BCE Inc. Announces Debt Offerings

BCE Inc. (Bell) announced public offerings of Canadian MTN Debentures and US Senior Notes. The Canadian offering consists of Cdn $1.6 billion in two series of debentures, maturing in 2036 and 2056, with interest rates of 4.70% and 5.30% respectively. The US offering is for US $650 million of senior notes, maturing in 2036, with a 5.450% interest rate. Bell Canada intends to use the net proceeds to repurchase, redeem, or repay existing indebtedness, including through tender offers commenced on May 27, 2026, and for general corporate purposes. The offerings are subject to customary closing conditions and are not conditioned on each other. The debentures and notes are guaranteed by BCE Inc. The offerings are made under shelf prospectuses and prospectus supplements filed with Canadian and US securities regulatory authorities. Bell Canada is Canada's largest communications company.