On June 4, 2025, Cencora, Inc. (NYSE: COR) announced a material amendment and restatement of its revolving credit facility, significantly increasing its aggregate commitment to $4.5 billion and extending its maturity to June 4, 2030. This strategic financial move enhances Cencora’s liquidity and capital flexibility, supporting its long-term corporate objectives and operational stability.
The amended credit facility carries interest rates ranging from 69.5 to 110 basis points above benchmark rates like Term SOFR and others, tied closely to the company’s credit ratings from S&P, Moody’s, and Fitch. The company also agreed to facility fees from 5.5 to 15 basis points annually. These terms demonstrate a favorable financing environment reflecting the company’s strong debt profile and creditworthiness.
This amendment effectively replaces the prior \(1 billion 364-Day revolving credit facility, which ended concurrent with the new agreement, streamlining Cencora’s debt structure. The credit agreement binds the company to a financial leverage covenant capped at 4.00 to 1.00, adjustable up to 4.50 to 1.00 upon executing material acquisitions exceeding \)500 million. This covenant structure signals disciplined leverage management while maintaining appetite for growth through acquisitions.
Financial data from Q1 2025 indicates operating income of \(126.6 million on total revenue of \)79.05 billion for an operating margin of approximately 0.16%. The high total debt to capitalization ratio of 88.49%, along with a long-term debt capitalization of 78.21%, reveals significant leverage, yet the operating cash flow to net income ratio of nearly 296% highlights strong cash generation and operational efficiency.
The generous operating cash flows reassure stakeholders about Cencora’s capacity to meet interest and principal obligations, while the facility allows prepayments at any time without penalty, indicating financial flexibility. Furthermore, availability of $100 million in letters of credit adds to the company’s liquidity management options.
These financial developments are consistent with management commentary from previous earnings calls emphasizing the company’s focus on optimizing its capital structure, enhancing liquidity, and supporting growth in a stable and risk-managed manner. The revolving credit facility amendment reinforces these themes by providing a more robust platform to finance ongoing operations and potential strategic acquisitions.
Cencora’s enhanced credit facility and prudent leverage covenant position the company well for sustained operational execution and strategic expansion. Market participants and investors should closely watch upcoming quarterly performance metrics, especially profitability improvements and leverage ratios, to assess the company’s evolving financial health and strategic trajectory.
For full details, please see the official SEC filing: https://sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1140859/000110465925057300/tm2517098d1_8k.htm
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