Weber-Stephen Products has completed its $1.25 billion term loan B due 2027 at pricing of L+325 with a 0.75% Libor floor and an original issue discount of 99.5 via a BofA Securities-led arranger group, according to sources. The TLB was upsized by $50 million, and pricing came tight to talk. It broke for trading in a 99.625/100 market. Proceeds will be used to refinance existing debt, to enhance general liquidity by adding approximately $200 million of excess cash to the balance sheet to support ongoing working capital needs and to raise $350 million in excess funds either to consummate identified potential strategic acquisitions or, if not utilized within six months of closing, to pay a distribution to shareholders. Financing also includes a $300 million revolver due 2025 with a springing net first-lien leverage covenant. Weber-Stephen Products, backed by BDT Capital Partners, is a maker of outdoor grills and accessories. Terms:
Borrower | Weber-Stephen Products LLC |
Issue | $1.25 billion term loan B |
UoP | Refinancing, M&A |
Spread | L+325 |
LIBOR floor | 0.75% |
Price | 99.5 |
Tenor | 7-year |
YTM | 4.15% |
Four-year yield | 4.20% |
Call protection | 101 soft call for 6 months |
Corporate ratings | B/B1 |
Facility ratings | B/B1 |
Recovery ratings | 3 |
Financial covenants | None |
Arrangers | BofA/BMO/Citi/JPM/MS/UBS/WF |
Admin agent | BofA |
Px Talk | L+325-350/0.75%/99 |
Sponsor | BDT Capital Partners |
Notes | Upsized by $50 million |