M&A Direct Lending Solutions for Leveraged Buyouts
Securing $2 billion in sponsor-backed LBO financing, Financely delivers direct lending solutions that empower private equity firms and corporate buyers to execute leveraged buyouts with certainty and speed. Whether you require senior, unitranche, or stretch financing, our tailored capital structures and deep lender network ensure seamless execution.
Request Your LBO Term SheetWhat Is Direct Lending for Leveraged Buyouts?
Direct lending for leveraged buyouts refers to non-bank financing provided by private credit funds and institutional lenders to support acquisitions. Rather than relying on syndicated bank loans, direct lenders deploy capital from private credit pools—enabling faster execution, flexible covenants, and bespoke capital stacks. These facilities often combine senior secured, unitranche, or second-lien tranches to optimize cost of capital and maintain sponsor returns.
Our Direct Lending Solutions
Senior Secured Term Loans
Traditional, amortizing term loans with conservative covenants and competitive spread over LIBOR or SOFR, ideal for stable cash-flow businesses.
Unitranche Financing
A single, blended-rate facility combining senior and subordinated tranches. Streamlines the capital structure and accelerates closing timelines.
Second-Lien & Mezzanine Debt
Subordinated debt solutions that layer beneath senior facility—expanding leverage capacity while preserving sponsor equity economics.
Revolver & Working Capital Lines
Revolving credit facilities tailored for post-close liquidity needs, bridging operating cash flows and funding working capital requirements.
Acquisition Bridge-to-Term Structures
Short-term bridge facilities that roll into longer-term term loans or securitized debt, ensuring coverage of closing timing gaps.
Interest-Only & PIK Options
Flexible interest structures—payment-in-kind (PIK) and interest-only periods—to optimize cash flow during integration phases.
Benefits of Direct Lending for Leveraged Buyouts
Accelerated Execution
Private credit providers move swiftly—indicative term sheets in days, closing in 4–6 weeks—eliminating protracted bank syndication cycles.
Customized Capital Structures
Tailored tranche mixes (senior, unitranche, mezzanine) ensure sponsors achieve target leverage and preserve equity upside.
Flexible Covenants
Looser maintenance covenants and bespoke reporting allow management teams to focus on operations rather than restrictive bank triggers.
Enhanced Leverage Capacity
Up to 7.0× EBITDA total leverage, depending on industry and cash flow profile—unlocking incremental acquisition funding without diluting equity.
Broad Lender Network
Access to 30+ institutional credit funds and family offices specializing in sponsor-backed transactions, ensuring competitive pricing and diversity.
Certainty of Close
Private lenders prioritize completion—reducing back-and-forth due diligence and delivering binding commitments when banks may waver.
Why Choose Financely for LBO Direct Lending
Proven Track Record
Over $2 billion in sponsor-backed LBO financings completed across 50+ transactions, demonstrating our depth in mid-market to upper-middle market deals.
Global Private Credit Relationships
We maintain direct ties with leading credit funds in North America, Europe, and Asia—ensuring robust liquidity and geographic diversification.
Sponsor-Centric Advisory
We speak private equity language: aligning loan covenants, amortization schedules, and structure to optimize IRR and exit planning.
End-to-End Support
From initial underwriting and term sheet negotiation to closing mechanics and post-close covenant tracking, we handle every detail.
How It Works
1. Initial Strategy Session
Discuss transaction goals, target enterprise value, and preferred capital stack with our M&A and private credit specialists.
2. Underwriting & Term Sheet
We analyze financials, cash flow projections, and downside scenarios—then deliver an indicative term sheet within days.
3. Lender Engagement & Negotiation
We present your deal to our private credit network, negotiate final pricing and covenants, and secure binding commitments.
4. Documentation & Closing
Coordinate legal counsel, finalize loan documentation, and facilitate closing—typically within 4–6 weeks of engagement.
Ready to Secure Direct Lending for Your LBO?
Don’t let bank timelines stall your acquisition. Partner with Financely’s direct lending experts to close faster, optimize your capital stack, and preserve equity returns.
Our Team
Appointed directly by the owners, this team serves as the operational core of Financely. They manage active mandates, oversee outsourced specialists, and ensure every transaction moves forward with clarity and speed. With collective experience spanning investment banking, credit structuring, legal execution, and investor relations, they bring institutional discipline to every deal we touch.
Pascal Meier
Onboarding & Resourcing Lead
Coralie Dubois
Director
Jason Leung
Head of Credit & Structuring
Lucas Reinhardt
IR & Distribution
