Leverage Buyout (LBO) | CGPH Banque d'Affaires
Strategic LBO Structuring for Confident Acquisition
Expert guidance to design, finance, and execute leveraged buyouts across Europe.
CGPH Banque d’Affaires supports buyers and sellers through the full LBO lifecycle—from valuation and capital structuring to negotiation, funding, and closing. We help clients secure control, optimize leverage, and achieve disciplined, efficient acquisition outcomes
Experience That Makes Complex LBOs Executable
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LBO design and execution for €2M–€50M acquisitions
across Europe.
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Deep experience with MBO, MBI and family office–led
transactions.
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Integrated modelling, structuring, legal and funding
capabilities.
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Access to senior lenders, mezzanine providers, and
equity sponsors.
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Discreet, neutral, execution‑first advisory.
A Clear, Engineered Approach to Leveraged Buyouts
Leveraged buyouts allow acquirers to take control with a balanced mix of equity and debt. CGPH structures these transactions with precision—defining the acquisition perimeter, building an optimal capital stack, coordinating lenders and investors, and managing documentation through to closing. Our focus is on efficient leverage, governance clarity, and bankable execution.
Designed for Buyers, Management Teams, and Sellers
Buyers & sponsors
Suitable for family offices, private capital
sponsors, or corporate acquirers seeking
efficient control of strategic assets.
Management teams (MBO/MBI)
Supports managers acquiring their company
with structured leverage and clear
governance frameworks.
End-to-End LBO Structuring
1. Deal perimeter & valuation
Assessment of the target’s financials, operating profile, and acquisition perimeter, including leverage suitability and cash‑flow capacity.
2. Financial modelling & credit metrics
LBO models with leverage ratios, interest coverage, DSCR, exit horizon planning, and IRR analysis benchmarked to private‑equity standards.
3. Capital stack engineering
Design of senior, subordinated, mezzanine, equity, and vendor note layers to balance risk, flexibility, and funding availability.
4. Documentation & governance
Term sheets, information memos, board structure, and integration planning—ensuring clarity for all stakeholders.
5. Investor & lender sourcing
Access to banks, private debt funds, family offices, and club‑deal structures for the required financing mix.
A Disciplined, Four‑Phase Process
Target assessment and valuation.
Step 1 — Scoping
(1–2 weeks)
Capital stack definition and term sheet drafting.
Step 2 — Structuring
(2–3 weeks)
Negotiation, lender/investor coordination, and funding alignment.
Step 3 — Engagement
(2–4 weeks)
Legal finalization, onboarding, and transfer of control.
Step 4 — Closing
(1–2 weeks)
Why Clients Choose CGPH
Clear Logic, Strong Governance, Confident Execution.
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Efficient use of capital
LBOs allow buyers to secure control with limited equity while optimizing the tax impact of debt.
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Attractive upside potential
Leverage magnifies return on equity when the business performs.
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Seller‑friendly pathways
Sellers gain liquidity, transition support, and optional participation in upside through vendor notes or minority retention.
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What company sizes do you support?
We typically work on €2M–€50M acquisition targets across Europe.
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What leverage levels are common?
Typical parameters include Debt/EBITDA 2.5x–4.5x, ICR >2.0x, DSCR 1.2–1.5x.
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Can management teams lead the acquisition?
Yes. We frequently support MBO and MBI structures with tailored leverage and governance.
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Do you arrange financing?
Yes. We source senior, subordinated, and mezzanine debt as well as equity or co‑investment partners.
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