Debtor In Possession (DIP)
A company that continues to operate while under the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. Investopedia Says:
Chapter 11 gives the debtor a fresh start, subject to the debtor's fulfillment of its obligations under its plan of reorganization. Related Terms:
Bankruptcy
Chapter 11
Debtor
Debtor in Possession Financing
Incipient Default
Priming Loan
Senior Issue Debtor-In-Possession Financing (DIP Financing)
Financing arranged by a company while under the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. DIP financing is unique from other financing methods in that it usually has priority over existing debt, equity and other claims. Investopedia Says:
Chapter 11 gives the debtor a fresh start, which is, however, subject to the debtor's fulfillment of its obligations under its plan of reorganization. Related Terms:
Bankruptcy
Chapter 11
Debt
Debtor
Debtor in Possession |