OPTICAL CABLE CORP current report, Q4 FY2007

Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Optical Cable Corporation
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: October 26, 2007
Event: Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement (Amendment to Commercial Loan Agreement)

Key Financial Metrics

This filing does not report revenue, profit, cash flow, or operating margins. It specifically addresses debt capacity and terms:

  • Loan Facility: Real Estate Loan with Valley Bank.
  • Maximum Borrowing Capacity: $6.5 million.
  • Outstanding Balance (as of Oct 26, 2007): $0.
  • Interest Rate: Fixed at 7.50%.
  • Collateral: First deed of trust on Company real property.
  • Amortization: Principal and interest calculated based on a 25-year schedule.

Material Changes Versus Prior Period

The Company amended its existing Commercial Loan Agreement. The primary material change is the extension of the draw period:

  • Previous Draw Period: Not specified in text.
  • New Draw Period End Date: February 28, 2009.
  • Maturity Date: Unpaid balance due October 1, 2011.
  • Other Terms: All other material terms remain unchanged.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Management Commentary: The filing confirms no material relationships exist between the Company/affiliates and Valley Bank regarding this loan.
Risks/Contingencies: The filing does not disclose specific risks beyond the standard obligations of the loan agreement (monthly principal and interest payments).
Unusual Items: None reported.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Verify the Company's current cash position to assess the likelihood of utilizing the $6.5 million draw capacity before the February 28, 2009 deadline.
  • Confirm the specific real property pledged as collateral under the first deed of trust.
  • Review the Company's most recent 10-Q or 10-K to understand the impact of the 7.50% fixed interest rate on future interest expense if the facility is drawn.
  • Check for any subsequent filings regarding the actual drawdown of funds under this amended agreement.