Apple issued its first bond offering in euros, not U.S. dollars, Tuesday as it seeks to broaden the pool of investors it could tap to borrow money. The company filed a preliminary prospectus, offering $3.5 billion in debt to mature in eight and 12 years. Apple said it plans to use the proceeds for a variety of purposes, including capital expenditures, repurchasing stock or making acquisitions.
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