01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed June 2, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Flex Ltd. (FLEX) has announced the entry into a new senior term loan credit facility totaling $1.45 billiona, effective May 29, 2026.
This new facility, provided by Citibank, N.A. as administrative agent and various lenders, matures on November 29, 2027. The proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes, including the refinancing of the company's existing 364-day facility, which was used in part to fund the recent acquisition of Electrical Power Products, Inc. The new credit agreement replaces the previous facility in its entirety. The Credit Facility includes customary covenants and financial maintenance requirements, such as a Debt/EBITDA Ratio not to exceed 4.00 to 1.00 and an Interest Coverage Ratio of no less than 3.00 to 1.00.
These covenants are typical for such financing and aim to ensure the company maintains a healthy financial position. Investors should note that while no subsidiaries are currently guarantors, the company has the option to designate them as such in the future. The full terms and conditions are detailed in the Credit Agreement filed as an exhibit.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Flex Ltd. secured a new $1.45 billion senior term loan credit facility.
- The facility matures on November 29, 2027.
- Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including refinancing of an existing 364-day facility.
- The new credit facility fully funded the repayment and termination of the existing 364-day facility.
- Key financial covenants include a maximum Debt/EBITDA Ratio of 4.00:1.00 and a minimum Interest Coverage Ratio of 3.00:1.00.
- The agreement contains standard covenants restricting indebtedness, liens, asset dispositions, and mergers, among other provisions.
- The company has the option to add subsidiary guarantors at a later date.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the new $1.45 billion credit facility?
The primary purpose of the new credit facility is for general corporate purposes. A significant portion of the proceeds was used to refinance the company's existing 364-day facility, which in turn funded the acquisition of Electrical Power Products, Inc.
What are the key financial covenants Flex Ltd. must maintain under the new credit agreement?
Flex Ltd. must maintain a Debt/EBITDA Ratio not to exceed 4.00 to 1.00 and an Interest Coverage Ratio of no less than 3.00 to 1.00, calculated as of the last day of each fiscal quarter.
Does this new credit facility impact Flex Ltd.'s existing debt structure?
Yes, the new credit facility was used to pay off and terminate the company's existing 364-day facility. This effectively replaces the old debt with the new, longer-term senior term loan.
Are there any immediate implications for Flex Ltd.'s subsidiaries regarding this new debt?
Currently, no subsidiaries are guarantors of this credit facility. However, Flex Ltd. has the option to cause any of its subsidiaries to become a subsidiary guarantor at any time after the closing date, upon prior written notice.
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