Wuxi AppTec's Zero-Coupon Dollar Convertible Bond Sets Aggressive Terms: Zero Interest with a 3.5% Premium

Stock News05-15 08:48

Wuxi AppTec (02359) has once again demonstrated strong pricing power in the convertible bond market. On the morning of May 15, 2026, the company launched a 1-year, USD-settled, zero-coupon convertible bond with a size of 6.78 billion yuan. The issuance price was set at 103.5% of the face value, corresponding to a rare negative yield to maturity of -3.5%. The net proceeds are intended for global capacity and capability development, as well as general corporate purposes. Despite the stringent terms of zero coupon and redemption at only face value upon maturity, investors were still willing to pay a premium of over 3.5% to secure allocations. Market analysis indicates that this willingness to accept a negative yield for subscription not only highlights the high recognition by capital of the option value of this instrument but also reflects the strong allocation demand in the current market.

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