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Private Equity Firm
Lion Capital
AUM$4 billion
Founded2004
HQLondon, UK
European private equity firm focused on consumer brands.
Track Record
Total Acquisitions1
Bankruptcy Rate100%
Avg Hold Period0.0yrs
High-Risk Track Record
100% of companies owned by this firm have filed for bankruptcy. This is significantly above the industry average.
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 Neglect
COMMONbrand portfolio neglect is a common PE tactic.
Supply Chain Compression
COMMONsupply chain compression is a common PE tactic.
R&D Reduction
COMMONR&D reduction is a common PE tactic.
Quality Ingredient Substitution
COMMONquality ingredient substitution is a common PE tactic.
Portfolio Companies
Current and former holdings