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Regal Rexnord amends $500M note agreement to permit Altra merger; adjusts covenants
REGAL REXNORD CORP
- First Amendment to Note Purchase Agreement for $500M 3.90% senior notes due April 7, 2032.
- Permits the proposed merger with Altra Industrial Motion Corp.; modifies financial covenants.
- Maximum leverage ratio increases to 4.875x post-merger, stepping down to 3.75x over time; minimum interest coverage ratio dips to 2.75x then returns to 3.00x.
- Adds 1.25% per annum fee on notes if non-investment grade and a 2.50% maintenance fee upon merger close; imposes limits on acquisitions and share buybacks.
- Bridge Facility commitments reduced dollar-for-dollar by outstanding notes; Company paid 0.05% consent fee to noteholders.