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What is a 'Springing Financial Covenant'?
- A requirement that the company's EBITDA must grow by at least 10% every year.
- A covenant that only becomes active and tested if a certain condition is met, such as drawing more than 35% of the Revolver.
- A provision that allows the borrower to spring ahead of other creditors in the recovery waterfall.
- A covenant that only exists during the spring and summer months.
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