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LBO Models & Case Studies

Real case studies and models built the way top PE and PC funds actually build them — with prompts, templates, answer keys, and best-practice guides.

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PEIntermediate
4 assets

Intermediate LBO Model

The real-world LBO template. Full balance sheet build, acquisition accounting, and multi-tranche capital structure.

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PEAdvanced
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Earnout Scenario LBO Model

Model a deal where management gets paid based on post-close performance. Learn to flex EBITDA triggers and equity dilution.

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PEAdvanced
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Dividend Recap LBO Model

Model a mid-hold refi that pulls equity out via incremental debt. Returns get juiced, cash gets tighter.

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PEAdvanced
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Complex Debt Structuring LBO Model

Senior + subordinated + mezz + PIK. Build a full debt waterfall and see how the cap stack reshapes IRR math.

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PEIntermediate
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Cash Dividend Scenario

Route excess cash directly back to the sponsor during the hold. Model the IRR impact vs. pure exit-driven returns.

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PEAdvanced
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Stock Options Scenario

Options pool, treasury method dilution, and management rollover. How equity gets carved up at entry and exit.

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PEAdvanced
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Advanced LBO Model

The full MFPE case study template--multiple add-on scenarios modeled simultaneously.

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PCEasy
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Easy LBO Model

Start here for private credit. A clean term loan return calc — principal, OID, fees, and the path to a 15% IRR.

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PCIntermediate
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Intermediate LBO Model

The standard unitranche template. Spread pricing, OID math, call protection, and target yield walkthrough.

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PCIntermediate
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Breakeven LBO Model

What EBITDA decline breaks the deal? Solve for the breakeven point where covenants trip and recovery flips negative.

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PCAdvanced
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Downside LBO Model

Full downside case: liquidation waterfall, recovery analysis by tranche, and the yield-to-worst the underwriter actually cares about.

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PCAdvanced
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Dividend Recap LBO Model

Evaluate a recap request as the incumbent lender. Leverage at close, pro forma leverage, and the 'do we fund it' call.

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PCAdvanced
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Advanced LBO Model

The lender's view. Full covenant modeling, cash sweep mechanics, and downside stress testing from the PC seat.

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