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04/06/2019 17:50

RNS Number : 1414B
Unilever PLC
04 June 2019
 


Unilever PRICes bonds on European markets
 
London/Rotterdam, 4th June 2019. 
 
Unilever has priced €650,000,000 and £500,000,000 in bonds on the European Markets today. The bonds comprise €650,000,000 of 1.500 per cent Fixed Rate Notes due June 2039 and £500,000,000 of 1.500 per cent Fixed Rate Notes due July 2026. They will be issued by Unilever PLC and guaranteed by Unilever NV and Unilever United States, Inc.  The bonds have an anticipated issue date of 11th June 2019.
 
Unilever intends to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes.
 
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.
 
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Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Among other risks and uncertainties, the material or principal factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are: Unilever's global brands not meeting consumer preferences; Unilever's ability to innovate and remain competitive; Unilever's investment choices in its portfolio management; inability to find sustainable solutions to support long-term growth including to plastic packaging; the effect of climate change on Unilever's business; significant changes or deterioration in customer relationships; the recruitment and retention of talented employees; disruptions in our supply chain and distribution; increases or volatility in the cost of raw materials and commodities; the production of safe and high quality products; secure and reliable IT infrastructure; execution of acquisitions, divestitures and business transformation projects; economic, social and political risks and natural disasters; financial risks; failure to meet high and ethical standards; and managing regulatory, tax and legal matters.
 
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