M&A
confidence high
sentiment neutral
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RBC Bearings completes acquisition of ABB's Dodge mechanical power transmission division
RBC Bearings INC
- Acquired ABB's mechanical power transmission division (Dodge brand) on Nov 1, 2021 for an undisclosed cash purchase price.
- Funded acquisition with $1.3B term loan and $500M revolver from new Wells Fargo-led credit agreement maturing Nov 2, 2026.
- Also issued $500M 4.375% senior notes due 2029 and completed equity offerings (common and mandatory convertible preferred).
- Terminated existing credit agreement with no early termination penalties; new facility has 5.50x max leverage and 2.00x min interest coverage covenants.
- Proceeds used for acquisition, fees, expenses, and general corporate purposes; quarterly amortization of term loan begins March 31, 2022.