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Debt, credit & capital structure · Core

Bridge loan

Also called: bridge facility

ELI5

Short-term financing intended to cover a gap until another event or financing.

Used in conversation

“The headline changes once we calculate bridge loan consistently.”

Pitch context

You will see “Bridge loan” 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.

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