Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Enters Into New $6 Million Credit Facility

DURANGO, Colo., Oct. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, or “RMCF”), an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and other confectionery products, including gourmet caramel apples, has entered into a new three-year $6 million credit agreement with RMC Credit Facility, LLC, a special purposes investment entity affiliated with current RMCF board member Steve Craig.

“This credit facility is a key component of our capital structure, enabling us to invest further in equipment and machinery while funding our growth initiatives,” stated Jeff Geygan, Interim CEO of RMCF. “With a strengthened balance sheet and improved liquidity, we are well-positioned to execute our three-year strategic plan and drive RMCF toward sustainable growth and profitability.”

The credit facility provides for interest-only payments until the September 30, 2027 maturity date. Borrowings under the credit agreement will bear interest at 12% per annum.

The Company used the proceeds to retire its existing $4 million revolving credit facility, of which $3.45 million was outstanding on September 30, 2024. The remaining balance from the new credit agreement will be used for continued capital investment and working capital needs.

Additional details regarding the credit facility can be found on the Company’s Form 8-K to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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About Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. is an international franchiser of premium chocolate and confection stores, and a producer of an extensive line of premium chocolates and other confectionery products, including gourmet caramel apples. Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory was ranked in both the Franchise 500 by Entrepreneur Magazine and the Franchise 400 by Franchise Times for 2024. The Company is headquartered in Durango, Colorado.  The Company and its franchisees and licensees operate over 260 Rocky Mountain Chocolate stores across the United States, with several international locations. The Company's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "RMCF."

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