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Conversion of convertibles

Conversion of convertibles

Conversion of convertibles means a convertible debt instrument is exchanged for new shares in the company.

What is conversion of convertibles?

Conversion of convertibles, often simply called conversion (Swedish: konvertering), means the holder of a convertible exchanges their claim on the company for new shares. The exchange takes place at a predetermined conversion price and according to the terms of the convertible. The debt is then replaced by equity.

 

Conversion and the share ledger

A conversion increases the number of shares and causes dilution for existing owners. The new shares are registered with Bolagsverket and entered in the share ledger with owner and share number, so the ownership picture is correct afterwards.

Record events in the share ledger
Henrik Kristensen, NVR
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Related terms

Convertible

A convertible is a loan that can be exchanged for shares in the company.

Conversion price

The conversion price is the price per share at which a convertible can be exchanged for new shares.

Dilution

Dilution means existing owners' stake in the company decreases when new shares are issued.

Share ledger

A share ledger is a record of a company's shares and who its shareholders are.