KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) today announced a strategic expansion of its middle market capabilities with the addition of a five-person family office and private capital team led by Ward Nixon, who joins as Commercial Leader based in KeyBank's Overland Park, Kansas office.

-Eddie Bauer LLC (the “Retail Company”), operator of Eddie Bauer stores in the United States and Canada and a licensee of the Eddie Bauer brand, today announced that it has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement (“RSA”) with the Retail Company’s secured lenders and commenced voluntary chapter 11 cases in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey (the “Court”).

Second Avenue Capital Partners (SACP), a leading provider of asset-based loans and structured financing solutions, served as Administrative Agent for a $126,000,000 senior secured credit facility supporting the acquisition of Mirai Casting Group ("Mirai Casting," or the "Company"). The facility included a $65,000,000 working capital revolver and a $6,500,000 machinery and equipment term loan to the United States-based entities, with SACP serving as Collateral Agent and Lender for both.

Great Rock Capital, a private credit firm specializing in middle market lending, announced today that it has closed a $175 million senior secured revolving credit facility for A Crane Rental, LLC (“A Crane”), for which it served as Administrative Agent. A Crane is a leading full-service infrastructure services provider specializing in crane rental and heavy-lifting solutions for the construction and industrial maintenance industries.

Republic Business Credit provided an $8.5 million asset-based loan (ABL) facility to a Midwest-based sponsor-backed transportation company. The facility will refinance the Company’s existing line of credit while providing additional working capital, enabling it to grow despite industry headwinds.

SouthStar Capital is pleased to announce the funding of a $750,000 accounts receivable financing facility for a Central Florida–based construction materials supplier. The growing company provides shell-based and aggregate products to contractors throughout the region, supporting ongoing residential and commercial development.

Archway, a specialty finance firm focused on relationship-driven capital solutions, is pleased to announce that George Vartanov has joined the firm as a Director serving in the capacity of underwriter.

Womble Bond Dickinson announced today that Mark Riedy has joined the firm as a partner in its Finance, Bankruptcy & Restructuring Practice Group, where he will lead the firm’s Energy & Infrastructure Project Finance practice.

Bidding opens on February 11 in a major Tiger Group biopharma-industry auction of new and late-model GMP Manufacturing and Quality Control Laboratory equipment as well as brand-new support inventory—assets with an original at-cost value exceeding $5 million.

BriteCap Financial, a technology-enabled small business funding platform, today announced that it surpassed $1 billion in total originations since inception, crossing the milestone in December 2025.

francesca’s®, a specialty retail brand known for its distinctive boutique-style experience, today announced that it has voluntarily filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. The filing is intended to facilitate a court-supervised process to maximize value for stakeholders.

Winston & Strawn LLP today announced the appointment of Brett Johnson as Co-Chair of the firm’s Litigation Department, serving alongside Linda Coberly, who assumed the role in 2024. Together, they will guide the continued growth and strategic direction of the firm’s world-class litigation practice.

SLIM Capital LLC (“SLIM”), a nationwide provider of equipment financing and leasing solutions, proudly celebrates its 10-year anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of steady growth, industry innovation, and strong relationships with brokers, vendors, and business owners across the country.

nFusion Capital, a leading provider of financing solutions to small and middle-market businesses, provided a $5 million asset based facility to a Denver-based manufacturer and distributor of smoking accessories such as organizational rolling trays, papers, filters, and premium lifestyle goods.

There were 956 commercial Chapter 11 filings in January 2026, an increase of 76% from the 544 filings registered in January 2025, according to data provided by Epiq AACER, the leading provider of US bankruptcy filing data. The rise in overall commercial Chapter 11 filings is primarily driven by related filings from larger corporate parent companies.

eCapital Corp. (“eCapital”), a tech-enabled specialty finance provider serving small and midsize businesses across North America and the United Kingdom, has delivered a $17.5 million asset-based lending facility.

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FET) announced today it has entered into an amendment to its senior secured asset-based lending credit facility (“Credit Facility”). Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., and Bank of America, N.A., acted as joint lead arrangers and joint book runners. Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, will continue to act as the administrative agent.

Strata Critical Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRTA, “Strata” or the “Company”), a leading provider of logistics and medical services in the organ transplant industry, today announced that the Company has entered into a credit agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for secured, asset-based revolving credit loans in aggregate principal amount of up to $30.0 million, which, subject to certain conditions, may be increased up to an aggregate of $50.0 million (the “ABL Facility”).

Tiger Finance has amended its existing credit facility with Southern California-based The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”) to provide the fitness and nutrition leader with enhanced financial flexibility.

Old Glory Bank, serving customers in all 50 states with its pro-America, FDIC-insured, online banking platform, today announced continued momentum in its small and medium business banking growth, reporting a 10% increase in new business deposit accounts in January 2026.