First Majestic (AG) Sheds 4% on Silver Drop, $350-Million Notes Issuance

Group 1 - First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE:AG) experienced a decline of 4.27% on Thursday, closing at $15.02, primarily due to plans to raise up to $350 million through the issuance of convertible notes and a drop in silver spot prices [1][3] - During intra-day trading, First Majestic's stock fell by as much as 5.4% [1] - The current spot price of silver is down by 2.49% at $57.0298 per troy ounce, as investors took profits following a recent surge [2] Group 2 - First Majestic has initiated the issuance of convertible senior notes with a total principal amount of $300 million and an overallotment option of up to $50 million, due in 2031 [3] - The notes will carry a cash interest of 0.125% per annum, payable semi-annually, and will be convertible into common shares at an initial conversion price of $22.36, representing a premium of approximately 42.50% over its closing price of $15.69 [4] - The offering is expected to close on December 8, subject to customary closing conditions [5]