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NASDAQ: NCNO nCino, Inc. 8-K

nCino borrows $200M term loan, launches $100M accelerated share repurchase program

Filed March 31, 2026 · Period ending March 30, 2026 · ~1 min read

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Key Changes

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    Company borrowed $200M through new term loan maturing October 2029, with quarterly principal payments of $2.5M and variable interest rates (base rate +1.00% or Term SOFR +2.00%, both subject to leverage-based increases).

    Item 1.01: Term Loan verify on EDGAR →
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    Entered $100M accelerated share repurchase agreement with Wells Fargo, receiving ~80% of shares upfront with full $100M payment immediate; final settlement expected Q2 FY2027 based on volume-weighted average price.

    Item 1.01: ASR Agreement verify on EDGAR →
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    Amended credit agreement now requires maintaining total leverage ratio below 4.00x and interest coverage ratio above 3.00x, measured quarterly; covenant violations could trigger default provisions.

    Item 1.01: Financial Covenants verify on EDGAR →
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    Announced Q4 and fiscal year 2026 financial results (period ended January 31, 2026) via press release; specific metrics contained in furnished exhibits.

    Item 2.02: Earnings verify on EDGAR →
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    Posted investor presentation to company website under Regulation FD disclosure requirements.

    Item 7.01: Reg FD verify on EDGAR →

Summary

nCino executed a significant capital allocation strategy on March 30-31, 2026, simultaneously raising $200 million in new debt and committing $100 million to share repurchases. The term loan carries variable interest rates that increase with leverage, creating potential cost pressure if the company's debt levels rise.

The credit agreement imposes strict quarterly financial covenants: leverage cannot exceed 4.00x and interest coverage must stay above 3.00x. The accelerated share repurchase program demonstrates management's confidence in the stock's valuation, though the final share count won't be determined until Q2 FY2027 settlement based on volume-weighted average pricing.

The company is essentially betting borrowed money on its own stock, a strategy that amplifies returns if shares appreciate but increases financial risk if business performance deteriorates. Retail investors should monitor upcoming quarterly reports for covenant compliance, particularly the leverage and interest coverage ratios. Any deterioration in operating performance could limit financial flexibility or trigger covenant violations, especially given the new debt load and reduced share count from the buyback.

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Event · Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

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Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement filed; see Key Changes for terms.

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The final number of shares of Common Stock to be repurchased is expected to be based on a measure of the volume-weighted average price of the Common Stock during the term of the ASR Agreement, less a discount and subject to adjustments. At final settlement, Wells Fargo may be obligated to deliver additional shares of Common Stock to the Company or the Company may be obligated to make delivery of Common Stock or a cash payment to Wells Fargo, at the Company’s option.

The exact number of shares repurchased won't be known until final settlement, as it depends on the stock's volume-weighted average price during the agreement term. Depending on price movements, either Wells Fargo delivers more shares to nCino or nCino may owe Wells Fargo additional shares or cash.

Event · Item 2.02 — Results of Operations and Financial Condition

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Item 2.02 — Results of Operations and Financial Condition filed; see Key Changes for terms.

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On March 31, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 31, 2026.

nCino disclosed financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended January 31, 2026. The actual financial metrics are contained in the press release (Exhibit 99.1), which is not included in this 8-K body. This is a standard earnings announcement filing.

Event · Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure

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Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure filed; see Key Changes for terms.

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On March 31, 2026, the Company posted an investor presentation to its website at www.ncino.com (the “Investor Presentation”). A copy of the Investor Presentation is furnished herewith as Exhibits 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

nCino disclosed that it posted an investor presentation to its website on March 31, 2026. The presentation is furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to this 8-K filing. This is a routine Regulation FD disclosure where companies make public information that might otherwise be selectively disclosed to analysts or investors.

Event · Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits

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nCino disclosed an incremental facility amendment to its credit agreement and furnished Q4/FY2026 earnings materials.

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Incremental Facility Amendment by and among nCino, Inc., nCino OpCo, Inc., certain subsidiaries of nCino, Inc. as guarantors and Bank of America, N.A., dated March 30, 2026

nCino entered into an incremental facility amendment with Bank of America on March 30, 2026. This suggests the company is either expanding its existing credit facility or modifying its terms, which could indicate plans for growth investments, acquisitions, or general corporate purposes. The specific terms and size of the incremental facility are not disclosed in this 8-K filing.

Added Q4 and FY 2026 earnings release high

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Press release of nCino, Inc. dated March 31, 2026 (furnished and not filed).

nCino furnished its earnings press release for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026. The press release and accompanying earnings presentation are referenced but not included in the 8-K body, so specific financial results are not available in this filing.

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