Sabre Corporation Announces Refinancing of Term B Loans

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On March 9, 2022, Sabre Corporation (Nasdaq: SABR) announced a refinancing of $625 million in existing debt through a new term loan B facility. This move extends the maturity of around $623 million of previous loans to June 30, 2028, improving the company’s debt maturity profile without increasing overall indebtedness. The new facility is secured by a first-priority interest in the company's assets, replacing LIBOR with Term SOFR for interest calculations. This refinancing aims to enhance Sabre’s financial flexibility and operational efficiency.

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• Improved debt maturity profile extending to June 30, 2028.
• No additional indebtedness incurred beyond refinancing costs.

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• None.

SOUTHLAKE, Texas, March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (Nasdaq: SABR) today announced a refinancing of a portion of its existing indebtedness.  Sabre incurred no additional indebtedness as a result of the refinancing above the refinanced amount, other than amounts covering certain interest, fees and expenses. The refinancing has meaningfully improved Sabre's debt maturity profile.

The refinancing included the application of the proceeds of a new $625 million term loan "B" facility (the "New Facility"), borrowed by its wholly-owned subsidiary Sabre GLBL Inc. ("Sabre GLBL") under its existing senior secured credit agreement (the "Credit Agreement"), with the effect of extending the maturity of approximately $623 million of the existing Term Loan B credit facility incurred prior to March 9, 2022 under the Credit Agreement.  The New Facility matures on June 30, 2028 and offers Sabre the ability to prepay or repay the New Facility after 12 months or to prepay or repay at a 101 premium before that date.  The interest rates on the New Facility will be based on Term SOFR, replacing LIBOR, plus an applicable margin.

The New Facility is guaranteed by Sabre Holdings Corporation and each subsidiary of Sabre GLBL that guarantees the Credit Agreement. The New Facility and the guarantees thereof are secured, subject to permitted liens, by a first-priority security interest in the same collateral that secures Sabre GLBL's other senior secured indebtedness, which is substantially all present and hereafter acquired property and assets of Sabre GLBL and the guarantors (other than certain excluded assets).

BofA Securities, Inc., Citibank N.A., Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Mizuho Bank, Ltd., MUFG Bank Ltd and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC acted as joint bookrunners and BofA Securities, Inc. acted as sole lead arranger.  Bank of America, N.A. is the administrative agent and the collateral agent for the Credit Agreement.

About Sabre Corporation

Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and fulfillment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveler experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre's technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world.

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Contacts:

Media 
Kristin Hays 
kristin.hays@sabre.com 
sabrenews@sabre.com

Investors 
Kevin Crissey 
kevin.crissey@sabre.com 
sabre.investorrelations@sabre.com

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FAQ

What is the significance of Sabre's refinancing on March 9, 2022?

Sabre's refinancing significantly extends the maturity of approximately $623 million of existing loans to June 30, 2028, improving its debt maturity profile.

How much did Sabre refinance in total?

Sabre refinanced a total of $625 million through a new term loan B facility.

What interest rate method has Sabre switched to with the new facility?

Sabre's new facility interest rates are now based on Term SOFR, replacing LIBOR.

What financial flexibility does the refinancing provide?

The refinancing enhances Sabre's financial flexibility by allowing for prepayment options and improved debt management.

Which institution acted as the sole lead arranger for Sabre's refinancing?

BofA Securities, Inc. acted as the sole lead arranger for the refinancing.