VNET Announces the Closing of Its Offering of US$430 Million Convertible Senior Notes due 2030

Core Viewpoint - VNET Group, Inc. has successfully closed a US$430 million offering of 2.50$430 million in aggregate principal amount of 2.50% convertible senior notes, maturing on April 1, 2030 [1][2]. - Interest on the notes will be paid semi-annually starting October 1, 2025 [2]. Repurchase and Redemption Rights - Holders can require the company to repurchase their notes for cash on April 3, 2028, or under certain conditions related to fundamental changes [3]. - The company may redeem the notes in cash starting April 10, 2028, under specific conditions [3]. Conversion Terms - The notes are initially convertible at a rate of 72.7273 ADSs per US$1,000 principal amount, equating to an initial conversion price of approximately US$13.75 per ADS, representing a 25.0% premium over the closing price on March 12, 2025 [5]. - Conversion is restricted until 40 days after the original issuance and subject to certain conditions thereafter [4]. Regulatory Compliance - The notes are offered in offshore transactions outside the U.S. and are not registered under the Securities Act, thus cannot be sold in the U.S. without an exemption [6]. Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the notes offering will be utilized for capital investment in wholesale IDC projects, working capital, and general corporate purposes [7]. Company Overview - VNET Group, Inc. is a leading carrier-neutral and cloud-neutral internet data center services provider in China, offering hosting, IDC services, cloud services, and business VPN services [8]. - The company operates in over 30 cities in China, serving a diverse customer base of over 7,500 enterprise clients across various industries [9].