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MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INC 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Sep 1, 2017)

Filed September 1, 2017For Securities:MCHPMCHPP

Summary

Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) filed an 8-K on September 1, 2017, to report an amendment to its existing credit facility. The company terminated its "2018 Tranche Commitments" under its Amended and Restated Credit Agreement and entered into a Master Increasing Lender Supplement to increase its "2020 Tranche Commitments". This strategic move extends the availability of a significant portion of its credit line to February 4, 2020, providing greater financial flexibility and long-term funding certainty. The amendment successfully added $165.7 million in new 2020 Tranche Commitments, bringing the total aggregate 2020 Tranche Commitments to approximately $2.727 billion. This increase was executed under provisions allowing for additional lender commitments, provided the company maintains a senior leverage ratio of 2.50 to 1.00 or less. This action demonstrates Microchip's solid financial standing and its ability to secure favorable credit terms.

Key Highlights

  • 1Microchip Technology Inc. amended its credit agreement, effective September 1, 2017.
  • 2The company terminated the "2018 Tranche Commitments" previously set to expire in June 2018.
  • 3New "2020 Tranche Commitments" were established, extending the availability of a portion of the credit facility to February 4, 2020.
  • 4An additional $165.7 million in credit commitments was secured, increasing the total aggregate 2020 Tranche Commitments to approximately $2.727 billion.
  • 5The increase in commitments was contingent on Microchip maintaining a senior leverage ratio of 2.50 to 1.00 or less, indicating strong financial health.
  • 6The amendment provides enhanced long-term financial flexibility for the company.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce the amendment of Microchip Technology Inc.'s credit agreement, specifically the termination of one credit tranche and the extension and increase of another, enhancing its long-term financial flexibility.

The amendment effectively shifts and extends a portion of the credit facility. While the "2018 Tranche Commitments" were terminated, new "2020 Tranche Commitments" were added. The total aggregate 2020 Tranche Commitments are now approximately $2.727 billion, an increase of $165.7 million over the prior structure related to the expiring tranche.

To obtain the additional commitments, Microchip was required to meet certain conditions, primarily maintaining its senior leverage ratio (as defined in the credit agreement) at or below 2.50 to 1.00.

This filing reports an amendment to an existing credit facility, not a new debt issuance or immediate repayment. It relates to the terms and availability of a revolving credit line. The extension of commitments suggests the company is securing future borrowing capacity.