DXP Enterprises, Inc. Refinances Existing Debt and Raises an Incremental $105M to Drive Growth
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in cash on the balance sheet at close$110 million - Reduces applicable margin for borrowings by one hundred basis points
- Aligns actions to support accelerating acquisition strategy
DXP intends to use the proceeds to repay borrowings under DXP’s existing Senior Secured Term Loan B, and the remaining for general corporate purposes, potential acquisitions, and transaction fees and expenses. The transaction provides DXP with continued operational and financial flexibility to reinvest in the business and pursue its organic and acquisition growth strategy.
The Term Loan B borrowings are priced at 3.75 percent over Term SOFR and continue to include a secured leverage covenant ranging from 5.75:1 to 4.75:1. The new loan under the credit agreement is secured by substantially all of the company’s consolidated assets.
David R. Little, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer remarked, “We are pleased with another successful refinancing. Like last year at this time, we will take this positive momentum, close out the year strong and look to drive growth in 2025. Our capital allocation strategy includes a mix of continuing to fund growth; applying excess cash flow to debt service, when appropriate; reinvesting in the business through our facilities, equipment and software; and supporting DXP in the market. We plan to maintain liquidity and flexibility while pursuing growth opportunities and reinvesting in the business.”
Kent Yee, Chief Financial Officer added, “We are pleased with another successful refinancing of
Additional details regarding the refinanced TLB borrowings will be available in DXP’s Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission by October 8th.
About DXP Enterprises, Inc.
DXP Enterprises, Inc. is a leading products and service distributor that adds value and total cost savings solutions to industrial customers throughout
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Kent Yee
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Source: DXP Enterprises, Inc.