Archive · 25 Sep 2025
First Brands-Linked Financing Units File for Bankruptcy
Companies that helped auto-parts maker First Brands get money have gone bankrupt.
These companies, called Carnaby Capital Holdings, owe between $1 billion and $10 billion.
The owner of First Brands is also the boss of the Carnaby units.
This bankruptcy could make things worse for First Brands, which is considering its own bankruptcy after having trouble getting a loan.
They have been using a financing method that lets them get cash quickly.
A report from Moody’s said revenues increased after they acquired some companies using debt.
Companies tied to First Brands Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
The filings were made by Carnaby Capital Holdings.
Carnaby's liabilities are estimated at $1 billion to $10 billion.
Patrick James, First Brands CEO, is listed as a leader in the Carnaby units.
This development puts more pressure on First Brands itself.
- Who
- Carnaby Capital Holdings, First Brands, Patrick James
- What
- Financing units linked to First Brands Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Southern District of Texas
- Why
- Unknown, though it puts further pressure on First Brands which is also considering bankruptcy.
Company's Perspective
Creditor's Perspective
Debt Restructuring
Company's Perspective
Seeking new rescue loans.
Creditor's Perspective
Seeking quality-of-earnings report.
- Company
- First Brands Group
- Financing Units
- Carnaby Capital Holdings
- Bankruptcy Filing
- Chapter 11
- Liabilities
- $1 billion - $10 billion
- First Brands CEO
- Patrick James
- Legal Representation
- Weil, Gotshal and Manges
- Lender Mentioned
- Carval Credit Opportunities