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Crown Castle (NYSE: CCI) secures $4.5B revolving credit facility to 2031

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Crown Castle Inc. entered into a new unsecured revolving credit facility totaling $4.5 billion, replacing its prior credit agreement. The facility includes a letter of credit sublimit of $100.0 million, of which $39.4 million was outstanding as letters of credit on May 1, 2026.

The company may request up to an additional $500.0 million in term loans or revolving commitments, subject to lender agreement. Borrowings will bear interest at either an alternate base rate plus a margin of 0.000%–0.375% or Term SOFR plus 0.750%–1.375%, with commitment fees of 0.080%–0.200% on unused amounts.

The facility matures on May 1, 2031 and includes financial covenants limiting consolidated total net debt to consolidated EBITDA to 7.00x (up to 7.50x after certain acquisitions) and consolidated senior secured debt to consolidated EBITDA to 3.50x. In connection with the new facility, Crown Castle terminated the existing 2016 credit agreement and repaid all outstanding loans under it using proceeds from the sale of its fiber solutions and small cells businesses.

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Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement Business
The company signed a significant contract such as a merger agreement, credit facility, or major partnership.
Item 1.02 Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement Business
A significant contract was terminated, which may affect business operations or revenue.
Item 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement Financial
The company incurred a new significant debt or off-balance-sheet obligation.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
New revolving credit facility $4.5 billion Aggregate unsecured commitments under New Credit Facility
Letter of credit subfacility $100.0 million Maximum aggregate face amount for letters of credit
Letters of credit outstanding $39.4 million Drawn under New Credit Facility as of May 1, 2026
Accordion capacity $500.0 million Potential additional term loans or revolving commitments
Interest margin – base rate 0.000%–0.375% per annum Margin over alternate base rate, rating-based grid
Interest margin – Term SOFR 0.750%–1.375% per annum Margin over Term SOFR, rating-based grid
Commitment fee range 0.080%–0.200% On unused commitments, based on senior unsecured rating
Net leverage covenant 7.00x (up to 7.50x) Max consolidated total net debt / consolidated EBITDA
New Credit Facility financial
"entered into a credit agreement ("New Credit Facility") with the lenders"
Term SOFR financial
"a term secured overnight financing rate (Term SOFR) for the interest period"
Term SOFR is a benchmark interest rate that reflects the cost of borrowing money over a specific period, based on actual transactions in the financial markets. It is used by lenders and borrowers to set the interest rates on loans and financial contracts, helping to ensure rates are fair and transparent. For investors, understanding term SOFR helps gauge borrowing costs and the overall direction of interest rates in the economy.
commitment fee financial
"required to pay a commitment fee in respect of the unutilized commitments"
A commitment fee is a charge a lender applies to a borrower for keeping a loan or line of credit available, even before any money is drawn. Think of it as a reservation fee for borrowing power; the borrower pays to ensure funds will be there when needed. Investors care because it adds to a company’s borrowing cost, affects cash flow and liquidity, and can signal lenders’ willingness to extend credit.
consolidated EBITDA financial
"ratio of consolidated total net debt to consolidated EBITDA of 7.00 to 1.00"
Consolidated EBITDA is a measure of a parent company’s total operating earnings across all its subsidiaries, calculated before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (non‑cash charges). It shows the group’s raw cash‑generation and operating performance independent of financing and accounting choices, so investors use it like comparing the horsepower of an entire fleet rather than individual cars to judge core profitability and to compare firms on a more even footing.
events of default financial
"The New Credit Facility contains customary events of default, including payment defaults"
Events of default are specific breaches or failures listed in a loan, bond, or credit agreement that give lenders the right to act, such as demanding immediate repayment, raising interest rates, or taking secured assets. They matter to investors because triggering one is like setting off a financial alarm: it raises the chance of foreclosure, restructuring, or bankruptcy and can sharply reduce the value of a company’s stock or bonds and increase borrowing costs.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 1, 2026
Crown Castle Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
     
Delaware 001-16441 76-0470458
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)		 (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)

8020 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024-1908
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (713) 570-3000
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par valueCCINew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).
Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐


ITEM 1.01—ENTRY INTO A MATERIAL DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT
On May 1, 2026, Crown Castle Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Company"), entered into a credit agreement ("New Credit Facility") with the lenders and issuing banks from time to time party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A., as administrative agent.
The New Credit Facility provides for an unsecured revolving credit facility having aggregate commitments of $4.5 billion and replaces the Existing Credit Agreement (as defined below). The New Credit Facility includes a subfacility for the issuance of letters of credit in an aggregate face amount of up to $100.0 million. As of May 1, 2026, approximately $39.4 million of the New Credit Facility was drawn in the form of letters of credit.
The New Credit Facility provides that the Company has the right to seek commitments to provide additional term loan facilities or additional revolving credit commitments in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed an additional $500.0 million. The lenders under the New Credit Facility are not under any obligation to provide any such additional term loan facilities or revolving credit commitments.
The proceeds of borrowings under the New Credit Facility may be used for general corporate purposes (including repayment or prepayment of debt and acquisitions and other investments). Letters of credit issued under the New Credit Facility may be used for general corporate purposes.
Borrowings under the New Credit Facility will bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at the Company's option, either (a) an alternate base rate determined in accordance with the terms of the New Credit Facility or (b) a term secured overnight financing rate (Term SOFR) for the interest period relevant to such borrowing, in each case plus an applicable margin. The applicable margin for borrowings will be determined by reference to a grid based on the Company's senior unsecured debt rating, and such applicable margin will range from 0.000% to 0.375% per annum with respect to base rate borrowings and 0.750% to 1.375% per annum with respect to Term SOFR borrowings.
In addition to paying interest on outstanding principal under the New Credit Facility, the Company will be required to pay a commitment fee in respect of the unutilized commitments thereunder, payable quarterly in arrears. Commitment fees will be determined by reference to a grid based on the Company's senior unsecured debt rating, and such commitment fees will range from 0.080% to 0.200%.
The Company will be permitted to voluntarily reduce the unutilized portion of the commitment amount and repay outstanding loans under the New Credit Facility at any time without premium or penalty, other than customary “breakage” costs with respect to Term SOFR loans.
The New Credit Facility will mature on May 1, 2031, and is not subject to amortization or mandatory scheduled commitment reductions.
The New Credit Facility requires the Company to maintain compliance with a maximum ratio of consolidated total net debt to consolidated EBITDA of 7.00 to 1.00 (which may be adjusted to 7.50 to 1.00 for the three fiscal quarters following certain qualified acquisitions) and a maximum ratio of consolidated senior secured debt to consolidated EBITDA of 3.50 to 1.00, and places certain restrictions on the ability of the Company and its restricted subsidiaries to, among other things, incur debt and liens; merge, consolidate or liquidate; dispose of assets; enter into hedging arrangements; pay dividends and make other restricted payments; undertake transactions with affiliates; enter into restrictive agreements on dividends and other distributions; change fiscal periods; and designate unrestricted subsidiaries.
The New Credit Facility contains customary events of default, including payment defaults, breaches of representations and warranties, covenant defaults, cross-defaults to other material indebtedness, certain events of bankruptcy and insolvency, material judgments, certain ERISA events, invalidity of loan documents and certain changes in control.
The above summary of the New Credit Facility is qualified in its entirety by reference to the complete terms and provisions of the New Credit Facility filed herewith as Exhibit 10.1.
ITEM 1.02—TERMINATION OF A MATERIAL DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT
On May 1, 2026, in connection with the effectiveness of the New Credit Facility, the Company terminated the commitments under the Credit Agreement dated as of January 21, 2016 (as amended, "Existing Credit Agreement"), among the Company, the lenders and issuing banks from time to time party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent. The Company used a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the Company's fiber solutions business and small cells business pursuant to the Stock Purchase Agreement dated as of March 13, 2025 (as amended), by and among Crown Castle Operating Company, CCS&E LLC, Crown Castle Investment II Corp., Fiber Finco, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and a


wholly owned subsidiary of Zayo Group Holdings, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Zayo"), Small Cells Holdco Inc., a Delaware corporation and an affiliate of EQT Active Core Infrastructure fund and, solely for the purposes of certain sections thereof, the Company and Zayo, to repay all outstanding loans under the Existing Credit Agreement on May 1, 2026.
ITEM 2.03—CREATION OF A DIRECT FINANCIAL OBLIGATION OR AN OBLIGATION UNDER AN OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENT OF A REGISTRANT
The information in Item 1.01 is incorporated herein by reference.
ITEM 9.01—FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
(d) Exhibits
Exhibit Index
Exhibit No.Description
10.1
Credit Agreement dated as of May 1, 2026, among Crown Castle Inc., the lenders and issuing banks party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
CROWN CASTLE INC. 
By:/s/ Edward B. Adams, Jr.
Name:Edward B. Adams, Jr.
Title:Executive Vice President
and General Counsel
Date: May 1, 2026


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FAQ

What new credit facility did Crown Castle (CCI) put in place?

Crown Castle entered a new unsecured revolving credit facility totaling $4.5 billion. It replaces the company’s prior credit agreement and can be used for general corporate purposes, including debt repayment, acquisitions, and other investments.

When does Crown Castle’s new $4.5 billion credit facility mature?

The new revolving credit facility for $4.5 billion matures on May 1, 2031. It is not subject to amortization or mandatory scheduled commitment reductions during its term, providing a long-dated liquidity backstop.

What are the key financial covenants in Crown Castle’s new facility?

Key covenants include a maximum consolidated total net debt to consolidated EBITDA ratio of 7.00x (up to 7.50x after certain acquisitions) and a maximum consolidated senior secured debt to consolidated EBITDA ratio of 3.50x.

How much letter of credit capacity does Crown Castle have under the new facility?

The new credit facility includes a letter of credit subfacility of up to $100.0 million. As of May 1, 2026, about $39.4 million of this capacity was used in the form of letters of credit.

Did Crown Castle terminate its previous credit agreement?

Yes. On May 1, 2026, Crown Castle terminated commitments under its 2016 existing credit agreement. It repaid all outstanding loans under that agreement using proceeds from the sale of its fiber solutions and small cells businesses.

Can Crown Castle increase its borrowing capacity under the new facility?

The company may request up to an additional $500.0 million in term loan facilities or revolving commitments. However, lenders under the new credit facility are not obligated to provide these additional commitments.

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