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Remix: How private equity took over everything

Decoder with Nilay Patel

CHAPTER

Private Equity Strategies and Impact on Various Industries

The chapter explores how private equity companies strategically use bankruptcy to benefit themselves, manipulating processes to shift responsibilities and debts in their favor. It discusses the misunderstood practices of private equity by judges, lawmakers, and regulators, emphasizing the need for public awareness of the impacts on areas like nursing homes, pensions, and consumer services. Furthermore, it addresses the competitive challenges in the tech industry, potential antitrust issues, and the necessity for regulatory reforms to prevent excessive market consolidation.

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