Masonite International Corporation: Case Study Of A Leveraged Buyout

Abstract

This case study deals with the leveraged buyout of door manufacturer and merchandiser Masonite International Corporation, at a time of uncertainty, marked by the ever-increasing cost of raw materials, the tightening of monetary policy, and the concerning health of the housing market. It offers the opportunity to discuss leveraged buyouts, to value the company, and to analyze the financing of the transaction.