recapitalization

American  

[ree-kap-i-tl-uh-zey-shuhn] / riˌkæp ɪ tl əˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. a revision of a corporation's capital structure by an exchange of securities.

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Etymology

Origin of recapitalization

First recorded in 1925–30; re- + capitalization

Example Sentences

"Lockheed Martin has decided not to respond to the U.S. Air Force's KC-135 fleet recapitalization Request for Information," Lockheed spokesperson Stephanie Stinn said in a statement.

From Reuters • Oct. 23, 2023

The airline apologized for the “extremely painful decision” but said “significant financial pressures” made it necessary to temporarily halt operations pending shareholder restructuring and recapitalization of the company.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 2023

Proterra said in a statement Monday that its bankruptcy was made “in an effort to strengthen its financial position through a recapitalization or going-concern sale.”

From Washington Times • Aug. 8, 2023

In February, Mr. Biden took steps toward releasing half that amount for humanitarian purposes and, under certain conditions, recapitalization of the Afghan central bank.

From Washington Post • Aug. 20, 2022

Tough measures—including passage of adequate bankruptcy and foreclosure legislation as well as privatization of state-owned companies and recapitalization of the financial sector—remain undone.

From The 1999 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency