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ESCO enters new $500M revolver; extends maturity to Aug 2028
ESCO TECHNOLOGIES INC
- New $500M revolving credit facility with 7 banks, led by JPMorgan, matures 5 years from Aug 30, 2023.
- Replaces 2019 facility that would mature Sep 2024; ~$142M borrowings transferred.
- Interest options: SOFR+0.10% floor, EURIBOR, CDOR, prime rate; facility fee based on leverage ratio (12.5-25bp).
- Includes $250M expansion option and financial covenants (leverage ratio, interest coverage ratio).
- Proceeds for general corporate purposes: working capital, capex, R&D, acquisitions.