SHANGHAI, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK: 2057), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China ("ZTO" or the "Company"), today announced the pricing of US$1.5 billion in aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2031 (the "Notes"). The Notes have been offered in offshore transactions outside the United States to non-U.S. persons that are "qualified institutional buyers" (as defined in Rule 144A under the United States Securities Ac ...

Core Viewpoint - Joby Aviation, Inc. has announced the pricing of concurrent public offerings totaling $600 million in convertible senior notes and approximately 52.86 million shares of common stock, with the aggregate offering size increased from a previously announced $1 billion [1] Group 1: Offerings Details - The company is offering $600 million of 0.75% convertible senior notes due in 2032 and 52,863,437 shares of common stock at a price of $11.35 per share [1] - The note offering and common stock offering are scheduled to settle on February 2, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions [1] - The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase additional notes worth up to $90 million and an additional 7,929,515 shares of common stock [1] Group 2: Financial Terms of the Notes - The notes will accrue interest at a rate of 0.75% per annum, payable semi-annually starting August 15, 2026, and will mature on February 15, 2032 [3] - The initial conversion rate is set at 70.4846 shares of common stock per $1,000 principal amount of notes, equating to an initial conversion price of approximately $14.19 per share, representing a 25% premium over the public offering price [3][4] Group 3: Use of Proceeds - Joby estimates net proceeds from the common stock offering to be approximately $576 million, or $662.4 million if the underwriters fully exercise their option [7] - The net proceeds from the note offering are estimated at approximately $582.9 million, or $670.4 million if the over-allotment option is fully exercised [7] - Proceeds will be used for certification and manufacturing efforts, preparation for commercial operations, and general working capital [7] Group 4: Capped Call Transactions - Joby has entered into capped call transactions to cover the number of shares underlying the notes, with an initial cap price of $22.70 per share, representing a 100% premium over the public offering price [9][10] - These capped call transactions are expected to reduce potential dilution to Joby's common stock upon conversion of the notes [10]

Core Viewpoint - Joby Aviation, Inc. plans to offer convertible senior notes and common stock, aiming to raise a total of $1 billion to support its electric air taxi development and commercial operations [1]. Group 1: Offerings - The company intends to offer convertible senior notes due in 2032 and shares of common stock, with total anticipated proceeds of $1 billion [1]. - Morgan Stanley, along with other financial institutions, will manage the offerings, including a delta offering to facilitate hedging transactions for investors [2]. - The note offering and common stock offering are separate, with no completion contingencies between them, while the delta offering is contingent on the note offering [1][2]. Group 2: Notes Details - The convertible senior notes will be senior, unsecured obligations, maturing on February 15, 2032, with interest payable semi-annually [3]. - Noteholders can convert their notes under certain conditions, with Joby having the option to settle conversions in cash, shares, or a combination [3]. - The notes can be redeemed by Joby starting February 20, 2029, if the stock price exceeds 130% of the conversion price for a specified period [4]. Group 3: Use of Proceeds - Joby plans to use proceeds from the note offering for capped call transactions, certification, manufacturing efforts, and general working capital [6][7]. - If the underwriters exercise their over-allotment option, additional proceeds will also fund capped call transactions [7]. Group 4: Capped Call Transactions - Joby expects to enter into capped call transactions to reduce potential dilution of its common stock upon conversion of the notes [8]. - The option counterparties may engage in derivative transactions that could affect the market price of Joby's common stock and notes [9][10]. Group 5: Company Overview - Joby Aviation is a California-based company developing an all-electric, vertical take-off and landing air taxi service, aiming to operate in cities globally and sell aircraft to other operators [13].

Core Viewpoint - Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. has announced the pricing of $1.75 billion in Convertible Senior Notes due 2030, increasing from a previously announced $1.5 billion offering, with an option for initial purchasers to buy an additional $250 million [1][6]. Group 1: Offering Details - The Notes will be senior unsecured obligations of Check Point, with a maturity date of December 15, 2030, and will not bear regular interest [2]. - The initial conversion rate is set at 4.1042 ordinary shares per $1,000 principal amount of Notes, equating to a conversion price of approximately $243.65 per share, representing a 27.5% premium over the last reported sale price [5]. - The net proceeds from the Offering are estimated to be approximately $1.72 billion, intended for capped call transactions, share repurchases, and general corporate purposes [6][7]. Group 2: Redemption and Repurchase Rights - Check Point may redeem the Notes under specific conditions, including tax-related events or if the last reported sale price of its ordinary shares meets certain thresholds [3][4]. - Holders of the Notes can require Check Point to repurchase the Notes for cash under certain conditions, including a fundamental change [4]. Group 3: Capped Call Transactions - Check Point has entered into capped call transactions to cover the number of ordinary shares underlying the Notes, aimed at reducing potential dilution upon conversion [8]. - The cap price for these transactions is approximately $334.43 per share, representing a 75% premium over the last reported sale price of $191.10 [8]. Group 4: Market Impact and Trading - The establishment of initial hedges for the capped call transactions may influence the market price of Check Point's ordinary shares and the Notes [9]. - Concurrent repurchases of ordinary shares may lead to higher trading prices, potentially affecting the initial conversion price of the Notes [9].

Core Viewpoint IREN Limited has announced the pricing of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes, which includes two series of notes due in 2032 and 2033, aimed at qualified institutional buyers, with the proceeds intended for various corporate purposes including repurchasing existing convertible notes and entering into capped call transactions. Group 1: Transaction Details - IREN is offering $1 billion of 0.25% convertible senior notes due 2032 and $1 billion of 1.00% convertible senior notes due 2033 [1][3] - The notes will accrue interest payable semi-annually starting June 1, 2026, with maturity dates on June 1, 2032, and June 1, 2033 [3] - The initial conversion rate for both series is 19.4553 ordinary shares per $1,000 principal amount, equating to an initial conversion price of approximately $51.40 per share, representing a 25% premium over the last reported sale price of $41.12 [3][6] Group 2: Redemption and Repurchase - Each series of notes is redeemable at IREN's option starting December 6, 2028, for the 2032 notes and December 6, 2029, for the 2033 notes, under certain conditions [4] - In the event of a "fundamental change," noteholders may require IREN to repurchase their notes for cash at the principal amount plus accrued interest [5] - IREN plans to repurchase approximately $227.7 million of existing 3.25% convertible senior notes due 2030 and approximately $316.6 million of 3.50% convertible senior notes due 2029, totaling approximately $1,632.4 million [8] Group 3: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering are estimated to be approximately $1,973.8 million, which may increase to $2,270.0 million if additional notes are purchased [11] - Proceeds will be used to fund capped call transactions, repurchase existing convertible notes, and for general corporate purposes [12] Group 4: Capped Call Transactions - IREN has entered into capped call transactions for both series of notes, with an initial cap price of $82.24 per share, representing a 100% premium over the last reported sale price [6][15] - These transactions are designed to reduce potential dilution upon conversion of the notes and offset cash payments required in excess of the principal amount of converted notes [16] Group 5: Company Overview - IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, specializing in large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference, supported by a portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada [22]

Core Viewpoint - Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. plans to offer $1.5 billion of 0.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030 in a private offering to qualified institutional buyers, with an option for initial purchasers to buy an additional $225 million [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The final terms of the Notes, including the initial conversion price, will be determined at the time of pricing [2]. - The Notes will be senior, unsecured obligations and will mature on December 15, 2030, unless repurchased, redeemed, or converted earlier [2]. - The Notes will not bear regular interest, and the principal amount will not accrete [2]. Group 2: Conversion and Redemption - Holders can convert the Notes under certain conditions before September 16, 2030, and at any time thereafter until two trading days before maturity [2]. - Check Point may redeem the Notes under specific conditions, including tax-related events and if the last reported sale price of its shares meets certain thresholds [3][4]. Group 3: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will be used to pay for capped call transactions and to repurchase ordinary shares, potentially up to $225 million [5]. - Remaining proceeds may be allocated for general corporate purposes, including mergers and acquisitions, business development, and product development [5]. Group 4: Capped Call Transactions - Check Point plans to enter into capped call transactions to cover the number of ordinary shares underlying the Notes, which will help reduce potential dilution upon conversion [6][7]. - The capped call transactions are expected to offset cash payments required in excess of the principal amount of the converted Notes [7]. Group 5: Regulatory and Market Considerations - The Notes will be offered only to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A, and the offering has not been registered under the Securities Act [9]. - The press release does not constitute an offer to sell or solicit offers to buy the Notes in jurisdictions where such actions would be unlawful [10].

Core Viewpoint - Vizsla Silver Corp. has announced the pricing of its offering of convertible senior unsecured notes amounting to US$250 million, expected to close around November 24, 2025, with an option for an additional US$50 million [1][3]. Summary by Sections Offering Details - The offering consists of convertible senior unsecured notes due in 2031, with a cash interest rate of 5.00% per annum, and an initial conversion rate of 171.3062 shares per US$1,000 principal amount, equating to a conversion price of approximately US$5.84 per share, representing a 25% premium over the last reported share price of US$4.67 [2][3]. Use of Proceeds - The estimated net proceeds from the offering are approximately US$239.4 million, or US$285.9 million if the option for additional notes is fully exercised. The proceeds will be used for exploration and development of the Panuco Project, potential acquisitions, and general corporate purposes, including a purchase price for capped call transactions of about US$39.6 million [3][6]. Capped Call Transactions - The company has entered into cash-settled capped call transactions to mitigate potential economic dilution from the conversion of the notes. The cap price for these transactions is set at US$10.5075 per share, a 125% premium over the last reported share price [4][5]. Market Impact - The capped call transactions may lead to various derivative transactions that could influence the market price of the shares or notes, potentially affecting the conversion process and the value received by noteholders [6][8]. Regulatory Compliance - The offering is subject to customary closing conditions, including necessary approvals from the Toronto Stock Exchange and NYSE American. The notes and shares will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act and will only be offered to qualified institutional buyers [9][10]. Company Overview - Vizsla Silver is a Canadian mineral exploration and development company focused on the Panuco silver-gold project in Sinaloa, Mexico, aiming to position itself as a leading silver company through a dual-track development approach [13].

Core Viewpoint - Bitdeer Technologies Group has announced a private placement of $400 million in 4.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2031, with an option for initial purchasers to buy an additional $60 million, expected to close on November 17, 2025 [1][2]. Summary by Sections Convertible Notes Details - The notes will accrue interest at 4.00% per year, payable semiannually starting May 15, 2026, and will mature on November 15, 2031 [2]. - The initial conversion rate is set at 56.2635 Class A ordinary shares per $1,000 principal amount, equating to an initial conversion price of approximately $17.77 per share, representing a 27.5% premium over the offering price [2]. Redemption and Repurchase Conditions - Bitdeer may redeem the notes for cash starting November 20, 2028, if certain conditions regarding the stock price and liquidity are met [3]. - The company can also redeem all but not part of the notes if less than $50 million remains outstanding, or in the event of tax law changes [4]. - Holders may require Bitdeer to repurchase their notes at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount plus accrued interest if a "fundamental change" occurs [5]. Use of Proceeds - Net proceeds from the notes offering are estimated at approximately $388 million, intended for capped call transactions, repurchasing existing convertible notes, datacenter expansion, ASIC mining rig development, and general corporate purposes [6][7]. Capped Call Transactions - Bitdeer has entered into capped call transactions to offset potential dilution from the conversion of the notes, with an initial cap price of $27.88 per share [8][9]. Concurrent Registered Direct Offering - Bitdeer is also conducting a registered direct offering of 10,661,140 Class A ordinary shares at $13.94 per share, with proceeds to be used for repurchasing $200 million of its November 2029 notes [12]. Company Overview - Bitdeer is a leading technology company focused on Bitcoin mining and AI cloud services, providing comprehensive solutions including equipment procurement, datacenter design, and daily operations [18].

Core Insights - Energy Fuels Inc. is a leading U.S. company in uranium and rare earth elements production, focusing on low-cost mining operations and expanding into rare earth production [1] Financial Performance - For Q3 2025, the company reported an EPS of -$0.07, better than the estimated -$0.08, with revenues of $17.71 million, exceeding expectations of $13.67 million and significantly up from $4.04 million in the same period last year [2][6] - The increase in revenue is attributed to a rise in uranium sales and successful low-cost mining operations, alongside the completion of a rare earth pilot production yielding 29 kilograms of dysprosium oxide [3] Strategic Financial Moves - Energy Fuels completed a $700 million convertible senior notes offering, enhancing its working capital to nearly $1 billion, which strengthens its liquidity position with a current ratio of about 11.50 [4][6] - Despite a negative P/E ratio of approximately -34.87, the company maintains a strong liquidity position, with a price-to-sales ratio of about 49.66, indicating investor confidence [5]

Core Viewpoint - Ramaco Resources, Inc. plans to offer $300 million in convertible senior notes due 2031, with an option for underwriters to purchase an additional $45 million to cover over-allotments, subject to market conditions [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The notes will be senior, unsecured obligations of Ramaco, accruing interest payable semi-annually starting May 1, 2026, and maturing on November 1, 2031 [2]. - Holders can convert the notes under certain conditions, with Ramaco having the option to settle conversions in cash, shares of Class A common stock, or a combination of both [3]. - The notes can be redeemed by Ramaco starting November 6, 2028, if the stock price exceeds 130% of the conversion price for a specified period [4]. Group 2: Repurchase and Use of Proceeds - In the event of a "fundamental change," noteholders may require Ramaco to repurchase their notes for cash at the principal amount plus accrued interest [5]. - Ramaco intends to use part of the net proceeds for capped call transactions and the remainder for developing rare earth elements and critical minerals projects, strategic growth opportunities, and general corporate purposes [6]. Group 3: Capped Call Transactions - Ramaco plans to enter into capped call transactions to reduce potential dilution of its Class A common stock upon conversion of the notes [7]. - The capped call transactions will be subject to anti-dilution adjustments and are expected to offset potential cash payments required upon conversion [7]. Group 4: Concurrent Delta Offering - Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley will conduct a concurrent delta offering of Ramaco's Class A common stock to facilitate hedging transactions for purchasers of the notes [11]. - The completion of the notes offering is contingent on the completion of the concurrent delta offering, and no new shares will be issued in this offering [11]. Group 5: Company Overview - Ramaco Resources, Inc. operates in metallurgical coal and is developing projects in rare earth elements and critical minerals, with offices in Kentucky, West Virginia, and Wyoming [14].