debt
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.60
Baxter enters $2.05B credit agreement for refinancing and Kidney Care separation costs
BAXTER INTERNATIONAL INC
- Credit Agreement with JPMorgan, BofA, Citibank provides up to $2.05B senior unsecured term loans.
- Proceeds to refinance 1.322% Senior Notes due Nov 2024, Floating Rate Notes due Nov 2024, and existing term loan tranche.
- Funds also cover U.S. tax liabilities from internal restructuring ahead of planned Kidney Care business separation.
- Maturity 364 days from first funding or Nov 24, 2025; includes net leverage ratio covenant.
- Ticking fee accrues on undrawn commitments at rate based on Baxter's long-term debt ratings.