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Debt, credit & capital structure · Core

Acceleration

Also called: debt acceleration

ELI5

Making outstanding debt immediately due after a specified event.

Used in conversation

“Keep acceleration on the dashboard, but show the definition and reporting period beside it.”

Pitch context

You will see “Acceleration” in financial models, budgets, board packs and investor materials when the discussion reaches debt, credit & capital structure.

Why it matters: In debt, credit & capital structure, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Connected terms

  • AccelerationThe same visible label “Acceleration” names different concepts.
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