Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. Enters into Forbearance Agreement with Majority Bondholders Following Notes Maturity
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Spanish Broadcasting System (OTC:SBSAA) said its 9.750% Senior Secured Notes due 2026 matured on March 1, 2026 and it has entered a 30-day forbearance agreement with holders representing a majority of outstanding principal. The forbearance pauses certain remedies while parties negotiate a consensual transaction; no assurance a deal will be reached.
The company said discussions are constructive as it continues operations and stakeholder relationships during negotiations.
Positive
- Entered 30-day forbearance with majority noteholders
- Ongoing constructive negotiations toward a consensual solution
Negative
- Notes matured on March 1, 2026 and remain outstanding
- No assurance a consensual transaction will be agreed or consummated
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The Company has been engaged in constructive discussions with holders representing a majority of the outstanding principal amount of the Notes regarding a potential transaction to address the maturity of the Notes and strengthen the Company's capital structure.
In connection with these discussions, the Company has entered into a forbearance agreement with such holders under which the participating holders have agreed to forbear from exercising certain rights and remedies arising from the maturity of the Notes for 30 days while the parties continue negotiations aimed at achieving a consensual solution.
These discussions are progressing constructively and the Company is working with the participating holders toward a consensual transaction. However, there can be no assurance that any such transaction will be agreed to or consummated.
The Company remains focused on serving its audiences, customers and vendors while supporting its employees and furthering the strong relationships it has fostered with its partners and stakeholders over the course of the last four decades.
About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) owns and operates radio stations located in the top
Forward-Looking Statements
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Analysts and Investors | Analysts, Investors or Media | |
Frank M. Soricelli | Chris Plunkett | |
Chief Financial Officer | The Plunkett Group | |
(305) 441-6901 | (212) 739-6729 | |
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