WOKING, England, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nomad Foods Limited ("Nomad Foods" or the "Company") today announced that it has repriced its existing USD denominated Term Loan B of USD 693 million principal (the "Term Loan"). The closing of the repricing of the Term Loan is expected to occur on or before May 7, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions. Following the closing, the margin on the Term Loan will be reduced by 50 basis points to SOFR + 250 basis points, which is expected to result in approximately USD 3.5 million of annual cash savings. There are no changes to the maturity of the Term Loan as a result of this repricing.

Samy Zekhout, Nomad Foods' Chief Financial Officer, stated "The successful execution of this attractive transaction underscores our lenders' increasing confidence in our strong operating performance and attractive outlook as we continue to execute our growth strategy. The cash interest savings from the repricing will further enhance our financial flexibility and support our continued growth initiatives."

"We are pleased with the results of the repricing, building upon the successful repricing of our EUR denominated Term Loan in February," said Noam Gottesman, Nomad Foods' Co-Chairman and Founder. "This latest transaction underscores our financial strength and our proactive financial management as we are well-positioned to pursue our strategic objectives and deliver attractive financial returns."

About Nomad Foods

Nomad Foods (NYSE: NOMD) is Europe's leading frozen food company. The Company's portfolio of iconic brands, which includes Birds Eye, Findus, iglo, Ledo and Frikom, have been a part of consumers' meals for generations, standing for great tasting food that is convenient, high quality and nutritious. Nomad Foods is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Additional information may be found at www.nomadfoods.com.

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This press release constitutes a public disclosure of inside information by Nomad Foods Limited under Regulation (EU) 596/2014 (16 April 2014) and Implementing Regulation (EU) No 2016/1055 (10 June 2016). The person responsible for making this release on behalf of Nomad Foods Limited is Samy Zekhout, Chief Financial Officer.

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SOURCE Nomad Foods Limited