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Published on 9/10/2015 in the Prospect News Investment Grade Daily.

New Issue: Wyndham Worldwide sells $350 million 5.1% notes due 2025 at 287.5 bps spread

By Aleesia Forni

Virginia Beach, Sept. 10 – Wyndham Worldwide Corp. sold $350 million of 5.1% 10-year senior notes (Baa3/BBB-) on Thursday at Treasuries plus 287.5 basis points, according to a market source.

The notes priced at the tight end of talk set in the 300 bps area over Treasuries, tight of initial guidance set in the low-300 bps area over Treasuries.

Bookrunners are J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, BofA Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs & Co.

Proceeds will be used to retire debt, including commercial paper and debt outstanding under a revolving credit facility, and for general corporate purposes.

The hospitality and lodging company is based in Bethesda, Md.

Issuer:Wyndham Worldwide Corp.
Amount:$350 million
Description:Senior notes
Maturity:Oct. 1, 2025
Bookrunners:J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, BofA Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs & Co.
Coupon:5.1%
Spread:Treasuries plus 287.5 bps
Change-of-control put:101%
Trade date:Sept. 10
Ratings:Moody’s: Baa3
Standard & Poor’s: BBB-
Distribution:SEC registered
Price guidance:Treasuries plus 300 bps area, tightened from Treasuries plus low-300 bps area

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