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Operating partners are an essential component within private equity (PE) firms acting as the link between the PE firms and their portfolio companies.
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Accredited investors meet qualifications and professional criteria to access exclusive investment opportunities. They must meet income and net worth requirements, unlike non-accredited individuals, and can invest without limitations.
Business debt, also referred to as commercial debt, encompasses any obligations that a company undertakes for business purposes. It facilitates business operations like growth initiatives and covering day-to-day expenses
A business' cash position signifies the funds it has on hand for operational needs. This comprises cash, convertible assets, investments and outstanding payments.
Liquidation is distinct from bankruptcy as it involves a firm converting assets into cash to repay debts through actions like stopping operations selling assets ending contracts and letting go of employees.
Companies are not legally obligated to pay common stock dividends, whereas cumulative preferred dividends must be paid before others according to the contractual terms between shareholders and the company.