what is a share capital structure
DEFINITION of 'Capital Structure'. A mix of a company's long-term debt, specific short-term debt, common equity and preferred equity.The capital structure is how a firm finances its overall operations and growth by using different sources of funds.Debt comes in the form of bond issues or long-term notes payable, while equity is classified as common stock, preferred stock or retained earnings.Short-term debt such as working capital requirements is also considered to be part of the capital structure. Next Up.ebt comes in the form of bond issues or long-term notes payable, while equity is classified as common stock, preferred stock or retained earnings. Short-term debt such as working capital requirements is also considered to be part of the capital structure. Next Up.