VANCOUVER, BC, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - TELUS Corporation (the "Company") today announced (i) the release of the results of its previously announced separate offers (the "Offers") to purchase for cash up to the Maximum Purchase Amount (as defined below) of its outstanding notes of the series listed in the table below (collectively, the "Notes"), and (ii) that it has amended the Offers by increasing the Maximum Purchase Amount from C$600,000,000 to an amount sufficient to accept all tendered 3.95% Senior ...

Core Viewpoint - TELUS Corporation announced pricing terms for its cash offers to purchase outstanding notes, with a maximum purchase amount of US$750 million [1][12]. Group 1: Offer Details - The offers are subject to conditions outlined in the Offer to Purchase dated June 20, 2025, and include a notice of guaranteed delivery [2]. - The total consideration for each series of notes is calculated based on fixed spreads and U.S. Treasury yields as of June 27, 2025 [3][6]. - The offers will expire at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time) on June 27, 2025, unless extended [7]. Group 2: Acceptance and Conditions - Notes will be accepted for purchase based on their acceptance priority level, with the highest priority level being 1 [4][12]. - The company reserves the right to waive conditions and may terminate or alter the offers if conditions are not met [12]. - The financing condition requires the company to raise sufficient net proceeds to purchase all validly tendered notes [12]. Group 3: Settlement and Payments - Settlement for validly tendered notes will occur four business days after the expiration date, expected to be July 3, 2025 [9][10]. - Holders of accepted notes will receive total consideration plus accrued interest up to the settlement date [11]. Group 4: Company Overview - TELUS is a leading communications technology company with over C$20 billion in annual revenue and more than 20 million customer connections [20]. - The company is committed to leveraging technology for positive human outcomes and has contributed C$1.8 billion in community support since 2000 [20].

Core Viewpoint - TELUS has successfully closed an offering of US$1.5 billion in Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Junior Subordinated Notes to fund its tender offers and other corporate purposes [1][2] Group 1: Offering Details - The offering consists of two series of Notes, with a total principal amount of US$1.5 billion [1] - The underwriters for the offering include J.P Morgan Securities LLC, RBC Capital Markets, LLC, and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC [1] Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will primarily be used to fund TELUS' previously announced tender offers [2] - If any tender offer is not completed, the remaining proceeds will be allocated for debt repayment and other general corporate purposes [2] Group 3: Company Overview - TELUS operates in over 45 countries and generates more than C$20 billion in annual revenue, serving over 20 million customer connections [7] - The company is focused on leveraging technology for positive human outcomes and is recognized for its commitment to client service excellence and social capitalism [7] - TELUS Health impacts over 150 million lives globally through innovative health technologies, while TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods enhances connections between producers and consumers using digital technologies [7]

Core Viewpoint - TELUS has announced the pricing of a US$1.5 billion offering of Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Junior Subordinated Notes, which will be used to fund tender offers and repay debt [1][4]. Group 1: Offering Details - The offering consists of two series of notes: Series A for US$700 million with an initial interest rate of 6.625%, and Series B for US$800 million with an initial interest rate of 7.000% [2]. - Series A notes will reset every five years starting October 15, 2030, while Series B notes will reset every five years starting October 15, 2035 [2]. - The interest rates for both series will not reset below their initial rates during any five-year period [2]. Group 2: Underwriters and Closing - The offering is being managed by a syndicate of underwriters led by J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, RBC Capital Markets, LLC, and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC [3]. - The closing of the offering is expected around June 27, 2025, pending customary closing conditions [3]. Group 3: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will primarily fund TELUS' previously announced tender offers [4]. - If any tender offer is not completed, the remaining proceeds will be used for debt repayment and other general corporate purposes [4]. Group 4: Credit Rating - Credit rating agencies have assigned 50% equity credit to the notes [5]. Group 5: Company Overview - TELUS operates in over 45 countries, generating more than C$20 billion in annual revenue and serving over 20 million customer connections [11]. - The company focuses on leveraging technology for positive human outcomes and has a strong commitment to community contributions, having donated C$1.8 billion since 2000 [11].

Core Insights - TELUS partners with TransUnion to implement Branded Call Display (BCD), enhancing customer engagement and protecting against call spoofing and fraud [1][2] - A TransUnion survey indicates that 70% of Canadian consumers are likely to answer calls from businesses displaying verified names and logos, while 61% have missed legitimate calls due to fraud concerns [6] Company Collaboration - The partnership aims to provide TELUS customers with rich call content, including business name, logo, and reason for the call, improving the customer experience [1][2] - This collaboration builds on previous successful initiatives, including the first international calls authenticated by STIR/SHAKEN protocols [2] Market Need - The solution addresses a critical need in the Canadian market, where consumers are increasingly concerned about fraud and unwanted calls [2] - Canadians prefer phone calls for critical communications, with 62% for personal matters, 55% for urgent circumstances, and 52% for high-value decisions [6]

Core Points - TELUS Corporation announced the commencement of cash offers to purchase up to C$600,000,000 of its outstanding senior notes across eight series [1][2] - The offers are subject to certain conditions, including a Financing Condition, which must be satisfied or waived for the offers to proceed [1][13] - The total consideration for each series of notes will be based on a fixed spread plus the yield of applicable Canadian reference securities [6][9] Offer Details - The offers will expire at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time) on June 27, 2025, unless extended or terminated earlier by the company [7] - Settlement for accepted notes is expected to occur three business days after the expiration date, anticipated to be July 3, 2025 [8] - Holders of notes accepted for purchase will receive the total consideration plus accrued and unpaid interest [10] Notes Information - The company has listed eight series of senior notes with varying principal amounts, interest rates, and maturity dates [4] - The maximum purchase amount may be increased, decreased, or waived at the company's discretion [1][12] - The offers may be subject to proration based on the total amount of notes tendered [3] Conditions and Management - The offers are contingent upon the company raising sufficient net proceeds through debt issuances to cover the purchase of the notes and associated costs [13] - RBC Dominion Securities Inc., BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc., CIBC World Markets Inc., Scotia Capital Inc., and TD Securities Inc. are acting as lead dealer managers for the offers [14]

Core Viewpoint - TELUS Corporation has initiated cash offers to purchase up to US$750,000,000 of its outstanding notes, with specific conditions and acceptance priority levels outlined for the series of notes being offered [1][10]. Group 1: Offer Details - The offers are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated June 20, 2025, and include a notice of guaranteed delivery [2]. - The total consideration for each series of notes will be based on a fixed spread plus the yield of the applicable U.S. Treasury reference security, determined on the Price Determination Date [4][8]. - The offers will expire at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern time) on June 27, 2025, unless extended or terminated earlier [5]. Group 2: Notes Information - The company is offering to purchase two series of notes: 4.600% Notes due November 16, 2048, with an outstanding amount of US$750 million, and 4.300% Notes due June 15, 2049, with an outstanding amount of US$500 million [3]. - The acceptance priority levels for the notes are set, with the 4.600% Notes having the highest priority [3][10]. Group 3: Conditions and Procedures - The offers are conditioned on the satisfaction of the Maximum Purchase Condition and the Financing Condition, which requires the company to raise sufficient net proceeds to fund the purchases [10]. - Holders of notes can withdraw their tenders at any time before the expiration date, and those who deliver a Notice of Guaranteed Delivery will have an extended deadline for tendering [6][9]. - Settlement for validly tendered notes is expected to occur four business days after the expiration date, or two business days after the Guaranteed Delivery Date [7]. Group 4: Company Overview - TELUS Corporation operates as a leading communications technology company, generating over C$20 billion in annual revenue and serving more than 20 million customer connections globally [23]. - The company is committed to leveraging technology for positive human outcomes and has a strong focus on client service excellence and social responsibility [23][24].

Core Viewpoint - TELUS has announced the pricing of an $800 million reopening of its fixed-to-fixed rate junior subordinated notes, Series CAR and Series CAS, with a maturity date of July 21, 2055 [1][4] Group 1: Notes Details - The re-opened 6.25% fixed-to-fixed rate junior subordinated notes, Series CAR, priced at $102.625 per $100 principal amount, will have a re-opening yield of 5.612% per annum until July 21, 2030, and will reset every five years starting July 21, 2030 [2] - The re-opened 6.75% fixed-to-fixed rate junior subordinated notes, Series CAS, priced at $104.500 per $100 principal amount, will have a re-opening yield of 6.127% per annum until July 21, 2035, and will reset every five years starting July 21, 2035 [3] Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will be used to reduce outstanding indebtedness, including commercial paper, and for other general corporate purposes [4] Group 3: Company Overview - TELUS is a leading communications technology company generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 20 million customer connections [9]

Core Viewpoint - TELUS Corporation has submitted a non-binding indication of interest to acquire TELUS Digital, aiming to enhance operational integration and drive AI and SaaS transformation across various sectors [1][2]. Group 1: Acquisition Proposal - TELUS proposes to acquire all outstanding shares of TELUS Digital at a price of US$3.40 per share, representing a 15% premium over the closing share price on June 11, 2025, and a 23% premium over the 30-day volume weighted average trading price [1][2]. - The acquisition is expected to provide TELUS Digital shareholders with liquidity at a compelling value and strengthen TELUS's growth strategy and operational efficiency [1][2]. Group 2: Operational Integration - Closer operational integration between TELUS and TELUS Digital is anticipated to enhance AI capabilities and SaaS transformation across telecommunications, health, agriculture, and consumer goods sectors [1][2]. - TELUS Digital is expected to remain a key business unit within TELUS, contributing to customer service excellence and digital transformation [2]. Group 3: Financial and Legal Considerations - The proposal is subject to confirmatory due diligence, agreement on transaction structure, and approval from the TELUS Digital board of directors [3][4]. - TELUS currently owns approximately 92.5% of the multiple voting shares and 6.1% of the subordinate voting shares of TELUS Digital, representing 57.4% of all outstanding shares [6][7]. Group 4: Advisory and Future Plans - Barclays is acting as the exclusive financial advisor to TELUS, while Stikeman Elliott LLP and A&O Shearman are serving as legal advisors [5]. - TELUS has no current plans beyond the acquisition proposal but may consider future transactions depending on market conditions [8].

Core Insights - Investors are evaluating Telefonica (TEF) and Telus (TU) for potential value opportunities in the Diversified Communication Services sector [1] Valuation Metrics - Telefonica has a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), indicating a positive earnings outlook, while Telus has a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [3] - TEF's forward P/E ratio is 13.39, significantly lower than TU's forward P/E of 21.68, suggesting TEF may be undervalued [5] - TEF has a PEG ratio of 0.78, while TU's PEG ratio is 5.15, indicating TEF's expected earnings growth is more favorable [5] - TEF's P/B ratio is 1.20 compared to TU's P/B of 2.12, further supporting TEF's valuation advantage [6] - Based on these metrics, TEF holds a Value grade of A, while TU has a Value grade of C, making TEF the more attractive option for value investors [6]