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Private Equity Firm
Bain Capital
AUM$180 billion
Founded1984
HQBoston, MA
Private investment firm based in Boston that invests across multiple asset classes.
Track Record
Total Acquisitions35
Bankruptcy Rate11%
Avg Hold Period6.5yrs
Known Tactics
Cost Cutting
COMMONAggressive reduction in labor costs, supplier payments, and operational expenses.
Debt Loading
COMMONAdding significant debt to acquired company balance sheets, often to fund dividends to PE owners.
Brand Portfolio Optimization
COMMONbrand portfolio optimization is a common PE tactic.
Operational Restructuring
COMMONoperational restructuring is a common PE tactic.
Franchise Model Expansion
COMMONfranchise model expansion is a common PE tactic.
Portfolio Companies
Current and former holdings