LBO & Paper LBO
What sanity checks should you run on a paper LBO answer before stating it?
Model answer
- Does MOIC-to-IRR make sense against anchors (2x/5yr ≈ 15%)?
- Is exit equity = exit EV - exit net debt, with debt reduced only by realistic FCF?
- Did you keep entry and exit consistent (both…
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