Key Highlights

  • Starwood Property Trust, Inc. Closed a private placement of $500 million of unsecured senior notes bearing a 5.875% coupon.
  • Net proceeds may be directed to eligible green and social projects or used to retire $500 million of 4.375% notes due 2027.
  • The issuer can redeem up to 40% of the notes before May 15 2029 at a price of 105.875% of principal.

Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) announced the completion of a private issuance of unsecured senior notes totaling $500 million. The notes carry a fixed interest rate of 5.875% and mature in 2029. The offering was priced and closed in mid‑2026.

Funding Allocation

The firm intends to allocate the net proceeds to finance or refinance projects that meet green or social criteria, supporting its sustainability objectives. Any remaining cash may be applied to redeem the full $500 million of outstanding 4.375% senior notes, or for general corporate purposes such as repayment of existing debt facilities.

Interest Payment Schedule

Interest on the 5.875% notes will be payable semi‑annually in arrears. Holders of record on the applicable interest payment dates will receive the payments, providing a predictable cash flow for investors.

Optional Early Redemption

Starwood Property Trust may redeem notes at any time prior to May 15 2029 at a price of 100% of principal, plus accrued interest. After May 15 2029, the issuer may redeem the remaining notes at par, also paying accrued interest.

Change‑of‑Control Provision

If a change‑of‑control event occurs, Starwood Property Trust must offer to repurchase all outstanding notes at a purchase price of 101% of the principal amount, together with accrued but unpaid interest. This provision applies unless the company has already exercised its right to redeem the entire issue.

Covenant Structure

The indenture includes a springing guarantee covenant that could obligate certain domestic subsidiaries to back the notes under specific conditions. The guarantee and associated covenants automatically terminate once the notes achieve investment‑grade ratings from selected rating agencies and no default events are ongoing.

Default and Remedy Mechanisms

The agreement defines events of default that would accelerate repayment of the principal and accrued interest. Should such an event occur, noteholders would be entitled to demand immediate payment, reinforcing the senior unsecured status of the obligations.

Sector Context

The issuance adds to a broader trend of real‑estate investment trusts leveraging debt markets to fund environmentally focused initiatives. By issuing higher‑coupon senior notes, Starwood aligns its capital structure with the growing investor appetite for sustainable assets while maintaining flexibility to manage refinancing risk.

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