L-3 Communications Corp.'s Proposed $500 Million Senior Notes Due 2016 Rated 'BBB-' Nov 11
Standard & Poors, November 2011
Abstract
NEW YORK (Standard & Poor's) Nov. 17, 2011--Standard & Poor's Ratings Services today assigned its 'BBB-' issue rating to New York City-based L-3 Communications Corp.'s proposed offering of $500 million senior unsecured notes due 2016. The company plans to issue the notes as a drawdown to its existing unlimited shelf registration and use the proceeds, in combination with cash on hand, to redeem $500 million in principal of the outstanding 6.375% senior subordinated notes due 2015. Our ratings on L-3 Communications reflect its position as a leading supplier of products and services to the U.S. and foreign militaries, solid earnings and cash flow, and good program diversity. Significant competition in the defense electronics and government services markets, slowing defense budget...
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