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Covenants: Covenant Analysis Amid the Coronavirus Scramble to Preserve Liquidity (March 24, 2020)

Mar 24, 2020
12:36
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Hosts analyze the critical role of covenants during economic chaos sparked by the coronavirus. They discuss how U.S. companies are drawn to revolvers for liquidity, highlighting loan structures and springing maintenance covenants. The conversation delves into strategic credit management, emphasizing asset-based decisions. Banks' assessments of material adverse effects are examined, especially for hard-hit sectors like airlines. Finally, they explore the shifting landscape of corporate liquidity strategies, stressing cash retention over taking on more debt.
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Quick takeaways

  • Companies are increasingly drawing on their revolving credit facilities to manage liquidity, reflecting a shift in financial strategies during economic downturns.
  • The scrutiny of Material Adverse Effect clauses highlights the complexities of covenant compliance as external factors disrupt traditional revenue generation models.

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Liquidity Concerns During Market Disruption

The current economic landscape has raised significant liquidity concerns for companies, which are increasingly drawing on their revolving credit facilities to maintain cash reserves. Many businesses, especially in heavily impacted industries like airlines, are seeing revenues plummet almost to zero, prompting them to secure liquidity even in the absence of immediate needs. For instance, companies such as Avis have publicly shared their strategies, highlighting their focus on maintaining liquidity to weather this downturn. This trend highlights a broader strategy where firms aim to reassure investors of their financial stability during times of heightened uncertainty.

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