Verano Secures US $75,000,000 Revolving Credit Facility

Core Viewpoint - Verano Holdings Corp. has successfully closed a $75 million revolving credit facility, drawing $50 million to retire existing higher interest rate debt, thereby strengthening its financial position and enabling future strategic initiatives [1][3][4]. Group 1: Credit Facility Details - The revolving credit facility is secured by selected real estate and offers benefits such as lower cost debt, payoff and redraw flexibility, and the option to release certain real estate as collateral [2][7]. - The facility has a floating annual interest rate equal to SOFR plus 6%, with a 4% SOFR floor, and matures on September 29, 2028, allowing for repayment in increments of $2.5 million [7]. Group 2: Company Strategy and Market Position - The closing of the credit facility is part of the company's strategy to fortify its balance sheet and leverage owned real estate to capitalize on future market opportunities [3]. - Verano is recognized as one of the leading companies in the U.S. cannabis industry, operating in 13 states with 15 production facilities and over 1.1 million square feet of cultivation capacity [5]. Group 3: Industry Context - Chicago Atlantic, the agent for the credit agreement, highlighted that this revolving credit facility is likely the largest of its kind among U.S. cannabis operators, reflecting Verano's strength in the market [4][6].