First Brands boss weighs resigning under pressure from lenders
Car parts maker’s rapid downfall has raised concerns of widespread losses on Wall Street
Car parts maker’s rapid downfall has raised concerns of widespread losses on Wall Street

Company considers bankruptcy as its finances worsen

Loans trade at distressed levels after ‘chaotic’ selling as investors brace for tricky restructuring

The company is relying on a $48mn infusion from automakers to continue operating

Debt intended to stabilise the auto parts maker has fallen sharply to trade at about 70 cents on the dollar

Bankrupt car parts maker only has enough money to operate through end of January as advisers race to raise capital

Rapid growth of $2tn market has led to hastily done deals and hurried due diligence, say fund managers