Recapitalization is a corporate restructuring strategy aimed at changing a company's capital structure. This involves altering the mix of debt and equity to stabilize the company’s balance sheet, improve financial health, or achieve specific strategic goals.
Recapitalization can enhance financial stability, reduce the cost of capital, and improve shareholder value. It can also provide liquidity to shareholders and fund growth initiatives.
The process can be costly and complex, potentially leading to increased leverage and financial risk. Mismanaged recapitalizations can also dilute existing shareholder value.
Recapitalization can affect various stakeholders differently. While it might benefit shareholders and management by increasing share value or achieving strategic goals, it can pose risks to creditors if leverage increases significantly. Employees might also be impacted if operational changes accompany financial restructuring.
In 2013, Dell Inc. underwent a leveraged recapitalization led by founder Michael Dell and Silver Lake Partners. The company increased its debt to repurchase shares and take the company private, aiming to focus on long-term growth away from public market pressures.
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