This Q&A podcast focuses on leveraged buyouts (LBOs) in finance. The host, John Zellman, begins by introducing himself and his extensive experience in investment banking and financial modeling. He then explains the core concepts of LBOs, including the use of debt to maximize returns for equity investors, the importance of IRR and MOIC calculations, and the role of debt structures and covenants. Several interactive exercises are included, demonstrating how to calculate IRR and MOIC under various scenarios, highlighting the impact of debt paydown and EBITDA growth on returns. The session concludes with a partial walkthrough of building a simplified LBO model, emphasizing the iterative nature of the process and the importance of sensitivity analysis.
