Issuing new shares (or, in this case, convertible notes that could potentially convert to shares) at elevated stock prices is often a strategic move for companies, rather than an outright attempt to "cash out" on retail investors. Convertible notes like Coinbase's recent offering are a hybrid financing tool: they start as debt but can convert into equity under certain conditions, typically at a premium to the current stock price. This allows the company to raise capital at a low cost (here, 0% interest) without immediate dilution to existing shareholders. Only if the stock performs well (rising above the conversion price) does conversion happen, which aligns incentives with growth. In Coinbase's $Coinbase Global, Inc.(COIN)$ specific case, the ups
Coinbase $2.3B Convertible Note: Smart Move or Red Flag?
Coinbase Global was down 6.3%. The crypto exchange unveiled a convertible note offering worth up to $2.3 billion on Tuesday. Coinbase said it plans to offer $1 billion in convertible senior notes due in 2029, and $1 billion due in 2032 in a private offering. The company also expects to grant options to purchase up to an additional $150 million of each set of notes. -------- How do you view a company issuing new shares at high levels? Is it a case of cashing out on retail investors, or simply a good time to raise funds? At what price would it be a good opportunity to buy the dip?
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