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Private Equity Firm

Sun Capital Partners

AUM$10 billion
Founded1995
HQBoca Raton, FL

Private investment firm focused on leveraged buyouts and operationally intensive investments.

Track Record

Total Acquisitions15
Bankruptcy Rate33%
Avg Hold Period0.0yrs
High-Risk Track Record

33% of companies owned by this firm have filed for bankruptcy. This is significantly above the industry average.

Known Tactics

Cost Cutting

COMMON

Aggressive reduction in labor costs, supplier payments, and operational expenses.

Debt Loading

COMMON

Adding significant debt to acquired company balance sheets, often to fund dividends to PE owners.

Brand Portfolio Optimization

COMMON

brand portfolio optimization is a common PE tactic.

Supply Chain Consolidation

COMMON

supply chain consolidation is a common PE tactic.

Menu Simplification

COMMON

menu simplification is a common PE tactic.

Franchise Expansion

COMMON

franchise expansion is a common PE tactic.

Portfolio Companies

Current and former holdings

Notable Outcomes