Braskem and creditors close in on $11 bn debt restructuring

Brazilian petrochemical firm Braskem and its bondholders are negotiating a restructuring of roughly $11 billion of debt. Creditors propose about $4 billion of cash and debt‑to‑equity conversion, while Braskem’s plan calls for about $5 billion. Both sides agree on a $2.25 billion follow‑on share offering and have until 22 Nov to finalize the deal, which would keep Petrobras and IG4 Capital in control.

The agreement would avert a bankruptcy filing and shape future equity dilution and creditor ownership, influencing Braskem’s bond and share prices.

  • 1The restructuring targets roughly $11 billion of debt.
  • 2Creditors’ proposal totals about $4 billion in initial capital and debt conversion.
  • 3Braskem’s proposal totals about $5 billion in initial capital and debt conversion.
  • 4Both parties agree on a $2.25 billion follow‑on share offering.
  • 5The parties have until 22 Nov to reach an agreement.
  • 6Petrobras and IG4 Capital would retain control under Braskem’s plan.

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