Lenders Demand Immediate Payment for £75m Portion of Revolving Credit Facility

  • Boohoo’s attempt to extend its £325m debt repayment deadline rejected by some lenders
  • Lenders want payment of £75m share by March next year
  • Half-year losses widened to £21.2m compared to £11.8m a year earlier
  • Boohoo remains strong and well-capitalised, says spokesman

Boohoo’s bid to extend the repayment deadline on a £325m debt has been rejected by some lenders due to declining sales. The online retailer managed to push back the repayment on £250m of borrowing, supported by six ‘household name’ banks, until March 2026. However, lenders for a £75m share of the revolving credit facility agreed upon in March 2022 have requested immediate payment by next year. This comes as Boohoo battles the impact of the cost-of-living crisis and supply chain issues; its half-year losses widened to £21.2m compared to £11.8m a year earlier. A spokesman stated that the company remains strong, well-capitalised with ample surplus liquidity and expects to publish final results in May.

Factuality Level: 8
Factuality Justification: The article provides accurate information about Boohoo’s debt repayment situation and the reasons behind it. It also includes quotes from a spokesperson to provide context and clarify the company’s position.
Noise Level: 3
Noise Justification: The article provides relevant information about Boohoo’s debt repayment issues and the reasons behind it, such as the cost of living crisis and supply chain difficulties. However, it could benefit from more in-depth analysis or context on the broader implications for the retail industry and potential solutions.
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Financial Markets Impacted: Boohoo’s lenders and the retail sector
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