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In this strategy the lead arranger agrees to underwrite less than 100 % of the loan (typically the amount it is prepared to hold on its own balance sheet after general syndication) and attempts to place the remainder in the bank market
Risk
The borrower pays the lead arranger an arrangement fee for its services and pays other lenders closing fees for their commitments. Thus, the borrower takes the risk that the market does not accept the deal and that it might have to pay higher fees or spreads to entice greater participation.