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Buffets Inc. Downgraded To 'D' From 'CCC' On Missed Interest Payment On First-Lien Term Loan Jan 12
Standard & Poors, Jan 2012
Abstract
NEW YORK (Standard & Poor's) Jan. 10, 2012--Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said today that it lowered its corporate credit rating on Eagan, Minn.-based buffet-style restaurant operator Buffet Inc. to 'D' from 'CCC'. We also lowered our issue-level rating on the company's first-lien term loan due 2015 to 'D' from 'CCC'. The '3' recovery rating on the notes remains unchanged and indicates our expectation for meaningful (50% to 70%) recovery of principal in the event of a payment default. 'The downgrade reflects Buffets' recently missed interest payment on its first-lien term loan,' said Standard & Poor's credit analyst Andy Sookram. He added 'We view the company's liquidity as 'less than adequate' based on our criteria.' Cash balances continue to decline...
Companies mentioned in this report are: Buffets Inc.
Action: Downgraded
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Research type: News
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