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Get filing alertsSiTime raises $1.35B in convertible notes to fund Renesas timing business acquisition
Filed May 22, 2026 · Period ending May 19, 2026 · ~1 min read
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SiTime completed $1.35 billion offering of 0% convertible senior notes due 2031, netting $1.32 billion after fees. Notes convert at $1,040.47/share (50% premium to market), potentially diluting shareholders if converted.
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Proceeds will primarily fund acquisition of Renesas timing business assets announced February 2026, with remainder for general corporate purposes including working capital and operations.
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Company spent $121.5M on capped call transactions to reduce dilution from conversions, with protection capped at $1,734.15/share (150% premium). Above this price, dilution protection diminishes.
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Notes cannot be redeemed before June 2029. After that, SiTime can redeem at par if stock trades above 130% of conversion price for 20 of 30 consecutive trading days.
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Noteholders can convert early only under specific conditions: stock price exceeding 130% of conversion price, trading below 98% of conversion value, or upon fundamental change events.
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Summary
SiTime completed a major $1.35 billion convertible debt offering to finance its acquisition of Renesas Electronics' timing business assets. The zero-coupon notes mature in 2031 and convert into stock at $1,040.47 per share—a 50% premium to the May 19 market price.
This structure allows SiTime to raise substantial capital without immediate interest payments, though conversion would dilute existing shareholders by adding up to 1.3 million shares. The company took steps to mitigate dilution by purchasing $121.5 million in capped call options, which offset conversion impacts up to a stock price of $1,734.15.
This protection is valuable but capped—if shares rise beyond that level, dilution protection weakens. The Renesas acquisition represents a strategic expansion of SiTime's timing product portfolio, though integration risks and execution challenges remain. Retail investors should monitor the Renesas deal closing and integration progress, as the success of this acquisition will determine whether the substantial debt burden proves worthwhile. Watch for updates on deal completion timing and any changes to financial guidance reflecting the combined business.
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Event · Item 8.01 — Other Events
Item 8.01 — Other Events filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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The Company expects to use the remaining net proceeds from the Offering (i) to pay for a portion of the cash consideration of the acquisition of certain assets related to the timing business of Renesas Electronics Corporation as announced on February 4, 2026 and (ii) the remainder, if any, for general corporate purposes, which may include working capital, operating expenses, capital expenditures and administrative expenses.
After paying $121.5 million for capped call transactions, SiTime will use the remaining proceeds primarily to fund its acquisition of Renesas timing business assets (announced February 4, 2026), with any remainder for general corporate purposes including working capital and operating expenses.
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The conversion rate for the Notes will initially be 0.9611 shares of Common Stock per $1,000 principal amount of Notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of approximately $1,040.47 per share of Common Stock. The initial conversion price of the Notes represents a premium of approximately 50% to the last reported sale price of the Common Stock on The Nasdaq Global Market on May 19, 2026.
Noteholders can convert at 0.9611 shares per $1,000 principal, equivalent to a $1,040.47 conversion price (50% premium to market). Conversion is restricted until March 15, 2031 unless specific conditions are met, including stock price exceeding 130% of conversion price. Upon conversion, SiTime can choose to pay cash, stock, or a combination.
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The Company may not redeem the Notes prior to June 20, 2029, except as described below. The Company may redeem for cash all or any portion of the Notes (subject to the partial redemption limitation set forth in the Indenture), at its option, on a redemption date on or after June 20, 2029 if the last reported sale price of the Common Stock has been at least 130% of the conversion price for the Notes then in effect for at least 20 trading days (whether or not consecutive) during any 30 consecutive trading day period
SiTime cannot redeem the notes before June 20, 2029. After that date, redemption is allowed at 100% of principal plus accrued interest if the stock price exceeds 130% of conversion price for at least 20 of 30 consecutive trading days. Holders can require repurchase at 100% of principal upon a fundamental change event.
Event · Item 2.03 — Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation
Item 2.03 — Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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On May 19, 2026, the Company entered into the Underwriting Agreement with the Underwriters, pursuant to which the Company agreed to sell $1.2 billion aggregate principal amount of Notes and, at the option of the Underwriters, up to an additional $150.0 million aggregate principal amount of Notes, solely to cover over-allotments, which was exercised in full by the Underwriters on May 20, 2026.
SiTime completed a $1.35 billion convertible notes offering through an underwriting agreement. The base offering was $1.2 billion with a $150 million over-allotment option that was fully exercised. This is a significant debt financing event that creates a new financial obligation for the company.
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statements regarding the Company’s expectations regarding the use of the remaining net proceeds from the Offering, including in connection with the previously announced acquisition of certain assets related to the timing business of Renesas Electronics Corporation
The company disclosed that proceeds from the notes offering will be used to fund a previously announced acquisition of timing business assets from Renesas Electronics Corporation. This connects the debt issuance to a strategic acquisition, indicating the company is making a major investment in expanding its timing business capabilities.
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Under the terms of the Underwriting Agreement, the Company has agreed to indemnify the Underwriters against certain liabilities, including liabilities under the Securities Act, or contribute to payments that the Underwriters may be required to make in respect of those liabilities.
SiTime agreed to standard indemnification provisions protecting the underwriters from certain liabilities, including those under securities laws. This is a customary term in underwriting agreements that creates potential contingent liabilities for the company.
Event · Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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Press release titled “SiTime Corporation Announces Pricing of Upsized Offering of $1.2 Billion of Convertible Senior Notes” dated May 20, 2026
SiTime completed an upsized offering of $1.2 billion in convertible senior notes. The notes are 0% coupon and mature in 2031. This is a significant capital raise that increases the company's debt obligations but provides substantial liquidity without immediate interest expense.
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Underwriting Agreement, dated May 19, 2026, by and among the Company, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as representatives of the Underwriters
SiTime entered into an underwriting agreement with Wells Fargo Securities and Goldman Sachs to facilitate the convertible notes offering. This establishes the terms and conditions under which the underwriters agreed to purchase and resell the notes.
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Supplemental Indenture, dated May 22, 2026, by and between the Company and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee (including the form of 0% Convertible Senior Note due 2031)
SiTime established the legal framework for the convertible notes through base and supplemental indentures with U.S. Bank Trust Company as trustee. The supplemental indenture includes the specific terms of the 0% convertible senior notes due 2031, governing conversion rights, maturity, and other bondholder protections.
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Form of Confirmation for Capped Call Transactions
SiTime entered into capped call transactions, which are derivative instruments typically used to reduce potential dilution from convertible note conversions and/or offset cash payments upon conversion. These transactions set a floor and ceiling on the economic impact of share price movements for the company.
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