Home
Conferences
Webinars Why us News Job openings Our fund Become a sponsor
Become a sponsor

Distressed Investments

Distressed investments refer to the purchase of debt or equity securities of companies that are in weak financial condition, distressed, or bankrupt. Private equity firms and other investors may specialize in distressed investing, aiming to turn around troubled companies and sell them for a profit. Two common distressed investment strategies are purchasing the debt of distressed companies at discounted prices and converting debt holdings into equity stakes, or providing rescue financing in exchange for equity. The goal is to implement major restructurings to restore the business to viability then exit at an optimal time. However, turnarounds often fail. Distressed investing requires expertise in bankruptcy proceedings, debt restructuring, and operational reorganizations to profitably execute deals. When successful, distressed investments can produce extremely high returns due to the low prices of purchasing shares in troubled companies.

Blog

Other news you might be also interested in

Inside MidEuropa’s Strategy to Build and Scale Digital Champions in Emerging Europe

Marek Rodak, Partner at MidEuropa, shares how the firm identifies and scales technology companies across Central and Eastern Europe by backing “digital champions”—tech-driven businesses with regional roots and global ambitions. In this exclusive interview, he explains why CEE is primed for digital innovation, how MidEuropa leverages consolidation strategies to create market leaders, and what emerging trends are shaping the future of tech investing in the region.

Inside the EU-11 with Abris Capital: Europe’s Untapped Engine for the Next Mid-Market Private Equity Boom

As global capital looks for resilient growth and undervalued opportunity, Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is increasingly standing out. Edgar Kolesnik, Partner at Abris Capital Partners, shares why the region offers far more than macro tailwinds. From underpenetrated markets and exceptional management talent to Abris’ hands-on value creation and ESG integration strategy, Kolesnik outlines how disciplined investors can unlock returns—and resilience—across Emerging Europe’s fragmented but fast-growing mid-market landscape.

The 5 Opportunities and Challenges of Investing in Emerging Europe

As global VC and growth-stage investors look beyond saturated markets, Emerging Europe is increasingly in the spotlight. In this interview, Peter Tanczos, Managing Partner at Euroventures, outlines five compelling opportunities—and five real challenges—that define this high-potential but complex region. From world-class technical talent and capital efficiency to regulatory hurdles and fragmented markets, this is a must-read guide for investors navigating one of Europe’s most dynamic frontiers.