Weatherford Announces Expansion of Credit Facility and Amendment of Accordion Size
Weatherford International (NASDAQ: WFRD) announced a $40 million increase in its Credit Facility, bringing total commitments to $720 million.
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Weatherford International (NASDAQ: WFRD) announced a $40 million increase in its Credit Facility, bringing total commitments to $720 million. The facility now includes a $327 million tranche for performance letters of credit and a $393 million tranche for revolving loans. Additionally, the amendment allows the accordion feature to increase up to $1 billion. CEO Girish Saligram highlighted the liquidity and capital structure flexibility this provides, affirming the company's focus on long-term value generation. Weatherford operates in 75 countries with a workforce of 18,800 and offers innovative energy services combining proven technologies and digitalization.
Positive
- Increased Credit Facility by $40 million, totaling $720 million in commitments.
- Amendment allows the accordion feature to scale up to $1 billion, enhancing financial flexibility.
- CEO indicated strong operating performance underpinning the enhancements.
- Improved liquidity and capital structure flexibility.
- Focus on generating long-term value for shareholders.
Negative
- No mention of immediate impact on revenue or profitability.
- Potential risks associated with increased indebtedness.
- Future dependence on banking partners' confidence and market conditions.
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HOUSTON, June 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Weatherford International plc (NASDAQ: WFRD) (“Weatherford,” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our”) announced that it has increased its Credit Facility by
The Credit Facility is now comprised of a
Girish Saligram, President and Chief Executive Officer of Weatherford, commented, “I am pleased to announce the expansion of our Credit Facility by an additional
About Weatherford
Weatherford delivers innovative energy services that integrate proven technologies with advanced digitalization to create sustainable offerings for maximized value and return on investment. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation. The Company operates in approximately 75 countries with a global talent network of approximately 18,800 team members representing more than 110 nationalities and 340 operating locations.
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Mohammed Topiwala
Vice President, Investor Relations and M&A
investor.relations@weatherford.com
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Kelley Hughes
Sr. Director, Communications & Employment Engagement
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