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CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jan 5, 2021)

Reports
Material Agreements·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed January 5, 2021
Period End
January 4, 2021
Security
CRWD
In the record · 2019–202610-K710-Q238-K64

CRWD filed 7 annual reports (10-K), 23 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 64 current reports (8-K) between 2019 and 2026.

  1. Leadership change8-K · Mar ’23Mar ’23
  2. Leadership change8-K · Apr ’26Apr ’26

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed January 5, 2021. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD) announced a significant amendment and restatement of its credit agreement on January 4, 2021.

This filing details the company's enhanced revolving credit facility, which has been increased to $750.0 milliona, with an option to expand by an additional $250.0 million. The maturity date for this facility has been extended to January 26, 2026. This strategic move provides CrowdStrike with greater financial flexibility and resources to support its continued growth and operational needs.

The amended agreement also introduces new financial covenants, including an Interest Coverage Ratio of 3.00:1.00, a Senior Secured Leverage Ratio of 3.00:1.00 (stepping up slightly post-acquisition), and a Total Leverage Ratio that will decrease over time from 5.50:1.00. The credit facility is secured by substantially all of the company's assets and is guaranteed by its material domestic subsidiaries. Notably, no amounts are currently outstanding under the agreement, indicating a proactive approach to capital management and demonstrating a strong liquidity position at the time of filing.

Key Highlights

  1. Amended and restated credit agreement entered into on January 4, 2021.
  2. Revolving credit facility increased to $750.0 million, with an option to increase by an additional $250.0 million.
  3. Maturity date extended to January 26, 2026, providing long-term financial certainty.
  4. New financial covenants introduced: Interest Coverage Ratio (3.00:1.00), Senior Secured Leverage Ratio (3.00:1.00 initially), and Total Leverage Ratio (5.50:1.00 stepping down).
  5. Acquisition flexibility allows for temporary increases in leverage ratios for acquisitions over $150 million.
  6. Credit facility is secured by substantially all of CrowdStrike's and certain subsidiaries' assets.
  7. No amounts were outstanding under the credit facility at the time of the agreement, indicating strong existing liquidity.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

    The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to disclose CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.'s entry into a material definitive agreement, specifically the amendment and restatement of its credit agreement, which significantly impacts its borrowing capacity and financial flexibility.

  2. How has CrowdStrike's borrowing capacity changed?

    CrowdStrike's borrowing capacity has significantly increased. The revolving credit facility has been amended and restated to provide up to $750.0 million, with an option to request an additional $250.0 million, bringing the potential total to $1.0 billion.

  3. What are the key financial covenants CrowdStrike must adhere to under the new agreement?

    The new agreement includes covenants requiring CrowdStrike to maintain an Interest Coverage Ratio of 3.00:1.00, a Senior Secured Leverage Ratio of 3.00:1.00 (through January 31, 2023), and a Total Leverage Ratio that starts at 5.50:1.00 and steps down over time. The company may also temporarily increase leverage ratios following significant acquisitions.

  4. Does the company currently have any debt under this new credit facility?

    No, the filing explicitly states that no amounts are currently outstanding under the amended and restated credit agreement. This suggests the company has ample liquidity and is proactively securing its financial resources for future needs.