EnerSys Closes Trade Receivable Securitization Facility to Support Financial Flexibility

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EnerSys (NYSE: ENS) has successfully closed a $150 million trade receivable securitization facility with Wells Fargo, aimed at enhancing its balance sheet and providing annual interest savings of around $1.4 million. The facility, which has a three-year term, is expected to reduce interest expenses and lower leverage under its Credit Agreement. CFO Andrea J. Funk highlighted that this move will improve cash flow over time. This transaction marks a significant step in EnerSys' strategy to optimize financial performance amidst ongoing economic conditions.

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• Secured a $150 million trade receivable securitization facility.
• Expected annual interest savings of approximately $1.4 million.
• Enhances balance sheet and reduces interest expense.
• Improves cash flow over time.

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• None.

READING, Pa., Dec. 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EnerSys (NYSE: ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, today announced that it has closed a trade receivable securitization facility of $150 million with Wells Fargo, N.A. The Company expects to utilize $150 million of the facility, with this asset monetization providing annual interest savings of approximately $1.4 million. The facility has a term of three years.

“We are pleased to announce the completion of a sizable asset securitization with Wells Fargo. This transaction will enhance our strong balance sheet, reduce interest expense, lower leverage under our Credit Agreement, and improve cash flow over time,” said Andrea J. Funk, Chief Financial Officer.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any loans or securities.

About EnerSys:

EnerSys, the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, manufactures and distributes energy systems solutions and motive power batteries, specialty batteries, battery chargers, power equipment, battery accessories and outdoor equipment enclosure solutions to customers worldwide. Energy Systems, which combine enclosures, power conversion, power distribution and energy storage, are used in the telecommunication, broadband and utility industries, uninterruptible power supplies, and numerous applications requiring stored energy solutions. Motive power batteries and chargers are utilized in electric forklift trucks and other industrial electric powered vehicles. Specialty batteries are used in aerospace and defense applications, large over-the-road trucks, premium automotive, medical and security systems applications. EnerSys also provides aftermarket and customer support services to its customers in over 100 countries through its sales and manufacturing locations around the world. With the NorthStar acquisition, EnerSys has solidified its position as the market leader for premium Thin Plate Pure Lead batteries which are sold across all three lines of business. More information regarding EnerSys can be found at www.enersys.com.

Sustainability

Sustainability at EnerSys is about more than just the benefits and impacts of our products. Our commitment to sustainability encompasses many important environmental, social and governance issues. Sustainability is a fundamental part of how we manage our own operations. Minimizing our environmental footprint is a priority. Sustainability is our commitment to our employees, our customers and the communities we serve. Our products facilitate positive environmental, social and economic impacts around the world. To learn more visit: https://www.enersys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release, and oral statements made regarding the subjects of this release, contains forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, or the Reform Act, which may include, but are not limited to, statements regarding EnerSys’ earnings estimates, intention to pay quarterly cash dividends, return capital to stockholders, plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements identified by words such as “believe,” “plan,” “seek,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “will,” and similar expressions. All statements addressing operating performance, events, or developments that EnerSys expects or anticipates will occur in the future, including statements relating to sales growth, earnings or earnings per share growth, order intake, backlog, payment of future cash dividends, commodity prices, execution of its stock buy back program, judicial or regulatory proceedings, and market share, as well as statements expressing optimism or pessimism about future operating results or benefits from its cash dividend, its stock buy back programs, future responses to and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, adverse developments with respect to the economic conditions in the U.S. in the markets in which we operate and other uncertainties, including the impact of supply chain disruptions, interest rate changes, inflationary pressures, geopolitical and other developments and labor shortages on the economic recovery and our business are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Reform Act. The forward-looking statements are based on management's current views and assumptions regarding future events and operating performance, and are inherently subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies and changes in circumstances, many of which are beyond the Company’s control.

The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, even if subsequently made available by EnerSys on its website or otherwise. EnerSys does not undertake any obligation to update or revise these statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.

Although EnerSys does not make forward-looking statements unless it believes it has a reasonable basis for doing so, EnerSys cannot guarantee their accuracy. The foregoing factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements. For a list of other factors which could affect EnerSys’ results, including earnings estimates, see EnerSys’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including “Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” and “Forward-Looking Statements,” set forth in EnerSys’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022. No undue reliance should be placed on any forward-looking statements.

CONTACT

Lisa Hartman
Investor Relations and Financial Media
EnerSys
610-236-4040
E-mail: investorrelations@enersys.com

FAQ

What is the significance of the $150 million securitization facility for EnerSys (ENS)?

The $150 million securitization facility enhances EnerSys' balance sheet, providing interest savings and improving cash flow.

How much interest savings does EnerSys expect from the new facility?

EnerSys anticipates annual interest savings of approximately $1.4 million from the securitization facility.

What is the term of the trade receivable securitization facility announced by EnerSys (ENS)?

The trade receivable securitization facility has a term of three years.

Who was involved in the securitization facility deal for EnerSys (ENS)?

The deal was closed with Wells Fargo, N.A.