01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed February 17, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
TE Connectivity plc (TEL) has executed a new Five-Year Senior Credit Agreement, establishing a $3 billiona revolving credit facility.
This new facility replaces its previous $1.5 billionb credit line and extends the maturity date to February 13, 2031, with options for further extension. This strategic move enhances the company's financial flexibility and is intended to support its commercial paper program. The agreement includes provisions for potential increases in the credit line and outlines various interest rate options tied to market benchmarks plus an applicable margin.
Notably, the company terminated its existing agreement without incurring early termination penalties. Key financial covenants within the new agreement include a leverage ratio that, if exceeded (Consolidated Total Debt to Consolidated EBITDA above 3.75:1, or 4.25:1 post-Qualified Acquisition), could trigger an Event of Default.
Investors should note that the interest rates on borrowings are variable, linked to benchmark rates such as Term SOFR for USD, and include an annual facility fee ranging from 5.0 to 12.5 basis points. The company also engages in customary financial services with the lenders and their affiliates, which is a standard practice.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Entered into a new Five-Year Senior Credit Agreement totaling $3 billion, replacing a $1.5 billion facility.
- New credit facility matures on February 13, 2031, with options for two one-year extensions.
- Ability to increase the credit facility by an additional $1 billion at TEGSA's option.
- New facility is intended to back borrowings under the company's commercial paper program.
- Interest rates are variable, based on benchmark rates (e.g., Term SOFR for USD) plus an applicable margin.
- Includes a financial covenant tied to a Consolidated Total Debt to Consolidated EBITDA ratio of 3.75:1 (or 4.25:1 post-Qualified Acquisition).
- The previous credit agreement was terminated concurrently without early termination penalties.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of this new credit agreement?
The primary purpose of the new Five-Year Senior Credit Agreement is to establish a larger $3 billion revolving credit facility that will replace the company's existing $1.5 billion facility. This new facility is intended to provide enhanced financial flexibility and support TE Connectivity's commercial paper program.
What are the key terms of the new credit facility, including maturity and potential size increases?
The new facility matures on February 13, 2031, and TE Connectivity has the option to extend it for up to two additional one-year periods. Furthermore, the facility's aggregate commitment amount can be increased by up to $1 billion at the borrower's option, providing significant flexibility.
What are the main financial covenants investors should be aware of?
A key financial covenant is the leverage ratio, which requires the ratio of Consolidated Total Debt to Consolidated EBITDA to not exceed 3.75 to 1.0. This threshold can increase to 4.25 to 1.0 if a Qualified Acquisition has occurred. Exceeding these ratios could trigger an Event of Default.
How are borrowings under the new facility priced?
Borrowings will bear interest at variable rates, which depend on the currency. For U.S. Dollar borrowings, options include Term SOFR or an alternate base rate. These benchmark rates are subject to an applicable margin that is based on TEGSA's senior, unsecured, long-term debt rating. Additionally, an annual facility fee ranging from 5.0 to 12.5 basis points of the lenders' commitments is payable.
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