Accel Entertainment Announces Closing of $900 Million Senior Secured Credit Facility

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Accel Entertainment (NYSE: ACEL) announced an amendment to its senior secured credit facility, increasing its borrowing capacity from $438 million to $900 million with a five-year term. This new Amended Credit Facility includes a $150 million Revolving Credit Facility, a $350 million Term Loan A, and a $400 million Delayed Draw Term Loan. CEO Andy Rubenstein highlighted the improved financial flexibility and liquidity to support strategic growth aligned with their asset-light business model.

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• Borrowing capacity increased from $438 million to $900 million.
• New five-year term improves financial flexibility.
• Includes a $150 million Revolving Credit Facility.

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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) (“Accel”), a leading distributed gaming operator in the U.S., today announced that it has amended its existing senior secured credit facility (“Amended Credit Facility”) to increase its borrowing capacity from $438 million to $900 million with a new five year term. The Amended Credit Facility consists of a $150 million Revolving Credit Facility, a $350 million Term Loan A and a $400 million Delayed Draw Term Loan. The interest rate and covenants remain unchanged.

Accel Entertainment CEO Andy Rubenstein commented, “We are pleased to announce the successful completion of this amended credit facility and thank our existing and new high-caliber banking partners for their ongoing support and confidence in our future performance. The amended credit facility provides us with greater financial flexibility and liquidity as we execute against our strategic priorities and continue to explore growth opportunities that align with our asset-light and hyper-local business model.”

The Credit Facility is made up of a syndicated group of banks. Capital One, N.A., CIBC Bank USA, Fifth Third Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. were Joint Lead Arrangers and Book Runners for the Credit Facility. Capital One, N.A. also acted as the Administrative Agent and U.S. Bank, N.A. served as Co-Documentation Agent.

About Accel

Accel is a leading distributed gaming operator in the United States on an Adjusted EBITDA basis, and a preferred partner for local business owners in the Illinois market. Accel’s business consists of the installation, maintenance and operation of VGTs, redemption devices that disburse winnings and contain ATM functionality, and other amusement devices in authorized non-casino locations such as restaurants, bars, taverns, convenience stores, liquor stores, truck stops, and grocery stores.

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FAQ

What is the new borrowing capacity for Accel Entertainment (ACEL)?

Accel Entertainment's new borrowing capacity is $900 million.

What components are included in Accel Entertainment's Amended Credit Facility?

The Amended Credit Facility includes a $150 million Revolving Credit Facility, a $350 million Term Loan A, and a $400 million Delayed Draw Term Loan.

How does the Amended Credit Facility affect Accel Entertainment's financial flexibility?

The Amended Credit Facility enhances Accel Entertainment's financial flexibility and liquidity for strategic growth.

Who are the banks involved in Accel Entertainment's Amended Credit Facility?

The banks involved are Capital One, CIBC Bank USA, Fifth Third Bank, and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank.

What did Accel Entertainment's CEO say about the Amended Credit Facility?

CEO Andy Rubenstein stated it provides greater financial flexibility and supports execution against strategic priorities.