AvalonBay Communities (AVB, Financial), a prominent player in the real estate sector, has announced significant financial maneuvers aimed at bolstering its liquidity and operational flexibility. On April 3, 2025, the company entered into a $2.5 billion Seventh Amended and Restated Revolving Loan Agreement with a consortium of banks led by Bank of America, N.A., JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. This new revolving credit facility, which matures on April 3, 2030, replaces the previous $2.25 billion facility set to mature in 2026.
The revolving credit facility allows AvalonBay to increase its borrowing capacity by an additional $500 million, contingent upon voluntary commitments from participating banks. The interest rates on this facility are tied to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) and the company's credit ratings, with a current spread of 0.725% over SOFR.
In tandem with the revolving credit facility, AvalonBay has also secured a $450 million Term Loan Agreement with Truist Bank, TD Bank, N.A., and Mizuho Bank, Ltd. This term loan, maturing on April 3, 2029, offers the company the flexibility to increase the facility by up to $100 million. The term loan bears interest based on SOFR, with a current spread of 0.80% over SOFR. AvalonBay has implemented interest rate swaps to fix the effective interest rate at 4.47% for the duration of the loan.
Additionally, AvalonBay has expanded its Commercial Paper Program, doubling the issuance capacity from $500 million to $1 billion. This program is supported by the company's revolving credit facility, ensuring ample borrowing capacity to backstop commercial paper issuances. The commercial paper notes, which are not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, are sold under customary market terms and have maturities not exceeding 364 days.
These strategic financial arrangements underscore AvalonBay's commitment to maintaining robust liquidity and financial flexibility, positioning the company to capitalize on growth opportunities and navigate market dynamics effectively.
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