The Peakstone Group

The Peakstone Group The Peakstone Group is a Top Ranked Middle Market Investment Bank specializing in M&A Advisory and Capital Raising

Peakstone is the trusted partner and leading force in the lower middle market U.S. investment banking sector, earning the prestigious title of the #1 lower middle market U.S. investment bank according to Axial's rankings multiple times in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Peakstone was founded on the belief that middle market companies and their owners, need and desire high quality advice and ex*****on. Our ab

ility to support our clients with capital is the foundation of our business and strategy. Our clients are privately-owned companies ranging in revenues from $10 to $200 million that rely on us to assess and accomplish a range of capital objectives including: selling a majority or minority stake, completing strategic acquisitions, fueling growth initiatives, executing buyouts, or securing debt. Our team brings unmatched knowledge and expertise to deliver highly customized strategic advice and world-class transaction ex*****on. Our 40+ investment banking professionals have an average of over 25 years of experience and have completed over 500 transactions totaling over $200 billion. Our firm’s global reach spans across 30+ countries providing clients access to investors and buyers globally. Choosing Peakstone is a commitment to securing (i) a superior financial outcome, (ii) effective risk mitigation against deal uncertainties, and (iii) a high-urgency pace only achievable with Peakstone's unwavering commitment and capabilities. We are determined to achieve excellence and creativity in everything that we do. We examine traditional solutions and then strive to find a better solution to deliver the best possible outcome.

Peakstone Advises Paramount Placement on Sale to Concord Holdings Management
08/26/2026

Peakstone Advises Paramount Placement on Sale to Concord Holdings Management

August, 2026. The Peakstone Group, LLC announced that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Paramount Placement, LLC. (“Paramount”) in connection with its sale to Concord Holdings Management LLC (“Concord”). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

What’s it like to work with ? See what our clients are saying: Testimonials
08/20/2026

What’s it like to work with ? See what our clients are saying: Testimonials

“We are incredibly grateful to the team at Peakstone for their help and guidance throughout the acquisition of our business. Completing an acquisition is a major undertaking, and having the right people in your corner makes all the difference.

Peakstone Advises Metals and Additives on Sale to William Blythe
08/12/2026

Peakstone Advises Metals and Additives on Sale to William Blythe

August, 2026. The Peakstone Group, LLC (“Peakstone”) announced today that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Metals and Additives, LLC (“Metals and Additives”), a manufacturer of proprietary products including flame retardants, smoke suppressants, catalysts, adsorbents, chemical...

Peakstone Advises on Sale of Schmidt Electric
08/07/2026

Peakstone Advises on Sale of Schmidt Electric

August, 2026. The Peakstone Group, LLC announced today that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Schmidt Electric Company, Inc. (“Schmidt Electric”), a leading union electrical contractor based in Austin, Texas, in connection with its acquisition by EMCOR Group, Inc. (“EMCOR”), a Fort...

Peakstone Group publishes Technology and Software Industry Report
07/29/2026

Peakstone Group publishes Technology and Software Industry Report

For 2025, the median transaction value in Technology and Software was $58 million. For 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 92% of transactions.

Christopher S. Saponari Joins Peakstone as Managing Director
06/09/2026

Christopher S. Saponari Joins Peakstone as Managing Director

June, 2026. Chris is a Managing Director at The Peakstone Group, where he advises founder-led and middle-market companies on mergers and acquisitions, capital formation, and other strategic transactions. He brings more than 20 years of experience as an investment banker, investor, and operator. Chri...

Peakstone Group publishes Consumer and Retail Industry Report
06/01/2026

Peakstone Group publishes Consumer and Retail Industry Report

For 2025, the median transaction value in Consumer & Retail was $33 million. For 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 91% of transactions.

What’s it like to work with ? See what our clients are saying: Testimonials
03/02/2026

What’s it like to work with ? See what our clients are saying: Testimonials

“As most business owners know, running and growing a business is one challenge after another. But selling a business is a completely different challenge. We worked with the Peakstone Group to market and sell our manufacturing company of 40 years. They were there for us every step of the way. From ...

Peakstone Publishes Industry Reports
02/05/2026

Peakstone Publishes Industry Reports

February, 2026. Peakstone’s industry reports can be accessed through the links below. We deliver sector knowledge, experience, and relationships to every client. Please contact us for additional information about our services.

Peakstone Advises on Sale of Builders Cabinet to The Corsi Group
02/02/2026

Peakstone Advises on Sale of Builders Cabinet to The Corsi Group

January, 2026. Peakstone Group served as the exclusive financial advisor to Builders Cabinet in connection with its sale to The Corsi Group (“Corsi”), a portfolio company of Salt Creek Capital.

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