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SEC filingPolestar announces Volvo Cars' USD 274 million shareholder loan conversion to equity, extension of remaining USD 661 million loan to 2031, and intention to consolidate Polestar 3 manufacturing in Charleston, USA.
Polestar's announcement details significant capital structure updates through Volvo Cars' agreement to convert approximately USD 274 million of its outstanding shareholder loan into equity, following Geely's prior USD 300 million conversion. This initial conversion uses a price set at 95% of the 30-day volume-weighted average price of Polestar shares up to March 27, 2026. A second, smaller conversion of about USD 65 million is planned later in Q2 2026, subject to deadlines and regulatory approvals, ensuring Volvo Cars' ownership stays at 19.9%. Critically, the maturity of the remaining USD 661 million loan has been extended to December 2031, materially improving Polestar's liquidity profile and debt maturity amid ongoing funding needs. CEO Michael Lohscheller highlighted the strengthened balance sheet and continued operational collaboration with Volvo Cars in manufacturing and services. Additionally, the company intends to consolidate future Polestar 3 production at its Charleston, South Carolina facility to drive manufacturing efficiencies, aligning with diversification efforts across North America, Asia, and planned European sites. These moves directly address investor concerns over Polestar's capital position and operational scalability without new external funding.