Ch 3 Deck 13 Flashcards
form of financing used for a company about to file or who has already filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code
Debtor in possession (DIP) financing
DIP financing has priority over
common stockholders in a bankruptcy proceeding
DIP financing allows a company to
pay employees during a bankruptcy
DIP financing provides a source of funds that may not be available from
a bank
the company to make the first bid on the assets of a bankrupt company
Stalking horse bidder
The stalking horse bidder negotiates an agreement that
other bidders must accept or make a better offer
The stalking horse bidder has more time for
due diligence than other bidders
The stalking horse bid comes with no
guarantees to close the deal