Definition for : Flex
A "Flex" clause in a Syndicated loan allows the Arranger to increase or decrease the Spread on the loan to reflect a situation of over-subscription or under-subscription. A "Market flex" clause allows to increase the Spread in case of deterioration of the market conditions.
(See Chapter 22 Shares of the Vernimmen)
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