Capital Structuring

Q: What is capital structuring?

Capital structuring is designing and optimising how a company is financed - the mix of equity and debt, classes of shares and instruments, and holdings of promoters and investors - supporting the company's strategy, managing cost of capital and risk, and preparing it for fundraising or a listing.

Q: Why does capital structure matter?

It affects cost of capital, financial flexibility, risk, control, and how attractive the company is to investors and lenders, as well as readiness for major events. A sound structure supports growth and reduces cost, while a poor one can constrain the business or create problems.

Q: Can you restructure our capital as well as advise on it?

Yes. We advise on the optimal structure and support implementing the changes - such as reshaping share capital, adjusting the equity and debt mix, and aligning holdings - coordinating the necessary steps to move from the current to the target structure efficiently and correctly.

Designing the Right Mix of Equity and Debt to Support Growth and a Successful IPO

How a company is financed — the balance of equity and debt, the classes of shares, promoter and investor holdings, and the overall capital structure — has a profound effect on its cost of capital, flexibility, control, and readiness for events such as fundraising or an IPO. The right capital structure supports growth and appeals to investors; the wrong one can constrain the business or create obstacles when it matters most. Ahead of an IPO in particular, the capital structure often needs to be reviewed and reshaped to meet requirements and present well to the market.

Our capital structuring services help you design and optimise your capital structure for your goals — improving efficiency and flexibility, and preparing the structure for fundraising or a listing. We align your financing with your strategy and the requirements ahead. This service supports the broader IPO advisory and IPO readiness assessment, connects with tax optimisation, and complements our fundraising advisory.

Our Capital Structuring Services

Structure Review

Reviewing your current capital structure and identifying improvements.

Equity & Debt Mix

Optimising the balance of equity and debt for your goals.

Share Capital & Classes

Structuring share capital, classes, and instruments appropriately.

Promoter & Investor Holdings

Aligning promoter and investor holdings with requirements.

Pre-IPO Restructuring

Reshaping the capital structure to prepare for a listing.

Efficiency & Flexibility

Improving cost of capital, flexibility, and investor appeal.

Benefits of Professional Capital Structuring

A capital structure aligned with your strategy and goals
Improved cost of capital, flexibility, and control
Greater appeal to investors and lenders
A structure prepared for fundraising or an IPO
Requirements met ahead of a listing
Fewer obstacles when raising capital or listing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is capital structuring?

Capital structuring is the process of designing and optimising how a company is financed — the mix of equity and debt, the classes of shares and instruments, and the holdings of promoters and investors. A well-designed capital structure supports the company's strategy, manages cost of capital and risk, and prepares it for events such as fundraising or a listing.

Why does capital structure matter?

The capital structure affects the cost of capital, financial flexibility, risk, control, and how attractive the company is to investors and lenders. It also affects readiness for major events. A sound structure can support growth and reduce cost, while a poor one can constrain the business or create problems when raising capital or listing.

Why is capital structuring important before an IPO?

Ahead of an IPO, the capital structure often needs review and reshaping to meet listing requirements, achieve an appropriate promoter and public shareholding position, and present well to the market. Addressing the structure in advance helps avoid last-minute obstacles and supports a smoother, more credible offering.

How is this different from fund structuring?

Capital structuring concerns how an operating company is financed — its own equity and debt and shareholding. Fund structuring, by contrast, concerns setting up an investment fund vehicle. They are distinct services for different purposes. If you need to optimise your company's financing, capital structuring is the relevant service.

Can you restructure our capital as well as advise on it?

Yes. We not only advise on the optimal capital structure but also support implementing the changes — such as reshaping share capital, adjusting the equity and debt mix, and aligning holdings — coordinating the necessary steps. This helps move your company from its current structure to the target structure efficiently and correctly.

Build the Right Capital Structure

Capital structuring services to optimise your financing and prepare for fundraising or an IPO.