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Science and Technology
Science and Technology
Wed, December 3, 2008 ON Semiconductor Repurchases $60.9 Million of its $260 Million Zero Coupon Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes
PHOENIX--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ONNN) today announced that it has repurchased approximately $60.9 million aggregate principal amount of its zero coupon convertible senior subordinated notes for approximately $49.4 million in cash.
"Repurchasing the zero coupon convertible senior subordinated notes will result in a gain of approximately $11 million in the fourth quarter of 2008," said Donald Colvin, ON Semiconductor executive vice president and CFO. "As of the end of the third quarter of 2008, we had approximately $418 million of cash and equivalents on our balance sheet and added approximately $25 million from the Catalyst acquisition subsequent to the quarter end. Even in these challenging times, we remain committed to improving the value of the company through transactions such as the repurchase of debt at a significant discount. The business environment is challenging for the semiconductor industry and ON Semiconductor management is committed to taking all necessary actions to add to shareholder value."
About ON Semiconductor
With its global logistics network and strong product portfolio, ON Semiconductor (NASDAQ:ONNN) is a preferred supplier of high performance, energy efficient, silicon solutions to customers in the power supply, automotive, communication, computer, consumer, medical, industrial, mobile phone, and military/aerospace markets. The company's broad portfolio includes power, signal management, analog, DSP, advance logic, clock management, non-volatile memory and standard component devices. Global corporate headquarters are located in Phoenix, Arizona. The company operates a network of manufacturing facilities, sales offices and design centers in key markets throughout North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific regions. For more information, visit [ http://www.onsemi.com ].
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