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Kemper cuts credit facility, trims fees

Kemper Corporation reduced the size of its revolving credit facility, signaling confidence in its current liquidity and a focus on lowering costs.

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Kemper Corporation reduced the size of its revolving credit facility, signaling confidence in its current liquidity and a focus on lowering costs. On April 28, 2026, the company notified JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., the administrative agent under its Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, that it would cut total borrowing capacity from $600 million to $350 million, effective May 4, 2026.

Kemper states that, even after this reduction, its available sources of liquidity remain sufficient for its present corporate purposes. The smaller facility will lower the annual fees the company pays under the credit agreement and aligns with its ongoing initiative to reduce corporate expenses.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Previous borrowing capacity $600 million Total borrowing capacity under Credit Agreement before reduction
New borrowing capacity $350 million Total borrowing capacity under Credit Agreement effective May 4, 2026
Notice date April 28, 2026 Date Kemper delivered notice of credit capacity reduction
Effective date May 4, 2026 Date reduced borrowing capacity becomes effective
Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement financial
"administrative agent under the Company’s Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated March 15, 2022"
borrowing capacity financial
"reduced the total borrowing capacity available under the Credit Agreement from $600 million to $350 million"
liquidity financial
"Kemper considers its available sources of liquidity to be sufficient for its present corporate purposes"
Liquidity is how easily and quickly an asset or investment can be converted into cash without losing value. It matters to investors because higher liquidity means they can access their money quickly if needed, while lower liquidity can make it harder to sell assets promptly or at a fair price, potentially creating financial challenges. Think of it like trying to sell a common item versus a rare collectible—it's much easier to sell the common item fast.
annual fees financial
"This action will result in a reduction in annual fees to Kemper under the Credit Agreement"

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What did Kemper Corporation (KMPB) change in its credit agreement?
Kemper Corporation reduced total borrowing capacity under its Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement from $600 million to $350 million, effective May 4, 2026. This smaller committed facility is intended to better match its current needs while lowering related annual fees.

Why did Kemper Corporation (KMPB) reduce its borrowing capacity?
Kemper reduced its borrowing capacity as part of an ongoing initiative to reduce corporate expenses. By committing to a smaller credit facility, the company expects a reduction in annual fees under the agreement while still maintaining liquidity it views as adequate for current purposes.

How does the reduced credit line affect Kemper Corporation’s liquidity?
Kemper states that, after cutting borrowing capacity to $350 million, its available sources of liquidity remain sufficient for its present corporate purposes. This indicates the company believes it can operate and fund needs without relying on the previously higher credit limit.

When does Kemper Corporation’s new borrowing capacity take effect?
The revised borrowing capacity under Kemper’s Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement becomes effective on May 4, 2026. Notice of the change was delivered to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. on April 28, 2026, prior to the effective date.

Who administers Kemper Corporation’s credit agreement after this change?
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. continues to serve as administrative agent under Kemper’s Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement. The recent change affects total borrowing capacity and related fees, but not the role of the administrative agent identified in the agreement.

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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 4, 2026 
Kemper Corporation
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
Commission File Number: 001-18298
 
DE 95-4255452
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)		 (IRS Employer
Identification No.)
200 E. Randolph Street, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL 60601
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)
312-661-4600
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
 
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 (see General Instruction A.2.below):
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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, par value $0.10 per shareKMPRNYSE
5.875% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Debentures due 2062KMPBNYSE

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


Section 8 – Other Events
Item 8.01.
Other Events.
On April 28, 2026, Kemper Corporation (“Kemper”) delivered notice to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., in its capacity as administrative agent under the Company’s Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated March 15, 2022 (the “Credit Agreement”), pursuant to which Kemper reduced the total borrowing capacity available under the Credit Agreement from $600 million to $350 million effective May 4, 2026.  Following this reduction in borrowing capacity, Kemper considers its available sources of liquidity to be sufficient for its present corporate purposes. This action will result in a reduction in annual fees to Kemper under the Credit Agreement, which is consistent with Kemper’s on-going initiative to reduce corporate expenses.

Section 9 – Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01.
Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits

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Exhibit Description
104
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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.
 
  Kemper Corporation
Date:May 6, 2026
/s/   Baird Allis
 Baird Allis
 Assistant Secretary


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