B. Riley Financial Inc. has announced a significant debt transaction aimed at reducing its outstanding debt by approximately $46 million. The company has entered into a privately negotiated exchange agreement with an institutional investor, which will result in the exchange of about $139 million in senior notes for $93 million in new 8.00% Senior Secured Second Lien Notes due January 1, 2028. This transaction eliminates over $100 million in 2026 maturities, marking a substantial step in improving the company's capital structure. Additionally, B. Riley is issuing warrants to the investor for approximately 372,000 common shares at an exercise price of $10.00 per share, exercisable over seven years. Moelis & Company LLC served as financial advisor, and Sullivan & Cromwell LLP provided legal advice for the agreement.