EPISODE · Sep 4, 2026 · 9 MIN

Owner Earnings Beats EBITDA: The Real Cash‑Flow Check for PE Deals

from The Private Equity Podcast: Business Buyouts, Deals, LBOs, M&A, Investing, Portfolio Companies, and Exit Strategies · host Podily

This episode unpacks how owner earnings—net income adjusted for maintenance capex and taxes—reveals a company’s true cash‑flow capacity, contrasting it with EBITDA’s often misleading picture. We explore the impact on valuations, leverage limits, and exit multiples in leveraged buyouts, highlighting real deal‑making decisions that shape fund performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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