Problem
I. Financial analysis:
i. Discuss two key observations of Toys R Us' income statement
ii. Discuss two key observations of Toys R Us' balance sheet
iii. Discuss two key observations of Toys R Us' cash flow statement
II. What caused Toys R Us to fail? Your discussions should cover aspects of macro-economic factors, changing consumer preferences, business models, and financials.
III. What could Bain Capital, KKR, and Vornado have done differently to possibly create a different outcome?
IV. Who are the constituencies of private equity firms? Who bears the risks in a private equity transaction? Should or will the government take a more active role in overseeing private equity activity as a result of bankruptcies like Toys R Us?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.