Financial Services
The broader financial services landscape remains one of shifting dynamics, with opportunities presenting themselves to those who can offer better customer acquisition and retention and/or improved cost control and efficiency. By focusing on innovation or specialist expertise, niche operators are still able to penetrate consumer and SME markets, once almost exclusively the domain of the larger incumbents. Whether you’re looking to acquire, merge or prepare for an exit, our dedicated professionals can help you turn this disruptive environment to your advantage, providing you with M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services.
Contact advisorBaird Capital invests in Freemarket
Baird Capital has completed a growth capital investment in Freemarket. The investment supports Freemarket’s continuing fast growth and international expansion, as well as providing a partial cash-out to existing shareholders.
Learn moreLondon & Capital has sold a majority stake to Lovell Minnick Partners
The Freedman family has sold a majority stake in London & Capital Group Limited to Lovell Minnick Partners. As part of the transaction, London & Capital’s management team will continue to run the business and retain a significant minority stake.
Learn moreHamilton Fraser has been acquired by Global Risk Partners
The shareholders of Hamilton Fraser have sold the business to Global Risk Partners (GRP).
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CEO, EML Payments
Read moreA look back: Success stories and smart moves in Q1
QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: Q1 saw a dynamic market with significant M&A activity in various industries, with TMT leading with 15 deals. Energy, Real Estate, and Construction & Engineering Services also saw high activity.
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