What is it?
DirectLenderMatch classifies Debtor-in-Possession (DIP) Financing under the financing form “Superpriority bankruptcy financing.” Its typical use in this directory is: Finance Chapter 11 operations.
How does it work?
The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Bankruptcy estate assets/cash flow. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.
What can it be used for?
Finance Chapter 11 operations.
What backs or supports it?
Bankruptcy estate assets/cash flow.
Why does this structure exist?
This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.
Important considerations
Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.
Is this actually a loan?
Workbook classification: Yes. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.
Verified lenders or providers
Direct private-credit lender
Argosy Credit Partners
Argosy Credit Partners currently lists Debtor-in-Possession Loans among its direct lending solutions.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-23
Direct opportunistic-credit provider
Brookfield / Oaktree Opportunistic Credit
Brookfield/Oaktree's current credit platform explicitly lists Rescue Financing, DIP Financing and Exit Financing.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-23
Direct opportunistic-credit provider
Oaktree Capital Management
Oaktree's opportunistic-credit strategy includes distressed and rescue financings.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-23
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