This episode of The Reorg Primary View covers a range of interesting topics including the impact of Federal Reserve rate hikes, expectations for restructuring activity, differences between middle market and larger cap market in private credit, and proactive measures for private equity sponsors. Ajay Bijoor also shares his support for the Philadelphia Eagles and the best cheesesteaks in Philadelphia.
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Higher interest rates are limiting companies' ability to invest, leading to increased restructuring activity.
Restructuring in the middle market involves nuanced deal structures and increased use of direct lending.
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Impact of Rate Hikes on Restructuring Market
The Federal Reserve's consistent rate hikes and significant increases in rates have led to a higher cash interest burden for companies, limiting their ability to invest in operations and capital improvements. As a result, businesses with tightening liquidity need to be proactive in making decisions and allocating capital. This is expected to lead to a pickup in restructuring activity in the distress market through 2023 and 2024, with companies in sectors like retail and healthcare facing more signs of distress.
Mix of Amendments and Up-tier Transactions
The restructuring market is expected to see a mix of amendments and up-tier transactions. Some companies will seek to amend their credit documentation to address balance sheet issues, taking advantage of existing covenant flexibility. Additionally, there have been nuanced structures in deals, even those that appear to be extensions. Coercive elements are being introduced, though not explicitly, leading to complex situations. This creativity and flexibility in deal-making will continue as restructuring bankers work to find appropriate solutions for their clients.
Middle Market Distinctions and Role of Private Credit
The middle market, typically companies below a $3 billion capital structure size, experiences distinctions in financing compared to larger cap companies. Direct lending plays a significant role in the mid-market, offering flexibility that traditional leverage loan or bond markets do not. Despite potentially higher rates, the availability of attractive financing options through direct lenders has increased in the middle market. Private equity sponsors will be proactive in modifying and addressing the balance sheets of their portfolio companies, with creative extensions and exchanges being explored to provide the necessary time for business plans and turnarounds.
In this week’s episode of The Reorg Primary View, Ajay Bijoor, managing director in Baird Global Investment Banking’s Restructuring Advisory, discusses interest rates, the outlook for restructurings, middle market companies, private credit and the best cheesesteaks in Philadelphia with Reorg’s James Holloway.
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