LBO & Paper LBO
In a paper LBO, how does cash interest reduce returns versus PIK interest?
Model answer
Cash-pay interest is paid each period, reducing the FCF available to sweep down debt — so the debt balance falls more slowly and exit net debt is higher, lowering exit equity. PIK (payment-in-kind)…
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