Overview
- The company completed overnight marketing of the Preferred Shares, and the sales period has closed.
- Total gross proceeds are expected to be approximately $62.7 million.
- The offering price is $10.45 per share for a 6.2% yield, compared with a $10.50 TSX close on Oct. 1.
- Closing is targeted for on or about Oct. 9 subject to TSX approval and the filing of a prospectus supplement.
- Net proceeds will be invested primarily in BMO, Scotiabank, CIBC, National Bank, RBC, and TD, with the preferreds paying cumulative floating monthly dividends at Canadian prime plus 1.50% within a 5%–8% band and carrying a DBRS Pfd-3 (low) rating.