LBO & Paper LBO
What makes a company a good LBO candidate?
Model answer
Strong, stable and predictable cash flows to service debt; low existing leverage and capex; a defensible market position; opportunities for margin/EBITDA improvement; saleable non-core assets; a reasonable entry valuation; and a clear exit path. Cash-flow stability is the single most important trait.
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