Press Releases June 4, 2026 04:05 PM

Highwoods Recasts $150M Unsecured Bank Term Loan

Highwoods Properties extends $150 million unsecured term loan maturity to 2031 with favorable sustainability-linked interest rates

By Priya Menon HIW

Highwoods Properties, Inc. has successfully extended the maturity of its $150 million unsecured bank term loan from May 2027 to June 2031, including two optional one-year extensions. The company secured attractive interest rates linked to sustainability goals, reflecting its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This refinancing strengthens Highwoods' liquidity position and supports its ongoing real estate investment and development activities in key U.S. business districts.

Highwoods Recasts $150M Unsecured Bank Term Loan
HIW

Key Points

  • Highwoods extended the maturity of its $150 million unsecured bank term loan to June 2031, enhancing financial flexibility.
  • Interest rates on the term loans and revolving credit facility are set against SOFR with modest spreads and can adjust based on achieving sustainability targets, reinforcing environmental commitments.
  • The refinance involved multiple major banks, signaling strong financial partnerships and market confidence.

RALEIGH, N.C., June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Highwoods Properties, Inc. (NYSE:HIW) has executed a recast of a $150 million unsecured bank term loan by extending the maturity date from May 2027 to June 2031, inclusive of two one-year extension options that are exercisable at the Company’s option assuming no defaults have occurred.

The interest rate is now SOFR plus 90 basis points on our newly extended $150 million term loan, SOFR plus 95 basis points on our $200 million term loan and SOFR plus 85 basis points on our $750 million unsecured revolving credit facility. In each case, the interest rate may be adjusted upward or downward by 2.5 basis points depending upon whether or not we achieve certain pre-determined sustainability goals with respect to the ongoing reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

BofA Securities, Inc., Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, PNC Capital Markets LLC, T.D. Bank, N.A., Truist Securities, Inc., U.S. Bank National Association and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. served as Joint Lead Arrangers on the newly extended term loan, with BofA Securities, Inc., Wells Fargo Securities, LLC and PNC Capital Markets LLC serving as Joint Bookrunners. Bank of America, N.A. is Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association and PNC Bank, National Association are Co-Syndication Agents. TD Bank, N.A., Truist Bank, U.S. Bank National Association and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. served as Co-Documentation Agents. First Citizens Bank served as Senior Managing Agent. Other lenders include First Horizon Bank and Associated Bank, National Association.

About Highwoods
Highwoods Properties, Inc., headquartered in Raleigh, is a publicly-traded (NYSE:HIW), fully-integrated office real estate investment trust (“REIT”) that owns, develops, acquires, leases and manages properties primarily in the best business districts (BBDs) of Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, Richmond and Tampa. Our vision is to be a leader in the evolution of commercial real estate for the benefit of our customers, our communities and those who invest with us. Our mission is to create environments and experiences that inspire our teammates and our customers to achieve more together. We are in the work-placemaking business and believe that by creating exceptional environments and experiences, we can deliver greater value to our customers, their teammates and, in turn, our shareholders. For more information about Highwoods, please visit our website at www.highwoods.com.

Contact:Brendan Maiorana Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer [email protected] 919-872-4924

Risks

  • Potential risk if Highwoods fails to meet predetermined sustainability goals, which could result in higher interest rates.
  • The company's exposure to office real estate markets in several U.S. cities may face economic or demand fluctuations impacting cash flow and loan repayment ability.
  • Shifts in macroeconomic conditions or interest rates beyond the SOFR-linked structure could influence future financing costs and profitability.

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