Caesars Entertainment, Inc. Announces the Closing of New $3 Billion Credit Facilities due 2028

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Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) has successfully closed new senior secured credit facilities amounting to $3 billion. This includes a $750 million term loan and a $2.25 billion revolving credit facility. The funds from the term loan are being used to prepay $750 million of existing term loans, due in December 2024. The interest rate on these facilities is based on the secured overnight financing rate plus 10 basis points and an applicable margin of 225 basis points. This refinancing aims to reduce interest expense and extend debt maturities.

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• Closing of new $3 billion senior secured credit facilities.
• Interest rate reduction, leading to decreased interest expenses.
• Extended debt maturities improving financial stability.

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LAS VEGAS and RENO, Nev., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) ("Caesars") today announced the closing of new $3 billion senior secured credit facilities consisting of a new $750 million senior secured term loan (the "Term A Loan") and a new $2.25 billion senior secured revolving credit facility (the "Revolving Credit Facility" and, together with the Term A Loan, the "Senior Credit Facilities") resulting from an increase and extension to Caesars' existing revolving credit facility. Concurrently with the closing of the Senior Credit Facilities, Caesars retired Caesars Resort Collection, LLC's ("CRC") existing revolving credit facility and used the proceeds of the Term A Loan to prepay $750 million of CRC's existing term B loans due December 2024.

The interest rate under the Senior Credit Facilities is the forward-looking term rate based on the secured overnight financing rate (Term SOFR) plus an adjustment of 10 basis points plus an applicable margin of 225 basis points, which applicable margin is subject to three 25 basis point step-downs based on the achievement of certain net total leverage ratios.

Bret Yunker, Chief Financial Officer of Caesars Entertainment, Inc. commented, "We are excited to complete this new financing and greatly appreciate the support of our 16 domestic and international banking partners. This refinancing transaction will reduce interest expense while also extending debt maturities."

Latham & Watkins, LLP served as legal counsel for Caesars and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. will continue to serve as administrative agent.  

About Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) is the largest casino-entertainment company in the US and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, NV, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.'s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. For more information, please visit. www.caesars.com/corporate.

Forward-Looking Statements
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FAQ

What are the details of Caesars Entertainment's new credit facilities?

Caesars Entertainment closed new senior secured credit facilities totaling $3 billion, including a $750 million term loan and a $2.25 billion revolving credit facility.

How will the new credit facilities affect Caesars Entertainment's financials?

The new facilities aim to reduce interest expenses and extend debt maturities, enhancing financial stability.

What is the interest rate on Caesars Entertainment's new credit facilities?

The interest rate is based on the secured overnight financing rate plus 10 basis points and an applicable margin of 225 basis points.

What was the purpose of the term loan from the new credit facilities?

The term loan proceeds were used to prepay $750 million of existing term B loans due in December 2024.