SoftBank plans to issue approximately $1.6 billion in subordinated bonds, primarily targeting retail investors.

According to Bloomberg, SoftBank Group Corp. plans to raise approximately $1.6 billion through a new subordinated bond issuance primarily targeting retail investors. Regulatory filings indicate the bonds have a 35-year maturity, with the issuer holding a call option exercisable after five years. The pricing is scheduled for June 5, with the initial coupon guidance set between 4.8% and 5.6% for the first five years. This marks SoftBank’s second similar retail bond offering within roughly two months.