A symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product.

Acquisition of a company made for the sole purpose of merging it into a division of the acquirer.

A legal document that a creditor (i.e., seller) files to give notice to the public that it has a security interest in the property of a debtor (i.e., buyer).

A Uniform Commercial Code form to request information regarding a UCC lien.

A form used to make changes (e.g., continuation, release, termination, etc.) to a previously filed UCC-1 statement.

A comprehensive set of laws governing commercial transactions between U.S. states.

A discount applied to the value of a company, such as a discount for a minority interest or lack of marketability or control.

An aspect or characteristic of a company that increases its value.

Costs that fluctuate with changes in revenue.

A segment of the private equity industry that focuses on investing in companies with high growth rates and the potential of very high returns.