Greenbrier Subsidiary Secures $300M in Asset-Backed Notes for Railcar Portfolio

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Greenbrier's subsidiary completed a $300 million asset-backed securities issuance with attractive, non-recourse terms to fund general corporate purposes and support its leasing operations.

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• Secured $300 Million in Notes

  GBX Leasing 2022-1 LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary, issued $300 million in Secured Railcar Equipment Notes, Series 2026-1 Class A and Class B.

• Non-Recourse Financing

  The notes are obligations solely of the Issuer and are non-recourse to The Greenbrier Companies, Inc., providing financial insulation for the parent company.

• Attractive Terms

  The notes have a blended interest rate of 5.2% and a stated final maturity date of February 22, 2056, with anticipated earlier repayment based on cash flow assumptions.

• Proceeds for General Corporate Purposes

  Net proceeds from the issuance will be utilized for general corporate purposes, enhancing the company's liquidity and investment capacity.

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The Greenbrier Companies, through its indirect wholly-owned special purpose subsidiary, GBX Leasing 2022-1 LLC, successfully issued $300 million in Secured Railcar Equipment Notes. This substantial capital raise, representing a significant portion of the company's market capitalization, provides long-term, non-recourse financing for its leasing business. The notes carry a blended interest rate of 5.2% and are secured by a portfolio of railcars and operating leases. The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, bolstering the company's financial flexibility and supporting its growth strategy, particularly following a recent report of decreased net earnings and revenue.