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Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Debt Management: Strategies and Risk
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May 302025
In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we dive into the world of corporate debt management, a crucial aspect of business strategy that can fuel growth or sink companies if mismanaged. Join us as we break down the fundamentals of debt versus equity financing, explore real-world examples like Tesla, Apple, and Toys R Us, and reveal best practices that companies use to navigate the complex financial landscape. Learn how companies use leverage to amplify returns, the strategic use of convertible debt in high-growth phases, and the risks of over-leverage with cautionary tales from companies like Evergrande. From term loans to mezzanine financing, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of the tools and strategies finance professionals need to manage debt effectively. Whether you're a finance student, an aspiring corporate finance professional, or someone looking to understand how companies manage financial risks and optimize capital structures, this conversation offers invaluable insights and practical strategies for success. In this episode, you’ll learn:
  • The key principles of leverage and optimal capital structure.
  • How companies like Tesla and Apple strategically use debt to fund growth.
  • The risks of poor debt management, including real-world examples like Evergrande and Toys R Us.
  • Best practices for managing corporate debt and financial risk.
  • Actionable insights into managing interest rate risk, refinancing risk, and covenant compliance.
Who is this episode for? Aspiring finance professionals, corporate finance teams, treasury managers, investment bankers, and anyone interested in understanding how debt shapes business strategy and risk management. 🎧 Learn more and explore CFI’s Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA) certification now! Listen on Spotify: https://cfi.to/uioKC Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://cfi.to/uioKD Visit our Website: https://cfi.to/uioKE Subscribe to FinPod: https://cfi.to/uioKF #CorporateFinance #DebtManagement #FinancialStrategy #CapitalMarkets #InvestmentBanking #BusinessRisk #FinanceCareers #CFICourses #FinancialModeling #TreasuryManagement #CapitalStructure

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