JWCA advises NeoGenomics on its $316.3 million convertible and capped call issuance
June 2026 | read press release
Transaction Background
NeoGenomics, Inc. (“NEO” or the “Company”) raised $316.3mm in the convertible market at attractive terms (0.75% coupon and 35.0% conversion premium), while refinancing $276mm (80%) of the outstanding convertible due 2028
NeoGenomics’ objectives included:
Refinance a majority of convertible due in January 2028
Protect against future equity dilution through derivative overlay and a share repurchase
Minimize stock price risk during execution
JWCA provided extensive analysis for NeoGenomics for the transaction, including:
Convertible and derivative overlay structuring
Syndicate structure and precedent data
Accounting and tax analyses
Shareholder messaging
Convertible and capped call documentation to ensure maximum value and future efficiency/flexibility
The transaction was conducted privately using a wall cross process, before flipping into a marketed transaction
JWCA designed and ran a capped call auction process to achieve competitive terms
JWCA provided advice, support and analysis throughout the execution process
Results
NeoGenomics’ convertible transaction was very well received by investors:
The transaction was multiple times oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor demand in the Company’s offering and refinancing
0.75% coupon priced at the midpoint of the marketed range and 35% conversion premium priced at the high end of the marketed range
Strong long-only demand and transaction structure helped mitigate execution-related pressure on the stock
