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OrthoPediatrics (NASDAQ: KIDS) secures $20M delayed draw term loan

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OrthoPediatrics Corp. amended its existing term loan agreement to add a new delayed draw term loan facility of up to $20.0 million. Subject to conditions in the amendment, the company may draw this in minimum $10.0 million increments until June 30, 2027, allowing it to access capital as needed.

The facility carries interest at the SOFR Interest Rate with a 3.25% floor plus 6.50%, with an option for a 1.00% payment-in-kind component, and interest-only payments until the August 5, 2029 maturity. OrthoPediatrics will pay a 1.00% upfront fee and a 0.05% per annum delayed draw ticking fee, along with exit and prepayment fees consistent with the existing agreement.

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OrthoPediatrics adds flexible $20M debt capacity on existing terms.

OrthoPediatrics expanded its credit agreement with a delayed draw term loan facility of up to $20.0 million. Because the company is not required to draw, this primarily increases optional liquidity rather than immediately raising leverage.

The facility mirrors prior terms: SOFR with a 3.25% floor plus 6.50%, a 1.00% payment-in-kind option, and interest-only payments until August 5, 2029. Fees include a 1.00% upfront fee and a 0.05% per annum ticking fee, which modestly increases carrying cost for the undrawn commitment.

Overall, this amendment provides committed capital that can support future investments or working capital when needed, while deferring principal amortization. The actual impact on leverage and interest expense will depend on how much of the $20.0 million capacity the company eventually draws.

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 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.
Delayed draw facility size $20.0 million Aggregate principal amount of new delayed draw term loan
Minimum draw size $10.0 million Minimum increment for draws until June 30, 2027
SOFR floor 3.25% Minimum SOFR Interest Rate before adding margin
Interest margin 6.50% per annum Spread over SOFR Interest Rate
PIK interest option 1.00% per annum Payment-in-kind portion of interest rate
Upfront fee 1.00% Fee on new delayed draw term loan facility
Delayed draw ticking fee 0.05% per annum Fee on undrawn delayed draw capacity
Maturity date August 5, 2029 Interest-only period until stated maturity
delayed draw term loan facility financial
"establishing a new delayed draw term loan facility in an aggregate principal amount"
A delayed draw term loan facility is a committed loan that a borrower can tap in one or more installments at specified future times after meeting agreed conditions, rather than receiving the full amount upfront. For investors it matters because it provides a ready source of cash that can change a company’s financial strength, leverage and interest costs when drawn—similar to having a reserved credit line you can use later, which affects liquidity and the risk profile of the business.
SOFR Interest Rate financial
"interest at a rate per annum equal to the SOFR Interest Rate (with a floor of 3.25%)"
payment-in-kind interest financial
"a Company election to make a payment-in-kind interest payment equal to 1.00% per annum"
Payment-in-kind interest is interest that a borrower pays not with cash but by increasing the loan balance or issuing additional securities, like receiving more IOUs instead of money. For investors this matters because it reduces immediate cash receipts, can dilute ownership or increase a company’s debt load over time, and signals how comfortably a borrower can meet cash obligations — all factors that affect valuation and credit risk.
financial covenants financial
"interest-only until the August 5, 2029 maturity date; and certain financial covenants."
Financial covenants are rules written into loan or bond agreements that require a company to keep certain financial measures within agreed limits—examples include minimum cash, maximum debt levels, or minimum profit margins. They act like guardrails for lenders: breaking a covenant can force renegotiation, trigger penalties or default, and quickly affect a company’s available cash and stock value, so investors watch them as early warning signs of financial stress.
ticking fee financial
"the Company is also obligated to pay a 1.00% upfront fee, a 0.05% per annum delayed draw ticking fee"
A ticking fee is a charge that accrues over time when one party has committed to a deal but the transaction has not yet closed; it compensates the other side for the cost and risk of the delay. For investors, it matters because it raises the effective cost of a transaction and signals how long completion may take—like paying a small ongoing rent while waiting for a house sale to finish, which can affect returns and deal judgment.
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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): March 31, 2026

 

OrthoPediatrics Corp.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

 

001-38242 26-1761833
(Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)

 

2850 Frontier Drive

Warsaw, Indiana

46582
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (574) 268-6379

 

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

 

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading
Symbol(s)
  Name of each exchange
on which registered
Common Stock, $0.00025 par value per share   KIDS   Nasdaq Global Market

 

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:

 

¨ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 under the Exchange Act (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 1.01ENTRY INTO OR AMENDMENT OF A MATERIAL DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT.

 

On March 31, 2026, OrthoPediatrics Corp. (the “Company”) and its wholly owned domestic subsidiaries, as borrowers (collectively, the “Credit Parties”), entered into a First Amendment (the “Amendment”) to that certain Credit Agreement and Guaranty (the “Term Loan Agreement”) dated August 5, 2024, by and among the Credit Parties, any additional borrowers from time to time party thereto, any guarantors from time to time party thereto, one or more funds managed by Braidwell LP, as lenders, the other lenders from time to time party thereto, and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as agent. The Amendment provides the Company with incremental committed financing capacity by establishing a new delayed draw term loan facility in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $20.0 million, which, subject to certain conditions set forth in the Amendment, may be drawn until June 30, 2027, in minimum $10.0 million increments. The delayed draw structure allows the Company to access capital only as needed, supporting disciplined liquidity management and capital deployment. The facility features similar terms to those previously contained in the Term Loan Agreement, including: interest at a rate per annum equal to the SOFR Interest Rate (with a floor of 3.25%) plus 6.50%; a Company election to make a payment-in-kind interest payment equal to 1.00% per annum of the interest rate; interest-only until the August 5, 2029 maturity date; and certain financial covenants. The Company believes these terms provide an efficient and flexible source of capital while preserving near-term cash flow and is not required to draw on the delayed draw facility in connection with the Amendment. The Company is also obligated to pay a 1.00% upfront fee, a 0.05% per annum delayed draw ticking fee, and certain exit fees and prepayment fees generally consistent with those contained in the Term Loan Agreement.

 

The above description of the Amendment is a summary and is not complete. A copy of the Amendment is filed as Exhibit 10.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, and the above summary is qualified in its entirety by reference to the terms of the Amendment, which is incorporated herein by reference.

 

ITEM 2.03Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant.

 

The disclosure set forth in Item 1.01 above is incorporated by reference into this Item 2.03.

 

ITEM 9.01FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.

 

(d)        Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.  Description of Exhibit
    
10.1+  First Amendment to Credit Agreement and Guaranty, dated as of March 31, 2026, by and among OrthoPediatrics Corp. and its wholly owned domestic subsidiaries, as borrowers, the guarantors from time to time party thereto, the lenders from time to time party thereto, and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as agent
    
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+ Certain exhibits and disclosure schedules to the First Amendment to Credit Agreement and Guaranty have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(a)(5) of Regulation S-K. The Company agrees to furnish a copy of the exhibits and disclosure schedules to the First Amendment to Credit Agreement and Guaranty to the Securities and Exchange Commission upon request.

 

* * * * * *

 

 

SIGNATURE

 

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.

 

Date: April 1, 2026

 

  OrthoPediatrics Corp.
   
  By: /s/ Daniel J. Gerritzen
    Daniel J. Gerritzen,
    General Counsel and Secretary

 

 

FAQ

What financing change did OrthoPediatrics (KIDS) announce in this 8-K?

OrthoPediatrics added a new delayed draw term loan facility of up to $20.0 million to its existing credit agreement. This gives the company committed debt capacity it can access later, rather than taking all the funds immediately.

How much can OrthoPediatrics draw under the new delayed draw term loan?

The company may draw up to $20.0 million in aggregate under the delayed draw term loan. Draws must be made in minimum $10.0 million increments and are allowed until June 30, 2027, subject to conditions in the amendment.

What interest rate applies to OrthoPediatrics’ new delayed draw facility?

The facility bears interest at the SOFR Interest Rate with a 3.25% floor plus 6.50% per annum. OrthoPediatrics may also elect a 1.00% per annum payment-in-kind interest component under the terms of the amended agreement.

When does the new OrthoPediatrics delayed draw term loan mature?

The delayed draw term loan features interest-only payments until its maturity on August 5, 2029. This structure defers principal repayment and can help the company preserve near-term cash flow while still maintaining access to committed financing.

What fees will OrthoPediatrics pay on the new delayed draw loan capacity?

OrthoPediatrics will pay a 1.00% upfront fee on the facility and a 0.05% per annum delayed draw ticking fee. It is also obligated to pay certain exit and prepayment fees that are generally consistent with its existing term loan agreement.

Is OrthoPediatrics required to borrow under the new delayed draw facility?

No, OrthoPediatrics is not required to draw on the delayed draw facility in connection with the amendment. The structure simply provides committed capacity, allowing the company to access additional capital only if and when it determines it is needed.

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