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A private equity firm is evaluating a 'Bolt-On' acquisition for an existing platform company. The platform was acquired at a 10.0x EBITDA multiple, while the Bolt-On target is available at 6.0x EBITDA.

What is the primary financial benefit of this strategy, assuming the combined entity maintains the platform's valuation multiple?

  1. Multiple arbitrage
  2. Management Fee offset
  3. PIK interest accretion
  4. Reverse triangular merger tax shield

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