AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTC Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FTCI), a leading provider of solar tracker systems, software, and engineering services, announced today that it has entered into an amended credit agreement with its lenders, relating primarily to the principal prepayment terms and the financial covenants that would have applied during the remainder of 2026.

Key terms of the amendment include the following:

Deferral of $5 million cash repayment requirement that was otherwise due September, 30, 2026 to March 31, 2027
No financial covenants apply to the third quarter of 2026 and will not apply to the fourth quarter of 2026
Future cash balance covenant adjusted to $15 million and will be tested starting January 4, 2027
Removal of full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA covenant
Introduction of first quarter 2027 adjusted EBITDA covenant of $2 million
Other financial covenants (revenue, direct margin, purchase order amounts) begin to apply at the end of the first quarter of 2027

"We’re pleased to announce this amendment, which reflects the strength of our partnership with our lenders, and the progress we continue to make as a company," said Anthony Carroll, CEO of FTC Solar. "These adjustments provide us with greater flexibility to execute our business strategy and position the company for sustainable, long-term growth, while allowing that growth to develop organically."

Additional information related to the amended agreement can be found in the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed today with SEC.

About FTC Solar Inc.

Founded in 2017 by a group of renewable energy industry veterans, FTC Solar is a leading provider of solar tracker systems, technology, software, and engineering services. Solar trackers significantly increase energy production at solar power installations by dynamically optimizing solar panel orientation to the sun. FTC Solar’s innovative tracker designs provide compelling performance and reliability, with an industry-leading installation cost-per-watt advantage.

FTC Solar Investor Contact:

Bill Michalek

Vice President, Investor Relations

FTC Solar

T: (737) 241-8618

E: IR@FTCSolar.com

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