Structure the Deal: Detailed Steps

TOOL I1


Review
Scope of Analysis
Credit Base Conclusion
– Where are the gaps in the risk grid?
– Which natural mitigants are we relying on?
– Which business development opportunities do we need to lock in?
Structure Risk
What additional structures risks
should be added to the risk grid?
– What is the position of present and future stakeholders re claims on key assets, cashflows and contracts?
– Are there any cross border risks?
– Does the proposed deal structure increase risk?
Mitigation
How much can we expect?
Consider level of risk / negotiating power /
commercial benefit to the client, market practice
Prioritise
‒  gaps in the risk grid and natural mitigants on which we are relying
‒  cashflows, assets and contracts to be controlled to mitigate the gaps identified above.
Direct ControlThe Bank has the power on default to
‒  use cash to reduce debt immediately
‒  realise assets quickly (3-6 months?) and then use cash to reduce debt immediately
‒  complete the contract and / or realise liquidated damages into cash and then use cash to reduce debt immediately

Options include collateral, assignment of contracts, transactional control, escrow accounts

To what extent does the proposed structure provide the desired level of direct control?

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *