PR Newswire
OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 12, 2013
OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- United States Brent Oil Fund, LP ("USBO") announced today that it will execute a two-for-one forward unit split for holders of USBO units ("Unitholders"). The forward unit split will apply to all Unitholders of record as of the close of the markets on August 26, 2013, payable after the close of markets on August 28, 2013. USBO will trade at its post-split price on August 29, 2013 (the "ex-date"). USBO's ticker symbol and CUSIP, "BNO" and 91167Q100, respectively, will not change, and units of USBO will continue to trade on the NYSE Arca. John Hyland, Chief Investment Officer of United States Commodity Funds LLC (the "General Partner"), stated "Although a forward stock split will not change the basic economics of each of our investor's current holdings, we hope that a reduction in the value of each unit, and the proportionate increase in the number of units outstanding, will translate in higher daily trading volume which should be a benefit to investors."
The forward unit split will increase the number of USBO's units outstanding and will result in a proportionate decrease in the net asset value per unit ("NAV") of USBO. As a result of the forward unit split, Unitholders will receive two post-split units of USBO for every one pre-split unit of USBO they hold. Immediately after the forward unit split is effective, USBO's post-split units will have an NAV that is two times lower than that of pre-split units.
The forward unit split will affect all of USBO's Unitholders. The forward unit split will not affect any Unitholder's percentage interest in USBO.
Illustration of a Forward Unit Split
The following table shows the effect of a hypothetical 2 for 1 forward unit split:
Table 1. Hypothetical Example of a 2-for-1 Forward Unit Split: | |||
Period | # of Units | Net Asset Value (NAV) | Total Value |
Pre-Split | 100 | $80 | $8,000 |
Post-Split | 200 | $40 | $8,000 |
The General Partner does not anticipate that there will be any fractional units or "Odd-Lot" units created as a result of the forward unit split.
For a further discussion about USBO and the risks associated with an investment in USBO, see USBO's Prospectus, which is available at www.unitedstatesbrentoilfund.com.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Forward Unit Split
1. What is a forward unit split?
A forward unit split increases the number of a fund's outstanding units and results in a proportionate decrease in the net asset value per unit ("NAV") for that fund based on a predetermined ratio. In a 2-for-1 forward unit split, every 1 pre-split unit held by a Unitholder are replaced with 2 post-split units that has an NAV that is two times lower than that of the pre-split units.
2. How does the forward unit split affect a Unitholder's investment in USBO?
The economic value of USBO's units will not change as a result of the forward unit split. After the forward unit split, a Unitholder will own more USBO units, but each USBO unit will have an NAV that is two times lower than that of the pre-split USBO units.
The forward unit split will not affect any Unitholder's percentage interest in USBO. The General Partner does not anticipate that there will be any fractional units or "Odd-Lot" units created as a result of the forward unit split.
3. How many units of USBO will be received as a result of the forward unit split?USBO will undergo a 2 for 1 forward unit split. Each USBO Unitholder entitled will receive 2 post-split units for every 1 pre-split unit held. No Unitholder will receive fractional units.
4. When will the USBO forward unit split take place?
The forward unit split will apply to all Unitholders of record as of the close of the markets on August 26, 2013, payable after the close of markets on August 28, 2013. The number of issued and outstanding USBO units will increase as a result. Post-split USBO units will begin trading on the NYSE Arca, on a split-adjusted basis, on August 29, 2013 (the "ex-date"). The ticker symbol and CUSIP number for USBO will not change.
5. Why has USBO decided to forward split its units?USBO has decided to implement the forward unit split for two reasons. First, the forward unit split is expected to increase the marketability and liquidity of USBO units. Second, the forward unit split is anticipated to improve USBO's tracking of the changes in percentage terms of the price of Brent crude oil, as measured by changes in the price of the "Benchmark Futures Contract" (as defined in the Prospectus).
6. Will the forward unit split be a taxable transaction for USBO Unitholders?
No, the General Partner does not anticipate that the unit split will be a taxable transaction as the General Partner does not anticipate there will be any fractional units.
7. What will happen to USBO units sold before August 26, 2013 (the "Record Date")?Sales of USBO units occurring before the close of trading on August 26, 2013, the date of the Record Date, will not be impacted by the forward unit split.
8. What will happen to USBO units purchased between August 26, 2013 (the "Record Date" and August 28, 2013 (the "Payment Date")?
Purchases of USBO units occurring between August 26, 2013 (the "Record Date") and August 28, 2013 (the "Payment Date") would take place before the forward unit split ex-date, and therefore the transaction would be executed at the pre-split price and quantity. On and after August 29, 2013 (the "ex-date"), a USBO Unitholder will hold more units of USBO, but those units will have a lower NAV.
9. What will happen to USBO units purchased or sold on or after August 29, 2013?
USBO units purchased or sold on or after August 29, 2013 will reflect the forward unit split. Starting on August 29, 2013 (the "ex-date") there will be more units of USBO available for purchase or sale, but the NAV per USBO unit will be lower.
10. Will there be a new ticker or CUSIP number associated with the forward unit split?
No, USBO's ticker symbol, "BNO", and CUSIP Number 91167Q100 will not change as a result of the forward unit split.
11. Will the USBO forward unit split affect a Limit or Good 'Til Cancelled Order?
No, the USBO forward unit split will not affect a Limit or Good 'Til Cancelled Order. Unit splits reduce the buy side prices and increase the buy side order units by the percentage amount of the unit split.
An investment in units issued by USBO involves risks. These risks can significantly impact the market value of USBO's units. Some of the risks you may face are summarized below:
For a further discussion about USBO and the risks associated with an investment in USBO, see USBO's Prospectus, which is available at www.unitedstatesbrentoilfund.com. USBO is distributed by ALPS Distributors, Inc.
SOURCE United States Commodity Funds LLC
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