Arq, Inc. Amends Credit Agreement, Easing Liquidity Covenants and Expanding Borrowing Base

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Arq, Inc. amended its credit agreement, easing minimum liquidity requirements to $0 for the near term and expanding its borrowing base, despite an increase in the applicable interest margin.

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• Liquidity Covenant Eased

  The minimum liquidity covenant was reduced to $0.00 from March 31, 2026, through December 31, 2026, and then to $2,500,000 from January 1, 2027, onwards, providing significant financial flexibility.

• Borrowing Base Expanded

  The definition of 'Eligible Equipment' and 'Eligible Rolling Stock' was added, allowing these assets to be included in the borrowing availability calculation, potentially increasing accessible capital.

• Increased Borrowing Costs

  The applicable margin for Revolving Loans and other Obligations increased from 4.50% to 5.00% per annum, effective March 31, 2026.

• Customer Concentration Limits Adjusted

  Eligible Account concentration percentages were adjusted, allowing higher single customer concentration (40%) until July 31, 2026, before decreasing to 30% thereafter.

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Arq, Inc. has secured crucial financial flexibility through the fifth amendment to its Revolving Credit Agreement. This amendment significantly reduces the minimum liquidity covenant, providing the company with more operational headroom, especially in light of its recently reported widened net loss and operational challenges. While the applicable interest margin increased, the expanded borrowing base and adjusted customer concentration limits offer a more favorable borrowing environment, which is a positive development for the company's near-term financial stability and ability to manage working capital.