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Overview
The Ascent of Pinecrest Equity Partners
The sun sets over the skyline of Metropolis City, casting long shadows across the high-rise office of Pinecrest Equity Partners.
Inside, the atmosphere is electric, charged with a mix of tension and excitement. A major opportunity has landed on the
desks of Pinecrest’s finest analysts – a challenge that could redefine their careers and reshape the industry landscape.
The Acquisition of GreenTech Innovations
GreenTech Innovations – a pioneering firm in the renewable energy sector, known for its groundbreaking technologies in
solar and wind energy, has caught the eye of Pinecrest’s Senior Partner, Mr. Davis. With climate change at the forefront of
global discourse and renewable energy markets poised for exponential growth, GreenTech represents more than just an
acquisition; it’s a foray into a future where business meets sustainability.
Navigating Uncharted Financial Terrains
Your team, a blend of seasoned analysts and bright-eyed newcomers, is entrusted with a mission critical to Pinecrest’s
strategic expansion – to evaluate and execute a Leveraged Buyout of GreenTech Innovations. This isn’t just about crunching
numbers; it’s about charting a course through a sector brimming with potential yet riddled with uncertainties.
The Target: GreenTech Innovations
• Sector: Renewable Energy
• Focus: Solar and Wind Energy Solutions
• Annual Revenue: $100 million
• EBITDA Margin: 18%
• Growth Trajectory: 15% annual growth in the burgeoning renewable energy market
Your Arsenal: The LBO Model Assumptions
• Acquisition Year: 2024
• Valuation: 9x EBITDA
• Debt Terms: 6% interest
• Depreciation Assumption: $24 million in equipment at 5-year straight-line
• Leverage Ratio: 6x EBITDA
• Exit Horizon: 2028 with an Exit Multiple of 12x EBITDA
• Tax Rate: 25%
• Post-Acquisition EBITDA Growth: 8% per annum
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The Quest:
1. Financing the Future: Calculate the mix of debt and equity financing for the acquisition.
2. Forecasting a Greener Tomorrow: Develop income statement projections from 2024 to 2028.
3. The Exit Strategy: Estimate the exit value and its impact on the investment.
4. The Crucial Metric: Determine the IRR, assessing the venture’s profitability.
5. Scenario Analysis: Test the resilience of your model under various market conditions.
6. Write-up: Provide a one-page summary of your LBO model, including assumptions,
projections, and insights. Your summary should include a recommendation for Pinecrest
Equity Partners and the rationale behind this recommendation.
