TY  - JOUR
AB  - The case simulates the experience of a private equity investor evaluating a potential investment, requiring the student to: (1) determine the risks and merits of an investment in Toys “R” Us, (2) evaluate the spectrum of returns using multiple operating model scenarios, and (3) identify strategic actions that might be undertaken to improve the risk/return profile of the investment. The case also discusses trends and participants in the private equity industry.To understand how private equity firms analyze investment opportunities through application of an LBO model (provided in the case) that summarizes returns and risks. Also, to review private equity participation in club deals, large (and early) dividends, and IPOs.
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SN  - 2474-6568
DO  - 10.1108/case.kellogg.2016.000366
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/case.kellogg.2016.000366
AU  - Stowell David P.
AU  - Raino Matthew
PY  - 2017
Y1  - 2017/01/01
TI  - The Toys “R” Us LBO
T2  - Kellogg School of Management Cases
PB  - Kellogg School of Management
SP  - 1
EP  - 23
Y2  - 2024/09/20
ER  -