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FORD MOTOR CO 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Apr 28, 2017)

Filed April 28, 2017For Securities:FF-PCF-PDF-PB

Summary

This 8-K filing from Ford Motor Company (F) on April 28, 2017, primarily concerns an amendment to its existing credit agreement. The company has successfully extended the maturity dates of its revolving credit facilities by one year. Specifically, 75% of the $13.4 billion in total revolving commitments will now mature on April 30, 2022, and the remaining 25% will mature on April 30, 2020. This extension provides Ford with enhanced financial flexibility and stability, reassuring investors of the company's continued access to liquidity. The amendment also maintains the existing $3 billion allocation of commitments to Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, indicating ongoing support for its financing arm. Overall, this event demonstrates proactive management of Ford's debt structure and commitment to securing its financial resources.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ford Motor Company amended its Credit Agreement on April 28, 2017.
  • 2The amendment extends the maturity dates of its $13.4 billion in revolving credit commitments.
  • 375% of the revolving commitments now mature one year later, on April 30, 2022.
  • 425% of the revolving commitments are extended to mature on April 30, 2020.
  • 5The $3 billion allocation of commitments to Ford Motor Credit Company LLC remains unchanged.
  • 6This action provides greater financial flexibility and liquidity for the company.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce the Thirteenth Amendment to Ford Motor Company's existing Credit Agreement, which effectively extends the maturity dates of its revolving credit facilities.

The total revolving commitments remain at $13.4 billion. The amendment does not change the total amount available but extends the timeframe for repayment.

The extended maturity dates provide Ford with greater financial flexibility and reduce immediate refinancing risk. This reassures investors about the company's liquidity and its ability to manage its debt obligations over a longer period.

No, the amendment explicitly states that the $3 billion allocation of commitments to Ford Motor Credit Company LLC remains in place on an irrevocable and exclusive basis, ensuring continued support for its financing operations.