recapitalization
noun
re·cap·i·tal·i·za·tion
(ˌ)rē-ˌka-pə-tə-lə-ˈzā-shən 
-ˌkap-tə-
: a revision of the capital structure of a corporation
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The company completed a recapitalization in October that cemented its structure as a nonprofit with a controlling stake in its for-profit business.
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Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Rather than influencing affairs through pressure tactics, Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management intends to lead a structural recapitalization, buying more shares, putting allies on the board, and re-listing the company in New York while existing management operates the company.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
The big loser in that Canadian TV horse race is Corus, a major buyer of American series from major Hollywood studio suppliers, but which has been hobbled by a recapitalization plan to stay in business that has yet to receive final approval from the CRTC, the country’s TV watchdog.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Following a recapitalization and restructuring plan announced in January, Avelo solidified its long-term commitment to the Charlotte region.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026
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Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Rather than influencing affairs through pressure tactics, Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management intends to lead a structural recapitalization, buying more shares, putting allies on the board, and re-listing the company in New York while existing management operates the company.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
The big loser in that Canadian TV horse race is Corus, a major buyer of American series from major Hollywood studio suppliers, but which has been hobbled by a recapitalization plan to stay in business that has yet to receive final approval from the CRTC, the country’s TV watchdog.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Following a recapitalization and restructuring plan announced in January, Avelo solidified its long-term commitment to the Charlotte region.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Recapitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recapitalization. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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