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Sunoco LP (NYSE:SUN), a $7.18 billion market cap energy company, reported Monday that it has amended its existing credit agreement and provided updates related to its pending acquisition of Parkland Corporation. According to InvestingPro analysis, the company maintains a FAIR financial health score, suggesting stable operational performance despite significant debt levels. The information was disclosed in a press release statement and detailed in a recent SEC filing.
On June 17, Sunoco LP entered into Amendment No. 2 to its Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with Bank of America, N.A. and other lenders. The amendment extends the maturity date of the revolving credit facility from May 3, 2029, to June 17, 2030. The aggregate principal amount of the revolving loan commitments will increase from $1.5 billion to approximately $2.46 billion, contingent on the closing of the Parkland acquisition. This expansion comes as the company manages a total debt of $8.2 billion and maintains a current ratio of 1.55, indicating adequate liquidity to meet short-term obligations.
The amendment also increases the uncommitted accordion feature by about $500 million, allowing for additional revolving loan commitments or term loans, subject to the Parkland acquisition closing. The swingline sublimit will increase from $100 million to $500 million after the acquisition closes, split equally between Canadian Dollar and U.S. Dollar borrowings. Sunoco will also have the ability to borrow revolving loans in Canadian Dollars at rates tied to Term CORRA, as defined in the agreement.
In connection with the Parkland acquisition, Sunoco LP and its subsidiaries have reimbursed or will reimburse Parkland for any consent fees and reasonable out-of-pocket costs related to a recent consent solicitation. This solicitation, announced by Parkland on May 27, sought amendments to the indentures governing several series of Parkland’s outstanding senior notes. On June 10, Parkland announced it received the required consents, and on June 20, executed supplemental indentures to eliminate the obligation to make a Change of Control Offer as a result of the acquisition and to define Sunoco and its affiliates as “Qualified Owners” of Parkland.
With the execution of these supplemental indentures, $3.4 billion of previously disclosed debt financing commitments from Barclays (LON:BARC) Bank PLC, Royal Bank of Canada, and other parties were terminated according to their terms. For investors seeking deeper insights into Sunoco’s debt management and acquisition strategy, InvestingPro offers comprehensive financial analysis and exclusive ProTips, along with detailed debt metrics and peer comparisons in our Pro Research Report.
All information is based on a press release statement and the company’s recent SEC filing.
In other recent news, Sunoco LP has announced an amendment to its arrangement with Parkland Corporation, adjusting the funding mechanics and proration formula for their strategic transaction. This move is part of Sunoco’s broader strategy, which includes the recent acquisition of NuStar Energy L.P. (NYSE:NS) and the sale of 204 convenience stores to 7-Eleven, Inc. Parkland Corporation has filed its Management Information Circular for an upcoming meeting to discuss this transaction, which offers a 25% premium to Parkland shareholders. The combined entity is expected to achieve US$250 million in annual synergies by the third year post-closing.
In financial maneuvering related to these acquisitions, Sunoco LP has expanded its credit facilities, increasing the letter of credit sublimit to $250 million, and adjusting its debt financing commitments. Analyst firms have also weighed in on Sunoco’s activities; Jefferies maintained a Hold rating on Sunoco while reducing the price target to $6.00, citing legislative discussions that could impact operations. Conversely, Stifel raised Sunoco’s price target to $66, maintaining a Buy rating, following the company’s first-quarter results and the strategic significance of its European TanQuid acquisition. These developments highlight Sunoco’s ongoing efforts to optimize its financial and operational strategies in a dynamic market environment.
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