Distressed debt investing: the basics

By Troy Ungerman (Toronto) on February 1, 2018 Posted in Finance, M&A

Whether it’s the tightening of the credit markets, a regulatory shift, margin erosion due to influx of competition, or structural changes such as in the retail industry as of late: there are plenty of reasons that get companies into deep water and create opportunities for distressed debt investing in Canada. The more difficult question is … Continue reading

Rising retail bankruptcies present ample opportunity for distressed investors

By Troy Ungerman (Toronto) on November 7, 2017 Posted in Finance, M&A

The recent giant retail bankruptcy filings by Toys ‘R’ Us and Sears Canada are not standalone cases in the retail sector. According to the recent Quarterly Report Of Business Bankruptcy Filings, in 2016, the United States experienced a year-on-year increase of 26% in the number of retail company bankruptcy filings. The sector generated 15.77% of … Continue reading

Distressing prospects for distressed debt?

By Troy Ungerman (Toronto) on March 7, 2017 Posted in Corporate finance, Finance, M&A

According to a Debtwire report released this month, the North American distressed debt market will be characterized by continued volatility throughout 2017, with the oil & gas sector presenting the most attractive opportunity for investors. Financial services, industrials and real estate were also identified in the report as being ripe for investment in the coming … Continue reading