Sun Life redeems Series 2019-1 Subordinated Unsecured 2.38% Fixed/Floating Debentures

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Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF) has announced the completion of the redemption of all its outstanding $750 million principal amount of Series 2019-1 Subordinated Unsecured 2.38% Fixed/Floating Debentures. This redemption, executed on August 13, 2024, marks a significant financial move for the company, potentially impacting its debt structure and financial obligations.

The redemption of these debentures could indicate Sun Life's strategy to manage its debt portfolio, possibly taking advantage of favorable market conditions or aligning with its long-term financial planning. This action may have implications for the company's balance sheet, interest expenses, and overall financial flexibility.

Positive

• Reduction of $750 million in outstanding debt
• Potential improvement in debt-to-equity ratio
• Possible reduction in future interest expenses

Negative

• Decrease in available capital from debt financing
• Potential impact on cash reserves used for redemption

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TORONTO, Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF) ("Sun Life") announced today that it completed the redemption of all of its outstanding $750 million principal amount of Series 2019-1 Subordinated Unsecured 2.38% Fixed/Floating Debentures.

About Sun Life
Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of June 30, 2024, Sun Life had total assets under management of $1.46 trillion. For more information, please visit www.sunlife.com.

Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF.

Note to editors: All figures in Canadian dollars

Media Relations Contact:	Investor Relations Contact:
Kim Race	David Garg
Director	Senior Vice-President, Capital
Corporate Communications	Management and Investor Relations
T. 416-779-4574	T. 416-408-8649
kim.race@sunlife.com	david.garg@sunlife.com

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SOURCE Sun Life Financial Inc.

FAQ

What debentures did Sun Life Financial (SLF) redeem on August 13, 2024?

Sun Life Financial (SLF) redeemed all of its outstanding $750 million principal amount of Series 2019-1 Subordinated Unsecured 2.38% Fixed/Floating Debentures on August 13, 2024.

How much was the principal amount of the debentures redeemed by Sun Life (SLF)?

Sun Life (SLF) redeemed $750 million principal amount of the Series 2019-1 Subordinated Unsecured 2.38% Fixed/Floating Debentures.

What was the interest rate on the debentures redeemed by Sun Life Financial (SLF)?

The redeemed debentures had a 2.38% Fixed/Floating interest rate.

On which stock exchanges is Sun Life Financial (SLF) listed?

Sun Life Financial (SLF) is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).