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Published on 12/3/2007 in the Prospect News Structured Products Daily.

New Issue: Natixis prices $1.5 million 22.1% reverse convertibles tied to First BanCorp for Eksportfinans

By Laura Lutz

Des Moines, Dec. 3 - Eksportfinans ASA priced a $1.5 million issue of 22.1% reverse convertible notes due June 5, 2008 linked to the common stock of First BanCorp, according to a 424B3 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Natixis Securities North America Inc. is the underwriter.

Interest is payable monthly.

If First BanCorp stock falls below the knock-in price, 70% of the initial price of $6.54, during the life of the notes and finishes below the initial price, the payout will be a number of First BanCorp shares equal to par divided by the initial price.

Otherwise, the payout will be par.

Issuer:Eksportfinans ASA
Issue:Reverse convertible notes
Underlying stock:First BanCorp (NYSE: FBP)
Amount:$1.5 million
Maturity:June 5, 2008
Coupon:22.1%, payable monthly
Price:Par
Payout at maturity:Par in cash if First BanCorp stock stays at or above the knock-in price of $4.578 during the life of the notes or finishes at or above the initial price; otherwise, shares of First BanCorp stock equal to $1,000 divided by the initial price
Initial share price:$6.54
Knock-in price:$4.578, 70% of $6.54
Pricing date:Dec. 3
Settlement date:Dec. 5
Underwriter:Natixis Securities North America Inc.
Fees:2%

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