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Covenants: RCF Draws, Springing Covenants and How Not to Spring Them(March 31, 2020)

Mar 31, 2020
10:48
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The podcast discusses the increase in RCF draws, how it may indicate financial distress or cash hoarding. It explores the implications of RCF draws, ways to prevent springing covenants, and how lenders can refuse a draw. Topics include managing liquidity issues, lender caution, impact of cash drawings on facility outstandings, and challenges faced by borrowers accessing RCFs.
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Quick takeaways

  • Drawing down revolvers can indicate financial distress or prudent cash management during crises.
  • Understanding leverage loan documents can help companies strategically manage liquidity and avoid breaching financial covenants.

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Impact of Extended Lockdowns on Businesses

Extended lockdowns due to the global crisis have led to companies drawing on their revolvers and closing stores till the end of March, with social distancing measures now extended through April. The discussion mentions how financial covenants and flexibility in leverage loan documents are crucial for companies to manage their liquidity effectively during these unprecedented times. Companies strategize on managing their credit facilities to prevent breaching financial covenants by repaying and redrawing amounts strategically to avoid triggers.

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