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Bankruptcy, foreclosure, creditors, stalking horse bidders: time for buyers to brush up on all things distressed.

Borrowers look to new alternatives for financing to help them stay sustainable during the pandemic.

Force majeure events and market volatility caused by the coronavirus pandemic threaten growth prospects for a large segment of U.S. businesses.

Automotive aftermarket retailers are currently scrambling to launch or improve their e-commerce offerings with brick-and-mortar stores being closed. This is creating deal opportunities for PE firms such as Kian Capital.

Sellers will want floors in purchase price adjustments, while buyers want to make sure businesses still have enough working capital.

A significant aspect of the emergency and acute care delivery system has mobilized to address the virus while healthcare services focused on non-essential and elective care have been delayed, impacting the M&A landscape for the foreseeable future.

Buying opportunities still exist, but a higher risk tolerance will be needed as buyers become less certain.

CVCs can access new technologies, while gaining venture capital returns, and evaluating businesses for potential acquisitions.

For risk managers, Covid-19 presents a stark reminder of the need to prepare for threats proactively.