Adecoagro Prices 41.4 Million Shares at $7.25, Raising $300 Million
- Significant Fundraising: Adecoagro announced the pricing of 41,379,311 common shares at $7.25 each, raising approximately $300 million, which will provide robust financial support for the company's expansion and operations.
- Strong Shareholder Participation: Controlling shareholder Tether Investments S.A. de C.V. has agreed to purchase 30,344,827 shares, reflecting confidence in the company's future, while other management and investors have committed to buying an aggregate of 3,627,585 shares, enhancing market recognition of the offering.
- Robust Underwriting Team: J.P. Morgan and BofA Securities are acting as global coordinators and joint book-running managers, with BTG Pactual, Citigroup, and Itaú BBA also involved, which will help improve the offering's market acceptance and liquidity.
- Compliance Assurance: The offering is made under an effective shelf registration statement, ensuring compliance, and is expected to close on December 15, 2025, further enhancing investor trust in the company's transparency and regulatory adherence.
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