GCL Technology Unit Raises $148 Million via Debt Offering
GCL Technology (HKG:3800) unit GCL Solar Star Investment completed a $148 million debt offering, the firm said in a Hong Kong filing Thursday.The solar materials manufacturer's shares were down over 2% in late morning trade Friday.The unit sold 6.95% guaranteed convertible bonds due 2027 that can be exchanged for shares of GCL Technology at an initial rate of HK$1.21 per conversion share.Assuming full conversion, the bonds would net 958.6 million GCL Technology shares, representing 2.80% of the business on an enlarged basis.The convertible bonds were listed in Vienna.Proceeds from the debt offering will be used for general corporate purposes and repayment of debts, GCL Technology said.