GE Corporate Lending Provides $200 Million Credit Facility to KB Toys

Business Wire, Feb 12, 2007

NORWALK, Conn. -- GE Commercial Finance - Corporate Lending today announced it has provided a $200 million asset-based credit facility to KB Toys, Inc., the largest mall-based toy retailer in the U.S. The loan will be used to refinance existing debt and for working capital needs.

In business for over 80 years, KB Toys is based in Pittsfield, Massachusetts and operates stores throughout the U.S., Guam and Puerto Rico.

"GE's in-depth industry expertise allowed them to understand our business, the unique nature of toy retailing and our financing needs," said Greg Staley, CEO of KB Toys, Inc. "They delivered what they promised and structured the financing to help maximize liquidity and flexibility. The facility allows us to continue our turnaround, satisfy our vendor needs and at the same time provides us with greater resources to expand our product offerings."

"Understanding the nuances of the retail market provides us with a unique perspective into the challenges and opportunities our clients in this sector are facing," said Jim Hogan, managing director of GE-Corporate Lending's Retail group. "We are better able to meet their needs by incorporating this knowledge into our underwriting which ultimately helps us provide smarter capital to clients."

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