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Vertiv Holdings Co 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Jan 31, 2020)

Filed January 31, 2020For Securities:VRT

Summary

This 8-K filing from Vertiv Holdings Co. (VRT) on January 31, 2020, details key developments related to its pending business combination with GS Acquisition Holdings Corp. The primary focus is on Vertiv's proactive steps to optimize its capital structure following the expected closure of the business combination. Specifically, Vertiv has initiated a process to refinance its existing term loan credit facility and amend/extend its asset-based revolving credit facility. This strategic move aims to reduce debt service requirements, lower leverage, and extend the maturity profile of its outstanding debt.

Key Highlights

  • 1Vertiv Holdings Co. is proceeding with its business combination with GS Acquisition Holdings Corp.
  • 2Vertiv has commenced a process to refinance its existing term loan credit facility.
  • 3Vertiv is also seeking to amend and extend its existing asset-based revolving credit facility.
  • 4The proposed refinancing is expected to reduce debt service requirements and leverage for Vertiv.
  • 5The refinancing aims to extend the maturity profile of Vertiv's indebtedness.
  • 6The refinancing transaction is anticipated to close during the first quarter of 2020, post-business combination.
  • 7The terms of the refinancing are not yet finalized and are subject to change.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing primarily announces that Vertiv Holdings Co. has started the process to refinance its debt and amend its credit facilities. This is being done in anticipation of the closing of its business combination with GS Acquisition Holdings Corp.

The proposed refinancing is expected to lower Vertiv's debt service costs, reduce its overall leverage, and extend the maturity dates of its outstanding debt, thereby improving its financial flexibility.

The refinancing transaction is anticipated to close during the first quarter of 2020, following the completion of the business combination with GS Acquisition Holdings Corp.

No, the terms of the proposed refinancing have not yet been finalized. The structure, timing, and anticipated impact are subject to change.