LBO & Paper LBO
What financial covenants would you expect in an LBO credit facility, and how are the levels set?
Model answer
The classic maintenance covenants are a maximum net leverage ratio (net debt/EBITDA) and sometimes a minimum interest or fixed-charge coverage ratio; capex limits appear in middle-market deals.…
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