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Pava Partners Investment Banking Analyst Interview Questions

The questions to prepare for a Pava Partners Investment Banking Analyst interview. Questions from real interview reports rank first. Updated daily.

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Finance & AccountingStart here. 6 questions · ~48 min
WACC Calculation & RatesHard

Explain the WACC calculation and how a changing risk-free rate affects discount rates and valuation.

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Explain LBO MechanicsHard

Build a five-year paper LBO and calculate sponsor MOIC and IRR, including downside and upside sensitivities.

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Comps vs PrecedentsHard

Compare trading comps and precedent transactions, quantify the control premium, and recommend how to triangulate valuation.

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Enterprise Value vs Equity ValueHard

Explain the EV-to-equity-value bridge and identify when each valuation measure is most informative.

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Walk Me Through a DCFHard

Build an unlevered DCF, bridge enterprise value to equity value, and test implied share price sensitivity to WACC and terminal growth.

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Behavioral & Leadership3 questions · ~24 min
Deal or Industry Trend InterestMedium

Tests ownership, analytical judgment, and communication through a specific deal or industry trend.

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Taking Ownership During a High Pressure ChallengeEasy

Tests ownership, prioritization, communication, and judgment when handling a difficult situation under pressure.

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Walk Through Your ResumeEasy

Tests whether candidates can connect resume experience to specific leadership behaviors, actions, outcomes, and lessons learned.

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