Rogers and Quebecor Agree to New 12-Year Sublicensing Deal for National NHL Games in French

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A, RCI.B; NYSE: RCI) announced a US$1 billion public offering of fixed-to-fixed rate subordinated notes and a Cdn$600 million private placement. The net proceeds will be used to redeem or purchase existing subordinated notes. The offerings are expected to close on September 23, 2026, subject to customary conditions.

Rogers Communications priced $1.59 billion in subordinated notes, including $1 billion in U.S. dollar-denominated notes at 7.150% and 7.400%, and C$600 million in Canadian notes at 6.000%. Proceeds will redeem existing notes. Offerings close September 23, 2026, subject to conditions.

Rogers Communications priced a $1 billion U.S. public offering and a C$600 million Canadian private placement of subordinated notes due 2057. The U.S. notes carry 7.150% and 7.400% rates, while the Canadian notes have a 6.000% rate. Proceeds will redeem or purchase higher-maturity subordinated debt.

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A, RCI.B, NYSE: RCI) announced a public offering of US$1 billion in fixed-rate subordinated notes and a private placement of Cdn$600 million in similar notes, both due in 2057. The net proceeds will be used to redeem or purchase existing subordinated notes. The offerings are expected to close on September 23, 2026, subject to customary conditions.

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (RICK) named Travis Reese as Interim President and CEO under a one-year agreement starting September 1, 2026, according to an SEC filing. Details on salary, benefits, and perquisites were disclosed.

Rogers Communications (RCI) and Quebecor (QBR-B.TO) agreed to a 12-year deal for French-language NHL games, starting 2026-27. TVA Sports will broadcast 350 regular-season games, including 32 Canadiens games and all Canadiens playoff games. Rogers' stock closed 3.68% higher at $38.