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B2Holding IPO - Narrowing of the indicative price range
Oslo, 6 June 2016. Reference is made to the stock exchange
announcements dated 24 and 30 May 2016 regarding the launch
of the initial public offering (the "Offering") of shares of
B2Holding ASA ("B2Holding", the "Company", OSE ticker code:
"B2H") and status of the bookbuilding.
The Company has decided to narrow the indicative price range
to NOK 11.50 to NOK 12.00 per share. The Offering is well
covered throughout the revised price range for the maximum
potential deal size including over-allotments.
The Offering will close 12:00 CET Tuesday 7 June 2016.
ABG Sundal Collier ASA and Arctic Securities AS are acting as
Joint Global Coordinators and Joint Bookrunners in the IPO,
and Nordea Markets a part of Nordea Bank Norge ASA, is acting
as Joint Bookrunner.
Investor relations and media contacts
Olav Dalen Zahl, Chief Executive Officer, B2Holding ASA,
+47 909 86 386
Harald Henriksen, Chief Financial Officer, B2Holding ASA,
+47 913 92 873
Erik Just Johnsen, Chief Group Controller, B2Holding ASA,
+47 415 77 055
About B2Holding ASA
B2Holding is a leading European financial services provider
which has specialized in the investment and workout of non-
performing loans primarily from the banking sector as well as
providing third party debt collection solutions on behalf of
clients. In addition we draw upon our expertise in handling
large amounts of customer data and offer credit information.
The B2Holding strategy involves identifying the right
portfolio investments, developing strong operational
platforms and acquiring subsidiaries across Europe to
establish a Pan-European player. B2Holding builds its
business through the acquisition of servicing companies with
strong segment positions, and the purchase of non-performing
and partially performing debt portfolios. B2Holding is
uniquely positioned for profitable growth with an experienced
management and an outstanding track record. For further
information, visit www.b2holding.no.
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