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Hillman Announces Closing of $735 Million Term Loan B and $375 Million ABL Revolving Credit Facility

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Hillman (Nasdaq: HLMN) closed a refinancing of its credit facilities, securing a new $735 million senior secured Term Loan B maturing in July 2033 and a $375 million ABL revolving credit facility maturing in July 2031. Both facilities are priced at SOFR plus 200 and 125 basis points, respectively, consistent with prior terms. Proceeds refinanced the existing term loan, repaid the prior revolver, and covered related fees, extending Hillman’s debt maturity profile and preserving financial flexibility.

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  • $735 million Term Loan B maturing July 2033 at SOFR +200 bps
  • $375 million ABL Revolver maturing July 2031 at SOFR +125 bps
  • Refinancing extends overall debt maturities to 2033/2031
  • Pricing on new facilities consistent with previous credit agreements
  • ABL Revolver currently has a zero balance, preserving liquidity capacity

Negative

  • None.

News Explained

The closed refinancing leaves the new ABL Revolver currently undrawn, while its SOFR-plus-125-basis-point pricing and the Term Loan B’s SOFR-plus-200-basis-point pricing are consistent with the prior facilities.

News Market Reaction – HLMN

-1.62%
-1.62% Session close to close

In the Jul 23 session, HLMN declined 1.62%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

The prior refinancing launch drew a +1.68% 24-hour reaction, while the completed transaction kept pr...
Analysis

The prior refinancing launch drew a +1.68% 24-hour reaction, while the completed transaction kept pricing consistent with prior facilities. The platform record adds context; future shelf issuance remains a stated dilution risk to monitor.

Key Figures

Term Loan B: $735 million ABL Revolver: $375 million Term Loan B maturity: July 2033 +4 more
7 metrics
Term Loan B $735 million New senior secured facility
ABL Revolver $375 million New asset-based revolving credit facility
Term Loan B maturity July 2033 New Term Loan B
Term Loan B pricing SOFR +200 basis points Current pricing
ABL maturity July 2031 New ABL Revolver
ABL pricing SOFR +125 basis points Current pricing
ABL balance 0 balance Current ABL Revolver balance

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 13 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Jul 13 Debt refinancing launch Positive +1.7% Company launched refinancing and reported preliminary Q2 results; shares rose 1.68%.
Jun 17 Facility groundbreaking Positive -1.1% Broke ground on a 715,000-square-foot multipurpose facility in Ohio.
Apr 27 Q1 earnings report Positive -5.1% Reported Q1 results, raised full-year net sales guidance, and disclosed acquisitions.
Apr 13 Delaney hardware sale Positive +2.8% OpenGate announced completion of Delaney Hardware's sale to Hillman.
Apr 13 Delaney acquisition Positive +2.8% Acquired Delaney Hardware, expanding pro-distribution categories into door hardware.

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

Pattern Detected

HLMN's recent positive announcements produced mixed reactions, with refinancing and acquisition news aligning positively while earnings and facility news diverged.

Key Terms

term loan b, asset-based revolving credit facility, sofr, basis points, +1 more
5 terms
term loan b financial
"a new $735 million senior secured Term Loan B"
A Term Loan B (TLB) is a large, syndicated loan made to a company that is typically sold to institutional investors rather than held by banks; think of it as a long-term mortgage from a group of investors with higher interest and smaller early payments. It matters to investors because it changes a company’s debt cost, repayment schedule and credit risk—factors that affect profit, cash flow and the market value of both the company’s equity and its traded debt.
asset-based revolving credit facility financial
"a $375 million asset-based revolving credit facility"
A loan arrangement where a lender agrees to make funds available up to a set limit that a borrower can draw, repay, and draw again, with the amount available tied to the value of specific assets (like inventory, receivables, or equipment) pledged as collateral. It matters to investors because it provides flexible working capital while limiting risk exposure: the company can fund growth or cover shortfalls quickly, but borrowing capacity can shrink if asset values fall.
sofr financial
"currently priced at SOFR +200 basis points"
The Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) is a market benchmark that measures the cost of borrowing cash overnight using U.S. Treasury securities as collateral. Investors watch SOFR because it acts like a speedometer for short-term interest costs—affecting loan rates, bond yields and the pricing of interest-rate contracts—so movements change borrowing expenses, cash returns and the value of interest-sensitive investments.
basis points financial
"currently priced at SOFR +125 basis points"
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.
senior secured financial
"a new $735 million senior secured Term Loan B"
Senior secured describes a loan or bond that has first claim on a company’s assets and is backed by specific collateral, like a mortgage on property. For investors, that means they are paid before other creditors if the company struggles or is liquidated, reducing the chance of loss compared with unsecured or junior debt. Think of it as a front-of-the-line, collateral-backed claim that typically carries lower interest because of that added protection.

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Successfully extends Term Loan B maturity to 2033 and ABL maturity to 2031

CINCINNATI, July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hillman Solutions Corp. (Nasdaq: HLMN) (the "Company", “Hillman Group”, or "Hillman"), a leading provider of hardware and related products, announced the closing of the refinancing of its existing credit facilities, consisting of a new $735 million senior secured Term Loan B ("Term Loan B") and a $375 million asset-based revolving credit facility ("ABL Revolver").

Proceeds from the Term Loan B were primarily used to refinance the Company's existing term loan, repay amounts outstanding under its existing revolving credit facility, and pay related fees and expenses.

The Term Loan B matures in July 2033 and is currently priced at SOFR +200 basis points. The ABL Revolver, which currently has a zero balance, matures in July 2031 and is currently priced at SOFR +125 basis points. The pricing of both the Term Loan B and the ABL Revolver are consistent with the previous credit facilities.

"This refinancing meaningfully extends our debt maturity profile and enhances our financial flexibility,” said Jon Michael Adinolfi, Chief Executive Officer of Hillman. "It reflects the continued strength of our business and positions us well to invest in our core operations and pursue value-creating growth opportunities. These transactions give us a capital structure that supports our long-term strategic priorities including acquisitions."

Jefferies Finance LLC acted as Lead Left Arranger for the Term Loan B with U.S. Bank, BofA Securities, PNC Capital Markets LLC, and Fifth Third Bank, N.A. acting as Joint Lead Arrangers, and First Financial Bank also participating in the syndicate. 

U.S. Bank acted as lead arranger and administrative agent for the ABL Revolver, with Bank of America, N.A., PNC Bank N.A., and Fifth Third Bank, N.A. acting as Joint Lead Arrangers, and First Financial Bank also participating in the syndicate.

About Hillman Solutions Corp.
Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Hillman is a leading provider of hardware and related products serving retail, pro distribution, and industrial MRO customers. Over the last 60-plus years, Hillman has built a legacy of service and growth by forming strategic partnerships with North America's leading home improvement, hardware, and farm and fleet retailers. Hillman differentiates itself from the competition with its dedicated field sales team of 1,200+ associates, direct-to-store distribution capabilities, and world class global sourcing and supply chain expertise. The company offers an extensive product portfolio of more than 111,000 SKUs, including fasteners (power screws, nuts, bolts), hardware (builder's hardware, door hardware, rope & chain, accessories), project gear & supplies (gloves, work gear, paint & cleaning sundries), and key and engraving services (key duplication, auto keys, and engraving). Hillman is committed to delivering exceptional customer service, innovative products, and dependable solutions to its customers and regularly earns vendor of the year recognition from top customers. For more information on Hillman, visit www.hillman.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
All statements made in this press release that are considered to be forward-looking are made in good faith by the Company and are intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as "expect," "estimate," "project," "budget," "forecast," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," “target”, “goal”, "may," "will," "could," "should," "believes," "predicts," "potential," "continue," and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the Company’s expectations with respect to future performance and statements relating to the Transaction, which may not be consummated on the terms described in this press release, or at all. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results. Most of these factors are outside the Company's control and are difficult to predict. Factors that may cause such differences include, but are not limited to: (1) unfavorable economic conditions that may affect our and our customers’, suppliers’ and other business partners’ operations, financial condition and cash flows including spending on home renovation or construction projects, inflation, recessions, instability in the financial markets or credit markets; (2) increased supply chain costs, including tariffs, raw materials, sourcing, transportation and energy; (3) the highly competitive nature of the markets that we serve; (4) the ability to continue to innovate with new products and services; (5) seasonality; (6) large customer concentration; (7) the ability to recruit and retain qualified employees; (8) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against the Company; (9) adverse changes in currency exchange rates; or (10) regulatory changes and potential legislation that could adversely impact financial results. The foregoing list of factors is not exclusive, and readers should also refer to those risks that are included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on February 17, 2026. Given these uncertainties, current or prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements.
Except as required by applicable law, the Company does not undertake or accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements in this communication to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

Contact:
Michael Koehler
Vice President – Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Treasury
513-826-5495
IR@hillmangroup.com  


FAQ

What did Hillman (HLMN) announce about its new Term Loan B and ABL facility on July 22, 2026?

Hillman announced closing a new $735 million Term Loan B and a $375 million ABL Revolver. According to Hillman, the refinancing extends its debt maturities to 2033 and 2031, refinances existing debt, and maintains prior pricing spreads over SOFR.

What are the interest rates and maturities on Hillman (HLMN) 2026 refinanced credit facilities?

Hillman’s new Term Loan B is priced at SOFR +200 bps and matures in July 2033. According to Hillman, the ABL Revolver is priced at SOFR +125 bps, matures in July 2031, and both prices match the prior facilities.

How will Hillman (HLMN) use proceeds from the $735 million Term Loan B refinancing?

Hillman is using Term Loan B proceeds primarily to refinance its existing term loan and repay its prior revolver. According to Hillman, remaining funds cover related fees and expenses, leaving the new $375 million ABL Revolver currently undrawn for future liquidity needs.

How does the 2026 credit refinancing affect Hillman (HLMN) debt maturity profile?

The refinancing pushes Hillman’s term debt maturity to 2033 and ABL maturity to 2031. According to Hillman, this significantly extends its debt maturity profile and is intended to enhance financial flexibility for core operations, acquisitions, and value-creating growth opportunities.

Which banks arranged Hillman (HLMN) new Term Loan B and ABL Revolver in 2026?

Jefferies Finance acted as Lead Left Arranger for the Term Loan B, with several banks as Joint Lead Arrangers. According to Hillman, U.S. Bank led and administered the ABL Revolver, with Bank of America, PNC, Fifth Third, and First Financial also participating.