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FMC amends credit agreement; leverage ratio covenant raised to 6.5x through mid-2024
FMC CORP
- Maximum leverage ratio raised to 6.5x through June 30, 2024, stepping down to 3.75x by Sept 30, 2025.
- Interest coverage ratio covenant adjusted similarly over same period.
- CFO cites unprecedented downturn in global crop protection market for temporary relief.
- Company expects strong cash generation in 2024, prioritized to debt paydown and dividend.
- Amendment received unanimous support from bank group; additional details in 8-K.