Danaher sells Swiss franc senior notes in seven series maturing 2031 to 2056
On June 3, 2026, Danaher and its subsidiary DH Masi Finance Inc. closed a private placement of seven series of Swiss franc senior notes, with fixed interest rates from 1.65% to 2.51%. Danaher fully and unconditionally guarantees the unsecured notes, and the company says the net proceeds will fund general corporate purposes, including acquisitions and share repurchases, which adds long-term fixed-rate debt to its balance sheet.
Key points
- Seven series of unsecured senior notes were issued by DH Masi Finance Inc. and closed on June 3, 2026, in an offering exempt from Securities Act registration.
- Maturities range from June 3, 2031 (Series A) to June 3, 2056 (Series G).
- Fixed coupons range from 1.65% to 2.51% per year, paid semi-annually beginning December 3, 2026.
- Danaher guarantees the notes; proceeds are expected to fund working capital, acquisitions and share repurchases.
The filing
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