Hazlewoods strengthens position in UK M&A with Top 10 ranking
Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team has once again secured a Top 10 ranking in Experian MarketIQ’s FY 2024 annual report.
With close to 50 dedicated advisers, the team continues to strengthen its regional and national presence on the back of an exceptional 2024, where they completed 134 transactions with a total deal value exceeding £1.2 billion - a 20 per cent increase in deal volume compared to 2023.
Experian’s MarketIQ report ranks financial and legal advisers across Britain based on the M&A activity accomplished in the 12-month period.
For 2024, Hazlewoods placed in the Top 3 across the South West and South East, maintained Top 10 positions in London, the Midlands, and Yorkshire & Humber, and expanded its reach further with a Top 10 spot in Scotland.
Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team also made significant strides in Wales, rising 13 places to enter the Top 10, which follows the recent opening of Hazlewoods Cardiff office - a move driven by growing client demand.
The team’s 2024 deal activity covered a diverse range of transactions including business sales, acquisitions, and financing/refinancing, with individual deal value reaching as high as £150 million.
Working with Hazlewoods expert Tax team, Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team supports businesses of varying sizes, as well as private equity houses, and advises across multiple industries, with particular expertise in health and social care, specialist education, insurance brokers, veterinary, dental, pharmacy, legal, and technology.
Richard Dade, Hazlewoods Partner, said: “Securing a Top 10 UK adviser ranking is an incredible achievement and a testament to the passion, dedication, and expertise of our growing team.
“2024 was a landmark year for Hazlewoods, both in deal delivery and the expansion of our national footprint, effectively responding to strong demand from businesses across the UK. Our continued success is built on deep sector knowledge, our client-first approach, and a relentless drive to get deals done.”
With momentum from 2024 carrying forward, Hazlewoods expects another highly active year for M&A. Despite economic fluctuations, investor appetite remains strong, with sector consolidation and strategic acquisitions shaping the landscape.
Rich Grover, Hazlewoods Director, commented: “The outlook for 2025 is incredibly promising. We’re seeing continued investor confidence, strong demand for high-quality assets, and businesses actively seeking strategic growth opportunities.
“With our national reach and specialist expertise, Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team is perfectly positioned to support clients in navigating the evolving market, maximising value, and capitalising on the opportunities ahead.”
