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Smartphone maker Xiaomi Corp pocketed $3.96bn this week from a record top-up placement and concurrent convertible bond issue. Investors flocked to the transaction for its rarity value, investment grade rating and the offer of a liquid and volatile stock. Jonathan Breen reports. -
Thai express delivery company Kerry Express launched its IPO this week, aiming to raise up to Bt8.4bn ($278.2m) in proceeds.
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Equity capital markets deals have come thick and fast this year and even December has proved no exception, with issuance every day so far. But investors are warning of deal fatigue, meaning issuers and banks need to be careful not to push too hard on trades that have only a marginal chance of success.
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Shares in Fugro, the Dutch geo-data specialist, rose by over 7.5% in trading on Wednesday after the company set terms for a €197m rights issue. The cash call is part of a comprehensive refinancing package that finally resolves longstanding issues around debt maturity.
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Shares in Conduit Holdings, a new London-listed reinsurance company, rose on its first day of trading after a strong IPO, with investors keen on backing the new vehicle.
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IWG, the London-listed operator of serviced offices and co-working spaces, has issued a £350m convertible bond as it prepares to take advantage of opportunities as the UK economy reopens after lockdown.
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