The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with Management's Discussion and Analysis included in our 2019 Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto included elsewhere in this document. Unless otherwise indicated, references to "2020" refer to the three months endedDecember 31, 2019 being discussed and references to "2019" refer to the three months endedDecember 31, 2018 being discussed. We do not undertake, and specifically disclaim, any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of events or circumstances after the date of such statements except as required by law.
Overview
We are the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing materials and complementary building products inthe United States andCanada . We are among the oldest and most established distributors in the industry. The complementary building products we distribute include siding, windows, insulation, waterproofing systems, wallboard, acoustical ceilings, and other specialty exterior and interior building products. We purchase products from a large number of manufacturers and then distribute these goods to a customer base consisting of contractors and, to a lesser extent, home builders, retailers, and other building materials suppliers. As ofDecember 31, 2019 , we operated 530 branches throughout all 50 states in theU.S. and 6 provinces inCanada . We offer one of the most extensive assortments of high-quality branded products in the industry with approximately 140,000 SKUs available across our branch network, enabling us to deliver products to serve over 110,000 customers on a timely basis. Effective execution of both our sales and operating plans enables us to grow beyond the relative strength of the markets we serve. Our business model is a bottom-up approach, where each of our branches uses its regional knowledge and experience to assist with the development of a marketing plan and product mix that is best suited for its respective market. Local alignment with overall strategic goals provides the foundation for significant ownership of results at the branch level. Our distinctive operating model and branch level autonomy differentiate us from the competition. We provide our customers with industry-leading digital solutions, including Beacon PRO+, our innovative e-commerce portal, and Beacon 3D+, an in-home visualizer and dynamic modeling tool for our residential customers. These platforms help our customers save time, work more efficiently and grow their business. Additional value-added services we offer include, but are not limited to, job site delivery, custom designed tapered roofing systems, metal fabrication and trade credit. We consider customer relations and our employees' knowledge of roofing and building materials to be vital to our ability to increase customer loyalty and maintain customer satisfaction. Our customers' business success can be enhanced when they are supported by our efficient and effective distribution network. We invest significant resources in professional development, management skills, product knowledge, and operational proficiency. We pride ourselves on providing these capabilities developed on a foundation of continuous improvement that drives service excellence, productivity and efficiency. We seek opportunities to expand our business operations through both acquisitions and organic growth (opening branches, growing sales with existing customers, adding new customers and introducing new products). Our main acquisition strategy is to target market leaders that do business in geographic areas that we currently do not service or that complement our existing regional operations. We pursue organic growth opportunities that allow us to penetrate deeper into target markets and establish a greater presence. The most recent successful execution of our growth strategy is summarized by the following:
• On
interior building products distributors, for
Acquisition"). This significant acquisition expanded our geographic
footprint, enhanced our scale and market presence, diversified our product
offerings, and positioned us to provide new growth opportunities that will
increase our long-term profitability.
• We opened two new branches in fiscal year 2020, including locations in
locations across
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Comparison of the Three Months Ended
The following tables set forth consolidated statement of operations data and such data as a percentage of total net sales for the periods presented (in thousands): Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Net sales$ 1,675,112 $ 1,721,676 Cost of products sold 1,264,414 1,286,107 Gross profit 410,698 435,569 Operating expense: Selling, general and administrative1 326,919 327,693 Depreciation 19,072 17,601 Amortization 44,778 52,021 Total operating expense 390,769 397,315 Income (loss) from operations 19,929 38,254 Interest expense, financing costs, and other 38,293
38,361
Loss on debt extinguishment 14,678
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Income (loss) before provision for income taxes (33,042 )
(107 ) Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (9,632 )
786
Net income (loss)$ (23,410 ) $ (893 ) Dividends on Preferred Stock 6,000
6,000
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders$ (29,410 ) $ (6,893 ) _________________________ 1 Includes acquisition and business restructuring costs of$3.9 million ($2.8 million , net of taxes) and$8.9 million ($6.6 million , net of taxes), for the three months endedDecember 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Net sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Cost of products sold 75.5 % 74.7 % Gross profit 24.5 % 25.3 % Operating expense: Selling, general and administrative 19.5 % 19.1 % Depreciation 1.1 % 1.0 % Amortization 2.7 % 3.1 % Total operating expense 23.3 % 23.2 % Income (loss) from operations 1.2 % 2.1 % Interest expense, financing costs, and other 2.3 % 2.2 % Loss on debt extinguishment 0.9 % 0.0 % Income (loss) before provision for income taxes (2.0 %) (0.1 %) Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (0.6 %) 0.0 % Net income (loss) (1.4 %) (0.1 %) Dividends on Preferred Stock 0.4 % 0.3 % Net income (loss) attributable to common (1.8 %) (0.4 %)
shareholders
In managing our business, we consider all growth, including the opening of new branches, to be organic growth unless it results from an acquisition. When we refer to growth in existing markets or organic growth, we include growth from existing and newly opened branches but exclude growth from acquired branches until they have been under our ownership for at least four full fiscal quarters at the start of the fiscal reporting period. We believe the existing market information is useful to investors because it helps explain organic growth or decline. When we refer to regions, we are referring to our geographic regions. When we refer to our net product costs, we are referring to our invoice cost less the impact of short-term buying programs (also referred to as "special buys" given the manner in which they are offered). As ofDecember 31, 2019 , we had a total of 530 branches in operation. All 530 branches were acquired prior to the start of fiscal year 2019 and therefore meet our existing market definition. As a result, operating results for existing markets are equal to consolidated operating results for all periods presented. 21
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Net sales decreased 2.7% to$1.68 billion in 2020, from$1.72 billion in 2019. The comparative decrease in net sales was mainly influenced by decreased hurricane-related demand in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Combined net sales from those regions unaffected by hurricane-related activity were flat over the comparative periods.
Net sales by geographical region increased (decreased) from 2019 to 2020 as
follows: Northeast (5.3%); Mid-Atlantic (13.6%); Southeast (4.7%); Southwest
2.0%; Midwest (1.2%); West 3.0%; and
We estimate the impact of inflation or deflation on our sales and gross profit by looking at changes in our average selling prices and gross margins (discussed below). The following table summarizes net sales by product line for the periods presented (in thousands): Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Change Net Sales % Net Sales % $ % Residential roofing products$ 702,236 41.9 %$ 732,190 42.5 %$ (29,954 ) (4.1 %) Non-residential roofing products 420,853 25.1 % 419,909 24.4 % 944 0.2 % Complementary building products 552,023 33.0 % 569,577 33.1 % (17,554 ) (3.1 %) Total net sales$ 1,675,112 100.0 %$ 1,721,676 100.0 %$ (46,564 ) (2.7 %) Gross Profit
The following table summarizes gross profit and gross margin for the periods presented (in thousands):
Three Months Ended December 31, Change1 2019 2018 $ % Gross profit$ 410,698 $ 435,569 $ (24,871 ) (5.7 %) Gross margin 24.5 % 25.3 % N/A (0.8 %)
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1 Percentage changes for dollar amounts represent the ratable increase or decrease from period-to-period. Percentage changes for percentages represent the net period-to-period change in basis points.
Gross profit decreased 5.7% to
Gross margin was 24.5% in 2020, down 0.8% from 25.3% in 2019. The comparative decrease in gross margin was influenced by an overall product cost increase of less than 1%, accompanied by comparatively flat pricing.
Operating Expense
The following table summarizes operating expense for the periods presented (in thousands): Three Months Ended December 31, Change1 2019 2018 $ % Operating expense$ 390,769 $ 397,315 $ (6,546 ) (1.6 %) % of net sales 23.3 % 23.2 % N/A 0.1 %
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1 Percentage changes for dollar amounts represent the ratable increase or decrease from period-to-period. Percentage changes for percentages represent the net period-to-period change in basis points. Operating expense decreased 1.6% to$390.8 million in 2020, from$397.3 million in 2019. The comparative decrease in operating expense was mainly influenced by the following factors:
• a
declining run-rate of intangible asset amortization related to acquisitions; 22
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partially offset by:
• a net increase of
which includes the combined impact of a
increases and higher insurance costs and a$5.1 million decrease from recently implemented labor cost efficiency initiatives.
Interest Expense, Financing Costs and Other
Interest expense, financing costs and other expense remained flat at
Income Taxes
There was an income tax benefit of$9.6 million in 2020, compared to income tax expense of$0.8 million in 2019. The comparative increase in income tax benefit was primarily due to a$32.9 million increase in pre-tax net loss. The effective tax rate, excluding any discrete items, was 28.5% in 2020, compared to 26.9% in 2019. We expect our fiscal year 2020 effective tax rate, excluding any discrete items, will range from approximately 28.0% to 29.0%.
Net Income (Loss)/Net Income (Loss) Per Share
Net income (loss) was$(23.4) million in 2020, compared to$(0.9) million in 2019. There were$6.0 million of dividends on preferred shares in both 2020 and 2019, making net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders$(29.4) million and$(6.9) million , respectively. We calculate net income (loss) per share by dividing net income (loss), less dividends on preferred shares and adjustments for participating securities, by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income (loss) per share is calculated by utilizing the most dilutive result after applying and comparing the two-class method and if-converted method (see Note 4 in the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further discussion). The following table presents the all the components utilized to calculate basic and diluted net income (loss) per share (in thousands, except share and per share amounts): Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Net income (loss)$ (23,410 ) $ (893 ) Dividends on Preferred Stock 6,000 6,000 Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders (29,410 ) (6,893 ) Undistributed income allocated to participating securities - -
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders - basic and diluted (if-converted method)
$ (29,410 ) $ (6,893 ) Undistributed income allocated to participating securities - -
Re-allocation of undistributed income to Preferred Stock
- -
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders - diluted (two-class method)
$ (29,410 )
Weighted-average common shares outstanding, basic 68,667,943
68,248,020
Effect of common share equivalents - -
Weighted-average common shares outstanding - diluted (if-converted and two-class method)
68,667,943
68,248,020
Net income (loss) per share - basic $ (0.43 )$ (0.10 ) Net income (loss) per share - diluted (two-class method) (0.43 ) (0.10 ) Net income (loss) per share - diluted (if-converted method) (0.43 ) (0.10 )
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To provide investors with additional information regarding our financial
results, we prepare certain financial measures that are not calculated in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in
• Adjusted Net Income (Loss) • Adjusted EBITDA We define Adjusted Net Income (Loss) as net income that excludes acquisition costs, business restructuring costs, and the effects of tax reform. We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income plus interest expense (net of interest income), income taxes, depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, acquisition costs, and business restructuring costs. 23 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We use these supplemental non-GAAP measures to evaluate financial performance, analyze the underlying trends in our business and establish operational goals and forecasts that are used when allocating resources. We expect to compute our non-GAAP financial measures consistently using the same methods each period. We believe these non-GAAP measures are useful measures because they allow investors to better understand changes in underlying operating performance over comparative periods by providing investors with financial results that are unaffected by cyclical variances that can be driven by items such as investment activity or purchase accounting adjustments. While we believe that these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors when evaluating our business, they are not prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP, and therefore should be considered supplemental in nature. You should not consider these non-GAAP measures in isolation or as a substitute for other financial performance measures presented in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures may have material limitations including, but not limited to, the exclusion of certain costs without a corresponding reduction of net income for the income generated by the assets that the excluded costs are related to. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures may differ from similarly titled measures presented by other companies.
Adjusted Net Income (Loss)
The following table presents a reconciliation of net income, the most directly comparable financial measure as measured in accordance with GAAP, to Adjusted Net Income (Loss) for each of the periods indicated (in thousands): Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Net income (loss)$ (23,410 ) $ (893 ) Adjustments: Acquisition costs1 51,479 63,962 Business restructuring costs2 19,683 - Total adjustments 71,162 63,962 Tax impact of total adjustments3 (19,424 ) (16,569 ) Total adjustments, net of tax 51,738 47,393
Adjusted Net Income (Loss) $ 28,328 $ 46,500
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1 The following table presents a breakout of the components of acquisition costs
for each of the periods indicated:
Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Amortization of intangible assets$ 44,778 $
52,021
Costs classified as selling, general, and administrativea 3,852
8,917
Amortization of debt issuance costs 2,849 3,024 Total acquisition costs$ 51,479 $ 63,962
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a. Selling, general, and administrative costs related to acquisitions are mainly composed of professional fees, branch integration expenses, travel expenses, employee severance and retention costs, and other personnel expenses.
2 Business restructuring costs are mainly composed of a loss on debt
extinguishment of
included are accrued estimated costs related to employee benefit plan
withdrawals, costs stemming from headcount rationalization efforts, and
re-branding costs.
3 The effective tax rate applied to these adjustments is calculated by using
forecasted adjusted pre-tax income while factoring in estimated discrete tax
adjustments for the fiscal year. The tax impact of adjustments for the three
months ended
rate of 27.3% and 25.9%, respectively. 24
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Adjusted EBITDA
The following table presents a reconciliation of net income, the most directly comparable financial measure as measured in accordance with GAAP, to Adjusted EBITDA for each of the periods indicated (in thousands): Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Net income (loss)$ (23,410 ) $ (893 ) Interest expense, net 34,796 39,816 Income taxes (9,632 ) 786 Depreciation and amortization 63,850 69,622 Stock-based compensation 5,156 3,457 Acquisition costs1 3,852 8,917 Business restructuring costs2 19,683 - Adjusted EBITDA $ 94,295$ 121,705 Adjusted EBITDA as a % of net sales 5.6% 7.1%
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1 Represents selling, general, and administrative costs related to acquisitions (excluding the impact of tax) only. The other items the Company classifies as acquisition costs are embedded within the other balances reported in the table. 2 Business restructuring costs are mainly composed of a loss on debt extinguishment of$14.7 million in connection with debt
refinancing.
Also included are accrued estimated costs related to employee benefit plan withdrawals, costs stemming from headcount rationalization efforts, and re-branding costs.
Seasonality and Quarterly Fluctuations
In general, sales and net income are highest during our first, third and fourth fiscal quarters, which represent the peak months of construction and re-roofing, especially in our branches in the northern and mid-westernU.S. and inCanada . We have historically incurred low net income levels or net losses during the second quarter when our sales are substantially lower. We generally experience an increase in inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable during the third and fourth quarters of the year as a result of the seasonality of our business. Our peak cash usage generally occurs during the third quarter, primarily because accounts payable terms offered by our suppliers typically have due dates in April, May and June, while our peak accounts receivable collections typically occur from June through November. We generally experience a slowing of our accounts receivable collections during our second quarter, mainly due to the inability of some of our customers to conduct their businesses effectively in inclement weather in certain divisions. We continue to attempt to collect those receivables, which require payment under our standard terms. We do not provide material concessions to our customers during this quarter of the year. We generally experience our peak working capital needs during the third quarter after we build our inventories following the winter season but before we begin collecting on most of our spring receivables. 25
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Certain Quarterly Financial Data
The following table sets forth certain unaudited quarterly data for the first quarter of 2020 and fiscal year 2019, which, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) considered necessary for a fair presentation of this data. Results of any one or more quarters are not necessarily indicative of results for an entire fiscal year or of continuing trends (in thousands, except per share amounts): 2020 2019 Qtr 1 Qtr 4 Qtr 3 Qtr 2 Qtr 1 Net sales$ 1,675,112 $ 2,029,913 $ 1,924,534
24.2 % Gross profit 410,698 493,462 472,536 334,988 435,569 % of fiscal year's gross profit 100.0 % 28.4 % 27.2 % 19.3 % 25.1 %
Income (loss) from operations 19,929 89,874 74,254
(54,630 ) 38,254 % of fiscal year's income (loss) from operations 100.0 % 60.8 % 50.3 % (37.0 %) 25.9 % Net income (loss)$ (23,410 ) $ 27,380 $ 30,987 $ (68,086 ) $ (893 ) Dividends on Preferred Stock 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders$ (29,410 ) $ 21,380 $ 24,987
Net income (loss) per share - basic$ (0.43 ) $ 0.27 $ 0.32 $ (1.08 ) $ (0.10 ) Net income (loss) per share - diluted$ (0.43 ) $ 0.27 $ 0.32 $ (1.08 ) $ (0.10 ) Liquidity Liquidity is defined as the current amount of readily available cash and the ability to generate adequate amounts of cash to meet the current needs for cash. We assess our liquidity in terms of our cash and cash equivalents on hand and the ability to generate cash to fund our operating activities, taking into consideration available borrowings and the seasonal nature of our business. Our principal sources of liquidity as ofDecember 31, 2019 were our cash and cash equivalents of$43.7 million and our available borrowings of$943.9 million under our asset-based lending revolving credit facility.
Significant factors which could affect future liquidity include the following:
• the adequacy of available bank lines of credit; • the ability to attract long-term capital with satisfactory terms; • cash flows generated from operating activities; • acquisitions; and • capital expenditures. Our primary capital needs are for working capital obligations and other general corporate purposes, including acquisitions and capital expenditures. Our primary sources of working capital are cash from operations and bank borrowings. We have financed large acquisitions through increased bank borrowings and the issuance of long-term debt and common or preferred stock. We then repay any such borrowings with cash flows from operations. We have funded most of our capital expenditures with cash on hand, increased bank borrowings, or equipment financing, and then reduced those obligations with cash flows from operations. We believe we currently have adequate liquidity and availability of capital to fund our present operations, meet our commitments on our existing debt and fund anticipated growth, including expansion in existing and targeted market areas. We seek potential acquisitions from time to time and hold discussions with certain acquisition candidates. If suitable acquisition opportunities or working capital needs arise that require additional financing, we believe that our financial position and earnings history provide a sufficient base for obtaining additional financing resources at reasonable rates and terms. We may also choose to issue additional shares of common stock or preferred stock in order to raise funds. 26
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The following table summarizes our cash flows for the periods indicated (in thousands): Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 2018 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities$ (125,307 ) $ (336,883 ) Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (11,798 ) (175,260 ) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 108,865
400,181
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (298 ) 458 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents$ (28,538 ) $ (111,504 ) Operating Activities Net cash used in operating activities was$125.3 million in 2020, compared to$336.9 million in 2019. Cash from operations increased$211.6 million due to an incremental cash inflow of$225.1 million stemming from changes to our net working capital, mainly driven by decreases in prepaid expenses and other assets. This increase was partially offset by a decrease in net income after adjustments for the loss on debt extinguishment and other non-cash items of$13.6 million .
Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities was$11.8 million in 2020, compared to$175.3 million in 2019. The$163.5 million decrease in investing cash spend was primarily due to the$164.0 million payment resulting from the 338(h)(10) election made in 2019 in connection with the Allied Acquisition.
Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities was$108.9 million in 2020, compared to$400.2 million in 2019. The financing cash flow decrease of$291.3 million was primarily due to a$276.5 million decrease in net borrowings under our revolving lines of credit over the comparative periods.
Capital Resources
As of
• an asset-based revolving line of credit inthe United States ; • an asset-based revolving line of credit inCanada ; • a term loan; and • two separate senior notes instruments Debt Refinancing 2026 Senior Notes OnOctober 9, 2019 , we and certain of our subsidiaries as guarantors executed a private offering of$300.0 million aggregate principal amount of 4.50% Senior Notes due 2026 (the "2026 Senior Notes") at an issue price of 100%. The 2026 Senior Notes mature onNovember 15, 2026 and bear interest at a rate of 4.50% per annum, payable onMay 15 andNovember 15 of each year, commencing onMay 15, 2020 . The 2026 Senior Notes and related subsidiary guarantees were offered and sold in a private transaction exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), to qualified institutional buyers in accordance with Rule 144A under the Securities Act and to non-U.S. persons outside ofthe United States pursuant to Regulation S under the Securities Act. The 2026 Senior Notes and related subsidiary guarantees have not been, and will not be, registered under the Securities Act or the securities laws of any state or other jurisdiction, and may not be offered or sold inthe United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and other applicable securities laws. OnOctober 28, 2019 , we used the net proceeds from the offering, together with cash on hand and available borrowings under the 2023 ABL (as defined below), to redeem all$300.0 million aggregate principal amount outstanding of the 2023 Senior Notes (as defined below) at a redemption price of 103.188% and to pay all related accrued interest, fees and expenses. The intent of the transaction was to take advantage of lower market interest rates by refinancing the existing 2023 Senior Notes with the 2026 Senior Notes. We have accounted for the refinance as a debt extinguishment of the 2023 Senior Notes and an issuance of the 2026 Senior Notes. As a result, we recorded a loss on debt extinguishment of$14.7 million in the three months ended 27
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Financing - Allied Acquisition
In connection with the Allied Acquisition, we entered into various financing arrangements totaling$3.57 billion , including an asset-based revolving line of credit of$1.30 billion ("2023 ABL"),$525.0 million of which was drawn at closing, and a$970.0 million term loan ("2025 Term Loan"). We also raised an additional$1.30 billion through the issuance of senior notes (the "2025 Senior Notes"). The proceeds from these financing arrangements were used to finance the Allied Acquisition, to refinance or otherwise extinguish all third-party indebtedness, to pay fees and expenses associated with the acquisition, and to provide working capital and funds for other general corporate purposes. We capitalized new debt issuance costs totaling approximately$65.3 million related to the 2023 ABL, the 2025 Term Loan and the 2025 Senior Notes, which are being amortized over the term of the financing arrangements.
2023 ABL
OnJanuary 2, 2018 , we entered into a$1.30 billion asset-based revolving line of credit withWells Fargo Bank, N.A . and a syndicate of other lenders. The 2023 ABL consists of revolving loans in boththe United States ("2023U.S. Revolver") in the amount of$1.20 billion andCanada ("2023 Canada Revolver") in the amount of$100.0 million . The 2023 ABL has a maturity date ofJanuary 2, 2023 . The 2023 ABL has various borrowing tranches with an interest rate based on a LIBOR rate (with a floor) plus a fixed spread. The current unused commitment fees on the 2023 ABL are 0.25% per annum. There is one financial covenant under the 2023 ABL, which is the Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio. The Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio is calculated by dividing Consolidated EBITDA, less Capital Expenditures, by Consolidated Fixed Charges (all terms as defined in the agreement). Per the covenant, our Consolidated Fixed Charge Ratio must be a minimum of 1.00 at the end of each fiscal quarter, calculated on a trailing four quarter basis. The Company was in compliance with this covenant as ofDecember 31, 2019 . The 2023 ABL is secured by a first priority lien over substantially all of our and each guarantor's accounts, chattel paper, deposit accounts, books, records and inventory (as well as intangibles related thereto), subject to certain customary exceptions (the "ABL Priority Collateral"), and a second priority lien over substantially all of our and each guarantor's other assets, including all of the equity interests of any subsidiary held by us or any guarantor, subject to certain customary exceptions (the "Term Priority Collateral"). The 2023 ABL is guaranteed jointly, severally, fully and unconditionally by our activeUnited States subsidiaries. As ofDecember 31, 2019 , the total balance outstanding on the 2023 ABL, net of$7.5 million of unamortized debt issuance costs, was$215.6 million . We also have outstanding standby letters of credit related to the 2023 U.S. Revolver in the amount of$13.0 million as ofDecember 31, 2019 .
2025 Term Loan
OnJanuary 2, 2018 , we entered into a$970.0 million Term Loan withCitibank N.A ., and a syndicate of other lenders. The 2025 Term Loan requires quarterly principal payments in the amount of$2.4 million , with the remaining outstanding principal to be paid on itsJanuary 2, 2025 maturity date. The interest rate is based on a LIBOR rate (with a floor) plus a fixed spread. We have the option of selecting a LIBOR period that determines the rate at which interest can accrue on the Term Loan as well as the period in which interest payments are made. The 2025 Term Loan is secured by a first priority lien on the Term Priority Collateral and a second priority lien on the ABL Priority Collateral. Certain excluded assets will not be included in the Term Priority Collateral and the ABL Priority Collateral. The Term Loan is guaranteed jointly, severally, fully and unconditionally by our activeUnited States subsidiaries.
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2025 Senior Notes
OnOctober 25, 2017 ,Beacon Escrow Corporation , our wholly owned subsidiary (the "Escrow Issuer"), completed a private offering of$1.30 billion aggregate principal amount of 4.875% Senior Notes due 2025 at an issue price of 100%. The 2025 Senior Notes bear interest at a rate of 4.875% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears, beginningMay 1, 2018 . We anticipate repaying the 2025 Senior Notes at the maturity date ofNovember 1, 2025 . Per the terms of the Escrow Agreement, the net proceeds from the 28 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2025 Senior Notes remained in escrow until they were used to fund a portion of the purchase price of the Allied Acquisition payable at closing onJanuary 2, 2018 . Upon closing of the Allied Acquisition onJanuary 2, 2018 , (i) the Escrow Issuer merged with and into us, and we assumed all obligations under the 2025 Senior Notes; and (ii) all our existing domestic subsidiaries (including the entities acquired in the Allied Acquisition) became guarantors of the 2025 Senior Notes.
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Financing - RSG Acquisition
2023 Senior Notes
OnOctober 1, 2015 , in connection with the acquisition ofRoofing Supply Group , the Company raised$300.0 million by issuing 6.38% Senior Notes due 2023 (the "2023 Senior Notes"). The 2023 Senior Notes had a coupon rate of 6.38% per annum and were payable semi-annually in arrears, beginningApril 1, 2016 . There were early payment provisions in the indenture in which the Company would be subject to redemption premiums. OnOctober 28, 2019 , the Company redeemed all$300.0 million aggregate principal amount outstanding of the 2023 Senior Notes at a redemption price of 103.188% plus accrued interest and, as a result, wrote off$5.1 million of unamortized debt issuance costs.
Equipment Financing Facilities
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Cautionary Statement for Purposes of the "Safe Harbor" Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
Our disclosure and analysis in this report contains forward-looking information that involves risks and uncertainties. Our forward-looking statements express our current expectations or forecasts of possible future results or events, including projections of future performance, statements of management's plans and objectives, future contracts, and forecasts of trends and other matters. You can identify these statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historic or current facts and often use words such as "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "believe," "will likely result," "outlook," "project" and other words and expressions of similar meaning. No assurance can be given that the results in any forward-looking statements will be achieved and actual results could be affected by one or more factors, which could cause them to differ materially. For these statements, we claim the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Certain factors that may affect our business and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements include those set forth under the heading "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year endedSeptember 30, 2019 .
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