LevFin / FSG Technical Questions

Does anyone have any unique questions that they have asked or have been asked in a technical interview for these roles. I know the LBO techs from 400 questions, but was curious if anyone had anything else that I can use as practice — or have any specific example questions?

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Describe some high level attributes of a business that can support lots of debt. Give an example or two.

Where do you see interest rates heading in the next year or two? Why?

What's the difference between a loan and a bond?

Total leverage is 4x and interest coverage is 5x. Ballpark an interest rate

Most people need a bit of handholding to get through this one surprisingly. First step is to figure out what goes into each calculation

These assume basically no levfin experience. Someone could easily ratchet up the difficulty based on someone's experience and stuff 

 

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