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Mergers and Acquisitions

No. 1 Investment Bank for All Global M&A Transactions

Mergers and Acquisitions

Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures for a broad range of clients—and our experience in M&A has earned us recognition throughout the industry. In 2024, LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.

2024 M&A Advisory Rankings—All Global Transactions

ADVISOR DEALS
Houlihan Lokey 415
Rothschild 406
Goldman Sachs 371
JP Morgan 342
Morgan Stanley 309
Source: LSEG (formerly Refinitiv).
Excludes accounting firms and brokers.
Buyside and Sellside Transactions

Industry knowledge and transaction experience can make all the difference. 

There’s no substitute for an advisor who has the combination of in-depth knowledge of your industry and M&A tactics and strategies. If you are anticipating selling your company or buying a business, our industry-focused professionals can provide invaluable insights.

We have experience helping potential buyers and sellers:

  • develop and formulate M&A strategies
  • identify, screen, and initiate discussions with potential acquisition targets
  • structure and negotiate transactions
  • arrange acquisition financing
Leveraged Transactions

Helping you navigate the intricacies of leveraged transactions.

Our team’s interdisciplinary approach allows us to move quickly when evaluating the most effective way to address complex, highly leveraged situations. We employ our M&A expertise and knowledge of capital markets to navigate these situations, and we often assist in raising the capital necessary to complete these transactions.

Industry Coverage

Our global industry coverage model brings sector-specific knowledge, experience, and relationships to every client we work with.

Through our nine dedicated industry groups and financial sponsors efforts, Houlihan Lokey provides the focused expertise to help advance your vision.

Business Services

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Consumer

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Energy

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Financial Services

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FinTech

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Healthcare

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Industrials

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Real Estate, Lodging, and Leisure

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Technology

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Financial Sponsors Coverage

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