operations and financial condition; economic conditions; the regulatory environment; its ability to attract and retain customers and leverage its brands; trends and competition in the lodging industry; the expected growth of demand for lodging; and other factors and risks detailed in its filings with the SEC. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC and the announcements on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of the press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
Contact Information
Investor Relations
Tel: +86 (21) 6195 9561
Email: ir@hworld.com
https://ir.hworld.com
FAQ
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Who was eligible to participate in H World’s CNY bond offering?
The bonds were offered in offshore transactions outside the United States only to non‑U.S. persons, in reliance on Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act. The bonds have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act, and they may not be offered or sold in the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons without an applicable exemption.
When and where will H World’s bonds be listed for trading?
The listing of and permission to deal in the bonds on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited is expected to become effective on September 17, 2026.
How does H World plan to use the proceeds from the bond issuance?
The company intends to use the net proceeds from the bond offering for general corporate purposes.