On February 11, 2025, Outbrain Inc. (NASDAQ: OB), now operating under the newly unified Teads brand, announced the successful closing of its Rule 144A/Reg S private offering. The company raised an impressive $637.5 million in aggregate principal amount through the issuance of 10.000% senior secured notes due 2030. This offering, conducted at an issue price of 98.087% of the principal amount, represents a significant boost for Outbrain as it consolidates its position in the digital advertising landscape.

2. Increased Offering Size

Initially announced at $625 million, the size of the offering was increased to accommodate robust market demand, reflecting investor confidence in the combined entity’s future prospects. The notes will be guaranteed on a secured, unsubordinated basis by Outbrain and all existing and future wholly-owned subsidiaries that become borrowers or guarantors under the company’s super senior secured revolving credit facility.

3. Strategic Use of Proceeds

The proceeds from this offering were earmarked for critical financial maneuvers. Outbrain utilized the capital, along with existing cash reserves, to fully repay and cancel the indebtedness associated with its senior secured bridge facility. This facility was instrumental in financing the acquisition of Teads, enabling Outbrain to streamline its finances and eliminate accrued and unpaid interest related to the bridge facility. Additionally, funds were allocated to cover fees and expenses incurred during the offering and the refinancing process.

4. The Teads Merger: A New Era

This announcement follows the strategic merger between Outbrain and Teads, finalized on February 3, 2025. The newly formed entity is now positioned as a leading omnichannel outcomes platform for the open internet, aimed at driving full-funnel results for marketers across premium media outlets. The integration emphasizes a commitment to meaningful business outcomes, leveraging predictive AI technology to enhance the connection between quality media, brand creativity, and context-driven addressability.

With over 10,000 publishers and 20,000 advertisers globally, the new Teads is one of the most extensive advertising platforms operating on the open internet. Its headquarters in New York houses a diverse global team of nearly 1,800 professionals across 36 countries, enhancing its operational capabilities and outreach.

5. Looking Ahead

As Outbrain transitions into Teads, the company is poised to redefine its market strategy, focusing on delivering value for every media dollar spent. The successful closing of its senior secured notes offering is a testament to the financial community's belief in the combined company's potential to achieve significant growth and innovation in the digital advertising sector.

For more information about Outbrain and the new Teads brand, interested parties can visit Outbrain's website or Teads' website.

Media and Investor Relations Contacts

For media inquiries, please contact:

Email: press@outbrain.com

For investor relations, please reach out to:

Email: IR@outbrain.com

Phone: (332) 205-8999

Outbrain's recent financial maneuvers and strategic changes signal a robust roadmap ahead as it enhances its offerings in the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape.

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