Private equity firm specializing in retail and consumer investments.
33% of companies owned by this firm have filed for bankruptcy. This is significantly above the industry average.
Aggressive reduction in labor costs, supplier payments, and operational expenses.
Adding significant debt to acquired company balance sheets, often to fund dividends to PE owners.
real estate sale-leaseback is a common PE tactic.
supplier payment delays is a common PE tactic.
inventory reduction is a common PE tactic.
staff layoffs is a common PE tactic.
maintenance deferral is a common PE tactic.
Current and former holdings