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Private equity faces an $860 billion zombie-company problem

A report highlights an $860 billion problem involving financially distressed or stagnant companies held by private equity firms.

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Widespread failures or restructurings could affect credit markets and investors.

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  1. Private equity's $860 billion zombie company problem ↗fortune.com · Recorded source date: Aug 25, 2026, 11:32 AM UTC

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