Nortech Systems Secures Credit Agreement Waiver, Averting Default with Stricter Terms

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Nortech Systems Inc. obtained a waiver and amendment to its credit agreement with Bank of America, preventing a default on financial covenants for Q4 2025, but with reduced revolving commitment, increased borrowing rates, and new financial restrictions.

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• Default Waiver Secured

  Bank of America waived defaults on Consolidated Leverage Ratio, Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio, and Consolidated EBITDA for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2025.

• Credit Line Reduction

  The revolving commitment will decrease from $15 million to $12 million for the period commencing April 1, 2026, until the Maturity Date.

• Increased Borrowing Costs

  Applicable borrowing rates for Revolving Loans (Base Rate and Term SOFR), Letter of Credit fees, and Commitment Fees have increased.

• Stricter Financial Covenants and Restrictions

  New EBITDA thresholds, cash sweep provisions, and limitations on foreign subsidiary investments and certain distributions have been introduced.

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This 8-K details the critical waiver and amendment to Nortech Systems' credit agreement, which successfully prevents a default on several financial covenants for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. While averting an immediate financial crisis, the new terms include a reduction in the revolving commitment from $15 million to $12 million starting April 1, 2026, increased borrowing rates, and stricter financial covenants and operational restrictions. The company's disclosure of actively seeking a new asset-backed lending facility suggests this amendment may be a temporary solution, highlighting ongoing efforts to secure more favorable or stable financing. Investors should monitor progress on the new facility and the company's ability to operate under the revised, more restrictive terms.