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

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

Fagan, who was sworn in June 1, takes charge during a period of transition as the Coast Guard undertakes a sweeping recapitalization of an aging fleet that includes bringing new icebreakers to Seattle.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2022

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

“We do not see recapitalization of the D.A.B. as a near-term option,” said Thomas West, the American government’s special representative for Afghanistan, referring to the initials for the central bank.

From New York Times • Aug. 15, 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