Ritsuko Nonomiya, Managing Director and Head of Japan Corporate Finance at Houlihan Lokey, spoke with MARR, a leading Japanese media outlet specializing in mergers and acquisitions. The interview followed the firm’s recognition as the ”No. 1 Financial Advisor” in a survey conducted among M&A decision-makers and advisory fee payers. She suggested that the ranking likely reflects the market’s appreciation for Houlihan Lokey’s deep expertise as a specialized M&A advisory firm, as well as the transparency afforded by its status as an independent firm. She emphasized that such a focus enables the firm’s professionals to approach each mandate with a heightened sense of responsibility and rigor. This culture of deep commitment underscores Houlihan Lokey’s distinctiveness and its ability to consistently earn the trust of clients.
Read the full article here in Japanese.