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Garrett Motion announces partial repayment and successful repricing of Term Loan

Garrett Motion (Nasdaq: GTX) announced a successful repricing and $50 million early repayment of its $635 million term loan due 2032.

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Garrett Motion (Nasdaq: GTX) announced a successful repricing and $50 million early repayment of its $635 million term loan due 2032. Interest on the facility will now be SOFR plus 175 basis points, a 25-basis point reduction. According to Garrett, this is expected to lower interest expense and support liquidity.

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  • Early repayment of $50 million on $635 million term loan due 2032
  • Interest margin reduced to SOFR + 175 bps, a 25-bp spread reduction
  • Company expects lower interest expense from repriced term loan
  • Management states the transaction supports strong liquidity position

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News Market Reaction – GTX

In the May 18 session, GTX declined 1.94%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights Garrett’s ongoing balance‑sheet optimization, with a $50M early repayme...
Analysis

This announcement highlights Garrett’s ongoing balance‑sheet optimization, with a $50M early repayment on a $635M term loan and a repricing to SOFR + 175 bps, cutting the spread by 25 basis points. It follows strong Q1 2026 results and raised guidance, plus continued technology initiatives. Investors may watch future debt actions, upcoming events like the May 20 Investor Day, and execution across turbo and zero‑emission technologies as key indicators.

Key Figures

Early loan repayment: $50M Term loan balance: $635M Loan interest spread: SOFR + 175 bps +5 more
Early loan repayment
$50M
Early repayment of existing term loan
Term loan balance
$635M
Existing term loan due 2032
Loan interest spread
SOFR + 175 bps
New pricing on term loan facility
Spread reduction
25 basis points
Reduction from prior term loan rate
Company history
70 years
History of innovation in automotive sector
R&D centers
6
Global research and development centers
Manufacturing facilities
13
Global manufacturing footprint
Employees
more than 8,700
Global workforce across more than 20 countries

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 30
5 events
  1. Apr 30

    Q1 2026 earnings

    24h Move
    +25.0%

    Strong Q1 results, higher outlook, dividend and buybacks drove a sharp gain.

  2. Apr 27

    Tech collaboration

    24h Move
    -0.6%

    Oil-free compressor collaboration for BESS cooling showed efficiency gains and growth potential.

  3. Apr 10

    Earnings call notice

    24h Move
    +0.4%

    Announcement of timing and access details for Q1 2026 results call.

  4. Apr 08

    Product showcase

    24h Move
    +5.2%

    Launch of oil-free compressor portfolio highlighting efficiency and new applications.

  5. Mar 25

    Investor Day announcement

    24h Move
    +3.2%

    Planned Technology and Investor Day outlining strategy and long-term framework.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

secured overnight financing rate, basis points, fuel cell compressors, thermal management systems
4 terms
secured overnight financing rate financial
"Borrowings under the facility will bear interest at the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) plus 175 basis points per annum..."
A secured overnight financing rate (SOFR) is a daily benchmark interest rate that reflects the cost of borrowing cash overnight using U.S. Treasury securities as collateral. Think of it as the market price to “rent” cash for a day with a very safe pledge, similar to paying a short-term rental fee for money backed by government bonds. Investors track SOFR because it underpins pricing for loans, bonds and derivatives, so movements change borrowing costs, interest income and the valuation of interest-rate–linked positions.
basis points financial
"..., plus 175 basis points per annum, which represents a 25-basis point reduction from the existing facility."
Basis points are a way to measure small changes in interest rates or percentages, where one basis point equals 0.01%. For example, if a loan's interest rate increases by 50 basis points, it's gone up by 0.50%. They help people understand tiny differences in rates that can add up over time, making financial comparisons clearer.
fuel cell compressors technical
"..., such as fuel cell compressors for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, as well as electric propulsion..."
Fuel cell compressors are mechanical pumps that push and control the flow of air or hydrogen into a fuel cell so it can generate electricity, much like lungs supply oxygen to enable breathing. They matter to investors because their size, efficiency, cost and reliability directly affect a fuel cell system’s performance, fuel economy and manufacturing price, which in turn influence product competitiveness, adoption rates and company margins in hydrogen and clean-energy markets.
thermal management systems technical
"..., as well as electric propulsion and thermal management systems for automotive and industrial applications."
Thermal management systems are the tools and designs—like fans, liquid loops, insulation and control software—that move, spread or remove heat to keep devices, batteries and machinery within safe temperature ranges, similar to how a radiator and thermostat keep a house comfortable. Investors care because effective thermal management affects product reliability, performance, energy use and regulatory compliance, which in turn influence manufacturing costs, warranty claims and market competitiveness.

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PLYMOUTH, Mich. and ROLLE, Switzerland, May 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Garrett Motion Inc. (Nasdaq: GTX) ("Garrett" or the "Company"), a global leader in differentiated turbocharging and electrification technologies for mobility and industrial applications, today announced the successful repricing and a $50M early repayment of its existing $635M term loan due in 2032.

Borrowings under the facility will bear interest at the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) plus 175 basis points per annum, which represents a 25-basis point reduction from the existing facility.

“We are pleased to have completed the repricing of our term loan, reflecting the strength of our financial profile and lender confidence in our long-term strategy,” said Olivier Rabiller, President and CEO of Garrett. “The repricing will further reduce interest expense and strengthen liquidity.

About Garrett Motion Inc.
A differentiated technology leader, Garrett Motion has a 70-year history of innovation in the automotive sector (cars, trucks) and beyond (off-highway equipment, marine, power generators). Its well-recognized expertise in turbocharging has enabled significant reductions in engine size, fuel consumption, and CO2 emissions. Garrett is committed to advancing turbo applications while leveraging its unique technology solutions, such as fuel cell compressors for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, as well as electric propulsion and thermal management systems for automotive and industrial applications. Garrett has six R&D centers, 13 manufacturing facilities, and a team of more than 8,700 employees in more than 20 countries. For more information, please visit www.garrettmotion.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This communication and related comments by management may include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements are any statements other than statements of historical fact and can be identified by words such as “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements represent our current judgment about possible future activities, events, or developments that we expect may occur in the future. In making these statements, we rely upon assumptions and analysis based on our experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions, and expected future developments, as well as other factors we consider appropriate under the circumstances. We believe these judgments are reasonable, but these statements are not guarantees of any future performance, events, or results, and actual performance, events, or results may differ materially from those envisaged by our forward-looking statements due to a variety of important factors, many of which are described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including risks related to the automotive industry, the competitive landscape and our ability to compete, and macroeconomic and geopolitical conditions, among others. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or other factors that affect the subject of these statements, except where we are expressly required to do so by law.

Contacts:

INVESTOR RELATIONSMEDIA
Cyril GrandjeanFabrice Spenninck
+1 734 392 55 04 
investorrelations@garrettmotion.comMediaRelations@garrettmotion.com



FAQ

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What did Garrett Motion (Nasdaq: GTX) announce about its term loan on May 18, 2026?

Garrett Motion announced a repricing and $50 million early repayment of its $635 million term loan. According to Garrett, the remaining borrowings will now bear interest at SOFR plus 175 basis points, 25 basis points lower than the previous spread.

How does the term loan repricing affect Garrett Motion’s interest rate and costs (GTX)?

Garrett Motion’s term loan will now bear interest at SOFR plus 175 basis points, 25 points lower. According to Garrett, the lower spread is expected to reduce ongoing interest expense and contribute to a stronger overall liquidity profile for the company.

How much of Garrett Motion’s $635 million term loan was repaid early?

Garrett Motion made a $50 million early repayment on its $635 million term loan due 2032. According to Garrett, this partial repayment, combined with repricing, is part of ongoing efforts to optimize the capital structure and manage long-term financing costs.

What is the new pricing on Garrett Motion’s term loan after the May 2026 transaction?

After the transaction, Garrett Motion’s term loan is priced at SOFR plus 175 basis points annually. According to Garrett, this represents a 25-basis point reduction in the interest margin compared with the prior facility terms, supporting reduced financing costs.

Why did Garrett Motion say it repriced its term loan in 2026?

Garrett Motion indicated the repricing reflects its financial profile and lender confidence in its long-term strategy. According to Garrett, the revised terms are expected to lower interest expense and help strengthen the company’s liquidity while maintaining access to long-term capital.

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