Consolidated Edison Secures New $3.5 Billion Revolving Credit Facility, Extending Maturity to 2031

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Consolidated Edison and its subsidiaries entered into a new $3.5 billion revolving credit agreement, replacing existing facilities and extending financial flexibility through 2031.

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• New $3.5 Billion Revolving Credit Facility

  Consolidated Edison, Inc. and its subsidiaries, Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. and Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc., entered into a new Credit Agreement providing up to $3.5 billion in revolving credit.

• Enhanced Liquidity and Flexibility

  The facility supports commercial paper programs and general corporate purposes, with an option to increase the aggregate principal amount by up to an additional $500 million.

• Extended Maturity Date

  The new agreement extends the termination date to March 11, 2031, with provisions for up to two additional one-year extensions, enhancing long-term financial stability.

• Refinances Existing Agreements

  This new credit facility replaces two prior agreements, a $2.5 billion credit agreement from March 2023 and a $500 million 364-day revolving credit agreement from March 2025.

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This 8-K details a significant refinancing and extension of Consolidated Edison's credit facilities. The new $3.5 billion revolving credit agreement (with potential for $4.0 billion) provides substantial liquidity and financial flexibility for the company and its key utility subsidiaries. The extension of the maturity date to March 11, 2031, with options for two additional one-year terms, is a positive development for long-term financial planning, especially for a capital-intensive utility. This move ensures continued access to capital for operational needs and commercial paper support, reinforcing the company's financial stability.