DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG) priced a $300 million aggregate principal amount of Series 2026‑1 6.326% Secured Fund Fee Revenue Notes, Class A‑2, on May 1 2026. The notes were issued by DigitalBridge Issuer, LLC and DigitalBridge Co‑Issuer, LLC and carry a 6.326% coupon with quarterly interest payments. The anticipated repayment date is June 2031, extending the maturity of the debt that was originally due in September 2026.
The primary purpose of the issuance is to refinance the Series 2021‑1 notes, which were scheduled to mature in September 2026, and to provide additional liquidity for DigitalBridge’s ongoing investment activities in data centers, fiber networks, cell towers, and edge infrastructure. By extending the maturity profile to 2031, the company locks in a favorable rate and reduces near‑term refinancing risk while maintaining a strong balance‑sheet profile.
DigitalBridge’s strategy of securitizing fee revenue has been a recurring theme, with the 2021 deal backed by carried interest and management fees. The new notes continue this approach, leveraging the company’s predictable fee streams to access capital markets at attractive terms. With assets under management approaching $115 billion, the financing supports the firm’s growth trajectory in high‑growth digital‑infrastructure sectors.
The issuance occurs against the backdrop of SoftBank’s announced acquisition of DigitalBridge for approximately $4 billion, which was approved by shareholders on April 23 2026. The new debt issuance aligns with the company’s capital‑management strategy amid the pending acquisition, ensuring liquidity and favorable financing conditions before the transition.
The transaction does not materially alter DigitalBridge’s leverage or capital structure. It provides flexibility for future investments and supports the planned issuance of up to $100 million in Variable Funding Notes, Class A‑1, which will offer additional short‑term liquidity. No market reaction data were reported in the available sources.
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