Recapitalization refers to the process of restructuring a company's debt or equity to improve its financial stability. Some synonyms for recapitalization include capital restructuring, capital optimization, equity infusion, and refinancing. Capital restructuring involves altering the proportion of debt and equity in a company's capital structure. Capital optimization refers to optimizing the company's capital base by adjusting its capital and financial structure to achieve a desired financial outcome. Equity infusion refers to the infusion of capital into the company by issuing new shares or selling existing equity. Refinancing implies securing new debt or replacing existing debt with lower-cost or less-damaging debt. Whatever term is used, the goal of recapitalization is ultimately to improve a company's financial health and position on the market.