Considerations before a MBO
An MBO is just like any other take over and same consideration must be applied.
(i) Potential of the business. Is it worth buying? What does the future hold for business and what are growth prospects.
(ii) Does management have enough skills to run business on their own without support from the head office?
(iii) Can management afford the asking price? Who will fund acquisition? Venture capitalists require high returns andequity stake. Bank may be unwilling to loan very large amounts.