This story was originally published on Restaurant Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Restaurant Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Fat Brands’ creditors declared the restaurant company’s $1.3 billion in debt due in full, immediately, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, pushing the company closer to bankruptcy.  The creditors declaration covers debt owed by Fat and four of its subsidiaries. The company does not have the cash on hand needed to pay ...

Political Risk - Senegal's ruling coalition faces internal conflict, potentially impacting IMF negotiations and debt restructuring [1] - The government discovered billions of dollars in undisclosed borrowing [1] Economic Impact - Hidden borrowing could complicate Senegal's debt restructuring efforts [1] - IMF talks are crucial for Senegal's economic stability [1]

Bankers expect debt restructuring activity to ramp up over the next six months in Europe, according to a survey by EY-Parthenon https://t.co/1qsIBgSFao ...

New Fortress Energy has sought more time to file its third-quarter results, the U.S. liquefied natural gas company said on Wednesday, as it negotiates a debt restructuring amid an upcoming interest pa... ...

Senegal’s eurobonds plunged after the country’s prime minister said he would oppose restructuring the country’s debt following “difficult” talks with the IMF https://t.co/tWWMY01hU5 ...

Core Insights - Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. has successfully restructured its outstanding debt, significantly improving its balance sheet and financial flexibility [1][2] - The restructuring aligns capital resources to support the company's growth strategy, particularly in battery manufacturing and technology initiatives [1][2] Debt Restructuring Details - The company has prepaid $45.0 million of its senior secured term loan using proceeds from a recent stock offering [6] - Lenders converted $25.0 million of the term loan into preferred stock, convertible into common stock at a fixed price of $3.15 per share [6] - Lenders forgave $5.0 million of the term loan principal, leaving a remaining balance of $19.0 million with a fixed interest rate of 12% per annum, maturing in October 2027 [6] - Certain financial covenants under the term loan agreement have been waived until December 31, 2026 [6] Company Overview - Dragonfly Energy is a leader in lithium battery technology, specializing in cell manufacturing, battery pack assembly, and full system integration [3] - The company is known for its Battle Born Batteries® brand and has deployed hundreds of thousands of battery packs through top-tier OEMs and a diverse retail customer base [3] - Dragonfly Energy's patented dry electrode manufacturing process allows for chemistry-agnostic power solutions across various applications, including energy storage systems and electric vehicles [3]

Country Garden, one of the biggest casualties of China’s real estate crisis, is wrapping up its $14.1 billion offshore debt restructuring after more than two years, with creditors likely to approve its plan in a vote on Wednesday https://t.co/jQMmhTEaZX ...

Core Viewpoint - New World Development, a Hong Kong property developer, has initiated a debt exchange offer of up to $1.9 billion to restructure its outstanding perpetual securities in response to a challenging financing environment [1][2][3] Group 1: Debt Restructuring and Financial Strategy - The company plans to issue up to $1.6 billion in new perpetual securities, with an additional $300 million allocated to new notes [1] - The primary objectives of the exchange offer include extending debt maturities, enhancing liquidity and balance sheet flexibility, and strengthening the overall financial position of the company [3] - Earlier this year, the company deferred coupon payments totaling $77.2 million on four perpetual bonds that were due in June [2] Group 2: Market Response and Company Performance - Following the announcement of the exchange offer, the company's shares increased by 3.1%, contrasting with a 1.5% gain in the Hang Seng Properties Index, while its perpetual bonds remained relatively unchanged [6] - New World Development is noted as the most indebted among its peers, having undergone two CEO changes last year, and is actively seeking to refinance its debt amid ongoing pressures from tighter credit conditions and a weak office market [6][8] Group 3: Advisory and Bondholder Engagement - Prior to the exchange offer, investment bank PJT Partners engaged in discussions with New World regarding terms acceptable to holders of senior notes and perpetual bonds [7] - An ad hoc group representing approximately 20% of the bonds is being advised by PJT Partners and law firm Kirkland & Ellis [7] Group 4: Historical Context and Future Needs - The company's debt challenges stem from an aggressive expansion strategy that coincided with Hong Kong's political unrest, the COVID-19 pandemic, and a prolonged real estate downturn [8] - Despite securing an $11.24 billion loan refinancing package earlier this year, the company still requires additional funding to reduce its debt and maintain operations in a weak property market [9][10]

Management Commentary The 2024/2025 financial year was a significant and transformative period for PRFoods, marked by the stabilisation of the company’s financial position. The successful restructuring of debt obligations substantially strengthened the Group’s financial standing, reduced liquidity-related pressures on day-to-day operations, ensured business continuity, preserved jobs, and protected the position of creditors. As a result of the restructuring, the Group has taken a decisive step towards stabl ...

Core Points - PharmaDrug Inc. has agreed to issue $445,686 principal amount of secured convertible debentures to two current holders of previously matured debentures [1][2] - The new debentures will mature on October 13, 2026, and are convertible into common shares at a price of $0.05, subject to adjustment [2] - The debentures will be secured by a general security agreement and will not bear interest unless the principal is not paid at maturity, in which case they will accrue interest at 22% per annum [2] Company Overview - PharmaDrug is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of natural medicines, including psychedelics and previously approved drugs [4] - The company owns 51% of Sairiyo Therapeutics, which specializes in researching and reformulating established natural medicines for clinical trials and regulatory approval in the US and Europe [4] - Sairiyo is developing a patented reformulation of cepharanthine, which has shown potential for treating infectious diseases and rare cancers, and is also conducting R&D in the psychedelics space for non-neuropsychiatric conditions [4]