LBO & Paper LBO
Lenders will only provide 4.0x of leverage but your model needs 6.0x of non-equity funding to hit the fund's hurdle at the agreed price. What are your options?
Model answer
Bridge the gap with structure or reprice the deal
- junior capital — mezzanine, second lien, PIK notes, or holdco debt above the 4.0x senior
- preferred or structured equity from a minority…
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