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CSX CORP 8-K Report, Material Agreement (May 28, 2015)

Filed May 28, 2015For Securities:CSX

Summary

CSX Corporation (CSX) filed an 8-K on May 28, 2015, detailing the execution of a new $1 billion, five-year senior unsecured revolving credit agreement on May 21, 2015. This new facility replaces a prior credit agreement of the same size and tenor, which was also terminated on the same date. Importantly, CSX had no outstanding borrowings under either the new or the prior credit agreement at the time of these events. This action indicates a proactive approach by CSX to maintain a strong liquidity position and access to capital. The replacement of the credit agreement suggests favorable terms or a strategic decision to update their financing arrangements. Investors can view this as a sign of financial stability, as the company is ensuring it has flexible access to funds should the need arise, without currently being indebted under these facilities.

Key Highlights

  • 1CSX entered into a new $1 billion, five-year senior unsecured revolving credit agreement on May 21, 2015.
  • 2The new credit agreement replaces a prior $1 billion senior unsecured revolving credit agreement.
  • 3The prior credit agreement was terminated effective May 21, 2015.
  • 4There were no outstanding borrowings under the new credit agreement as of the report date.
  • 5There were no outstanding borrowings under the prior credit agreement at the time of its termination.
  • 6The new credit agreement has standard representations, warranties, and events of default.
  • 7JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. serves as the administrative agent for the new credit facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to disclose that CSX Corporation has entered into a new $1 billion, five-year senior unsecured revolving credit agreement and, concurrently, terminated its previous credit agreement.

No, as of the date of the filing (May 21, 2015), there were no outstanding borrowings under the new $1 billion credit agreement.

Companies often renew or replace credit agreements as a matter of good corporate governance and financial management. This could be to secure more favorable terms, update covenants, extend the maturity date, or simply ensure they have access to a modern and potentially more flexible credit facility for future needs, even without current borrowing.

A "senior unsecured revolving credit agreement" means CSX has access to a line of credit that ranks high in priority for repayment (senior) but is not backed by specific assets (unsecured). A "revolving" facility allows the company to borrow, repay, and re-borrow funds over the life of the agreement, providing ongoing financial flexibility.