What is Debt Capital?

Debt Capital is a form of financing obtained through borrowings by a firm from different lending sources like banks, bonds, and financial institutions. The borrower agrees to repay the loan principal together with the agreed interest at the end of an agreed period. Debt capital is one of the most essential parts of any corporation’s financing system.

It is one of the two methods used by firms to raise finances for their activities and growth, with the second being equity capital (funds raised through issuing ownership shares).

Common Capital Debt Financing Instruments

A capital debt can assume different forms according to the type of business being financed:

• Term Loans: Money borrowed in one chunk from a lending institution, payable according to an agreed schedule with interest
• Lines of Credit: Credit that can be accessed on demand by the business and is paid for according to the amount used, with interest
• Bonds: Money owed by the business to investors, usually common with bigger and public firms, which will pay the bondholders the face value of the bonds together with interest payments
• Convertible Notes: This is a combination of debt financing and equity financing; it is mostly used by startups
• Asset-Based Loans: Debt incurred against certain assets of the business, such as equipment or accounts receivable

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