SF Holding Co. is considering raising up to $1 billion via a Hong Kong
convertible bond offering, potentially alongside a share placement, according to
people familiar. The notes may carry a tenor of about one year, with proceeds
partly used to refinance HK$2.95 billion ($377 million) of zero-coupon
convertibles maturing in July. Discussions are ongoing and details may change.
The move comes as Chinese firms increasingly tap convertible bonds, with
issuance hitting a record $70.7 billion last year, including deals by Alibaba
Group Holding Ltd. and major insurers.