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Get filing alertsAMD secures new $5B credit facility, expands commercial paper program to $5.5B
Filed May 15, 2026 · Period ending May 13, 2026 · ~1 min read
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AMD replaced its 2022 credit agreement with a new five-year, $5 billion unsecured revolving facility through JPMorgan Chase, with no borrowings currently outstanding and no financial covenants required.
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Stockholders approved adding 65 million shares to the 2023 Equity Incentive Plan, bringing total authorized shares to 153 million and increasing potential dilution for existing shareholders.
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Commercial paper program capacity increased from $3 billion to $5.5 billion, giving AMD more flexibility for short-term borrowing to fund general corporate purposes.
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All eight director nominees elected at annual meeting, with CEO Lisa Su and director Talwalkar receiving notably higher opposition votes (67M and 83M against respectively) compared to other directors.
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Stockholders approved executive compensation with 92% support and ratified Ernst & Young as auditor; rejected proposal to lower threshold for calling special meetings.
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Summary
AMD significantly expanded its financial flexibility by replacing its existing credit facility with a new $5 billion unsecured revolving line and increasing its commercial paper program capacity to $5.5 billion. The new credit facility, arranged through JPMorgan Chase, notably contains no financial covenants, giving management substantial operational freedom.
Currently, AMD has no borrowings outstanding under either facility, suggesting this is about maintaining strategic optionality rather than immediate capital needs. At the annual meeting, shareholders approved a substantial 65 million share increase to the equity compensation plan, bringing total authorized shares to 153 million.
This represents meaningful potential dilution as AMD continues competing for talent in the semiconductor industry. Executive compensation received strong approval at 92%, though CEO Lisa Su faced higher-than-average opposition votes, which may signal some shareholder concerns about pay levels. Retail investors should monitor AMD's actual utilization of these expanded credit facilities in coming quarters. If the company begins drawing on the revolver or issuing commercial paper, it could signal either strategic opportunities (acquisitions, capacity expansion) or operational pressures. The equity plan expansion suggests continued heavy reliance on stock-based compensation, so watch dilution metrics in quarterly reports.
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On May 14, 2026 (the “Closing Date”), Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (the “Company”) entered into a Credit Agreement with the lenders named therein, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, and the other parties from time to time party thereto (the “Credit Agreement”). The Credit Agreement provides for a five-year, $5.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility (the “Revolving Facility”) and replaces the Company’s existing Credit Agreement dated as of April 29, 2022
AMD established a new five-year, $5 billion unsecured revolving credit facility with JPMorgan Chase as administrative agent, replacing its prior 2022 credit agreement with Wells Fargo. The facility can be used for general corporate purposes and includes capacity for up to $250 million in letters of credit. As of the closing date, no borrowings are outstanding under the new facility.
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The Credit Agreement contains representations and warranties and affirmative and negative covenants customary for unsecured financings of this type. There are no financial covenants under the Credit Agreement.
The new credit facility includes standard representations, warranties, and covenants typical for unsecured financing but notably contains no financial covenants. This provides AMD with operational flexibility as it is not required to maintain specific financial ratios or metrics to remain in compliance with the facility terms.
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Borrowings under the Revolving Facility will bear interest at a fluctuating rate per annum equal to, at the Company’s option, Base Rate (as defined in the Credit Agreement) or Term SOFR (as defined in the Credit Agreement), in each case, plus an applicable margin that is calculated based on the Company’s credit ratings from time to time and ranges from 0.50% to 0.80% in the case of loans accruing interest based on Term SOFR and at 0.00% in the case of loans accruing interest based on Base Rate
Interest rates on borrowings are based on either Base Rate or Term SOFR, plus a margin of 0.50% to 0.80% for SOFR-based loans (0.00% for Base Rate loans), with the specific margin determined by AMD's credit ratings. The company also pays a commitment fee of 0.03% to 0.05% on unused portions of the facility, also based on credit ratings.
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The Credit Agreement also contains various events of default (subject to grace periods, as applicable) including among others: nonpayment of principal, interest or fees; breach of covenant; payment default on, or acceleration under, certain other material indebtedness; inaccuracy of the representations or warranties in any material respect; bankruptcy or insolvency; certain unsatisfied judgments; certain ERISA violations; the occurrence of a change of control; and the invalidity or unenforceability of the Credit Agreement or certain other documents executed in connection therewith.
The facility includes standard default triggers such as nonpayment, covenant breaches, cross-defaults on other material debt, bankruptcy, material misrepresentations, unsatisfied judgments, ERISA violations, and change of control events. These are typical protective provisions for lenders in unsecured credit facilities of this size.
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AMD terminated all remaining commitments under its existing credit agreement in connection with entering a new credit agreement.
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In connection with the entry into the Credit Agreement, the Company terminated all remaining commitments of the lenders under the Existing Credit Agreement.
AMD disclosed that it terminated all remaining lender commitments under its existing credit agreement. This termination occurred in connection with entering into a new credit agreement. The filing indicates a refinancing or replacement of the company's credit facility, though details of the new agreement are not provided in this item.
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Under the Program, the Company may issue Notes from time to time, and the proceeds of the Notes will be used for general corporate purposes.
The proceeds from issuing commercial paper will be used for general corporate purposes, meaning AMD has broad discretion in how it deploys this capital. This could include funding operations, strategic investments, or other business needs without specifying a particular project or acquisition.
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The maturities of the Notes will vary, but may not exceed 397 days from the date of issue. The face or principal amount of Notes outstanding under the Program at any time may not exceed $5.5 billion. The Notes will be sold at a discount from par or, alternatively, will be sold at par and bear interest at rates that will vary based on market conditions at the time of the issuance of the Notes.
The commercial paper notes are short-term debt instruments with maturities under 397 days, capped at $5.5 billion outstanding at any time. They will be priced either at a discount to face value or at par with variable interest rates depending on market conditions when issued. This is standard structure for corporate commercial paper programs.
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AMD held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 13, 2026; filing appears incomplete with no material disclosures provided.
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On May 13, 2026, the Company held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”).
AMD disclosed that it held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 13, 2026. The filing references Item 5.02, which typically covers director or officer changes and compensatory arrangements, but the text appears truncated with no substantive details provided about any actual changes or outcomes.
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AMD stockholders approved 65M share increase to equity plan and ratified auditor; all directors elected at annual meeting.
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The Company’s stockholders approved, on a non-binding basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers as disclosed in the Proxy Statement. For | Against | Abstain | Broker Non-Votes | 924,311,642 | 73,373,753 | 5,610,613 | 266,537,638
Stockholders approved executive compensation on an advisory basis with 92% support. This non-binding vote indicates general shareholder satisfaction with how AMD compensates its named executive officers, though it does not mandate any specific action by the Board.
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The Company’s stockholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 26, 2026. For | Against | Abstain | 1,182,240,325 | 85,267,454 | 2,325,867
Stockholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as AMD's independent auditor for fiscal year 2026 with strong support (93% approval). This is a routine annual vote confirming no change in the company's external auditor.
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The Company’s stockholders did not approve the stockholder proposal requesting the ownership threshold be lowered and the removal of the holding requirement to call a special meeting. For | Against | Abstain | Broker Non-Votes | 375,193,701 | 624,384,602 | 3,717,705 | 266,537,638
A stockholder proposal to make it easier for shareholders to call special meetings was rejected with 62% voting against. The current governance structure for calling special meetings remains unchanged, maintaining existing ownership thresholds and holding requirements.
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Credit Agreement, dated as of May 14, 2026, by and among the Company, as borrower, the lenders named therein and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent.
AMD disclosed a new credit agreement dated May 14, 2026, where the company acts as borrower with JPMorgan Chase serving as administrative agent. The filing omits schedules and exhibits under Regulation S-K Item 601(a)(5), meaning key terms like borrowing capacity, interest rates, covenants, and maturity are not publicly disclosed in this 8-K. Investors should request supplemental details to assess whether this represents new debt capacity, a refinancing, or amended terms.
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