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CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC 8-K Report, Material Agreement (May 2, 2018)

Filed May 2, 2018For Securities:CASY

Summary

Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY) has announced a significant update to its credit facilities via an 8-K filing on May 2, 2018. The company executed a new Promissory Note on April 27, 2018, establishing a revolving line of credit with UMB Bank, n.a. for up to $150,000,000. This new facility replaces and increases the company's previous $100,000,000 revolving line of credit, providing enhanced financial flexibility. The new unsecured line of credit is intended to finance short-term operating expenses, working capital needs, and general corporate purposes. The interest rate is variable, set at 1.00% over the Federal Funds Offered Rate, with an initial rate of 2.720%. A key aspect of this agreement is the associated Negative Pledge Agreement, which restricts the company from creating certain liens on its assets without the lender's consent, with specific exceptions related to its existing Senior Notes. This move generally signals a proactive approach by Casey's management to ensure adequate liquidity and operational funding.

Key Highlights

  • 1Casey's General Stores, Inc. entered into a new $150 million unsecured revolving line of credit facility with UMB Bank, n.a.
  • 2This new facility replaces and increases the company's previous $100 million credit line.
  • 3The proceeds are intended for short-term operating expenses, working capital, and general corporate purposes.
  • 4The interest rate is variable, pegged at 1.00% over the Federal Funds Offered Rate, with an initial rate of 2.720%.
  • 5An associated Negative Pledge Agreement restricts the creation of certain liens on company assets without lender consent.
  • 6The agreement is structured with monthly interest payments and the principal payable in full upon the lender's demand.
  • 7The new credit line provides increased financial flexibility and supports ongoing business operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The new $150 million revolving line of credit is intended to finance Casey's short-term operating expenses, working capital needs, and general corporate purposes in the ordinary course of business.

This new facility replaces and increases the company's prior revolving line of credit, which had an aggregate principal amount of $100,000,000. The new line offers an additional $50 million in borrowing capacity.

The line of credit bears interest at a variable rate of 1.00% over the Federal Funds Offered Rate, with an initial rate of 2.720%. Monthly payments are for accrued interest, and the entire principal amount is payable in full upon the lender's demand.

The Negative Pledge Agreement requires Casey's to refrain from creating certain liens on its properties or assets without the lender's prior written consent, except for specified permitted liens. This protects the lender's position and is tied to the company's leverage relative to its net worth.