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Financial Services Investment Banks

284

Active Firms

327

TTM Deal Flow

$3M-$27M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$5M

Core EBITDA Range


California 14%
Florida 10%
New York 7%
Texas 6%
Illinois 5%

Best For: Complex Transactions | Typical Fee: Retainer & Success fee | Coverage: Dedicated, Sector-Focused Deal Teams

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Fortis Capital is a young innovative investment banking firm headquartered in the Palm Beaches, servicing the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. Fortis has a pragmatic approach to every project with the ambition to be bold & audacious. The firm draws from a broad base of partner firms specializing in equity and/or debt, giving way to opportunistic private placement.The firm’s investment strategy is centered on identifying market inefficiencies and partnering with financial institutions & investment firms that recapitalize or reposition capital assets to assist in the growth of…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Custom Engineered Window & Door Company on an investment from Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Agricultural Business on an investment from Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Medical Device on an investment from Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Fiber Recycling Company in its sale to Anonymous Company

Exitwise, LLC

11 Total Closed Deals
Our clients recommend us to their friends because we help sell companies faster and for more money ... and the proof is in the data.By leveraging our global network of industry specialized, M&A experts, we create the best teams of M&A experts for each of our clients to create optimal outcomes.The right team of industry specialized, M&A experts will know your buyer pool better than anyone. This means your M&A team can create the right amount of buyer competition to help you maximize the sale of your business.

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  • Mar 2024 Advised TakeLessons in its sale to Betterfly
  • Jul 2023 Advised One Monroe in its sale to Great Lakes Tile Products
  • Jul 2023 Advised Artech in its sale to The Dako Group
  • Jul 2023 Advised Vista Equity Partners in its sale to EventUp
Successful business owners have turned to Mirus Capital Advisors for more than 30 years to help them realize their ultimate accomplishment – the sale of their business. Mirus is a leading New England based firm with over 300 closed transactions focused on providing exceptional investment banking services to our middle-market clients. As a middle-market investment bank focused on mergers and acquisitions, Mirus drives successful deals for companies in the consumer, industrial, business services, healthcare and technology industries. Mirus has proven time and again that its deep industry…

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  • Apr 2024 Advised ONSET in its sale to LI-COR
  • Apr 2024 Advised LidoChem in its sale to Valudor Products, LLC
  • Mar 2024 Advised BradFord in its sale to Prince
  • Dec 2023 Advised Applied Biomath in its sale to Certara

FTI Capital Advisors

10 Total Closed Deals
The Corporate Finance/Restructuring practice at FTI Consulting focuses on strategic, operational, financial and capital needs of businesses. We address the full spectrum of financial and transactional challenges faced by companies, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies and other stakeholders. Our success depends upon achieving optimal results for our clients.

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  • Sep 2023 Advised Socialyte in its sale to Dolphin Entertainment
  • Aug 2023 Advised Seafolly and JETS in its sale to Strategic Buyer
  • Aug 2023 Advised Finscore in its sale to CTOS Digital
  • May 2023 Advised Beehive in its sale to e&
Founded on decades of trusted advisory experience, Turnstone Investment Banking is a leading independent investment banking firm serving family and founder owned businesses across the Midwest and throughout the United States. Headquartered in Kansas City, the firm combines senior-level attention, deep transactional expertise, and a relationship-driven approach to guide clients through complex and transformative business decisions.Turnstone is a FINRA-registered investment banking firm, and the team brings more than a century of combined experience across mergers and acquisitions, capital…

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  • Oct 2025 Advised Circle C Paving in its sale to Pavement Preservation Group
  • Mar 2025 Advised Allied Materials & Equipment in its sale to Maple Hill Capital
  • Nov 2024 Advised Vance Brothers in its sale to Pavement Preservation Group
  • Jun 2023 Advised Chance Rides Manufacturing Inc. in its sale to Permanent Equity

Viant Capital

10 Total Closed Deals
Viant Capital is a San Francisco-based boutique investment bank committed to providing emerging growth and small to mid-market companies with high quality strategic advisory and capital raising services. Since 1998, Viant Capital has consistently produced superior outcomes for our clients and their shareholders. Leveraging decades of strategic, financial, and operational experience, our professionals provide each of our clients with in-depth industry knowledge and expert advice on the optimal way to approach strategic and financing processes. We believe in developing strong relationships with…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Entwine in its sale to Extron
  • Aug 2023 Advised Monkey Group in its sale to EZ Cater
  • Aug 2023 Advised CDTA in its sale to DISA
  • Aug 2023 Advised Parley Pro in its sale to LexisNexis

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CCC Investment Banking is one of Canada's leading independent mid-market investment banks. Our focus is serving the successful owners of private businesses, but our clients also include small and mid-cap public companies as well as divisions of larger companies. We are known for developing innovative solutions that create value. Our entrepreneurial spirit and never-quit attitude distinguish us from others. The result is a 35-year track record of successfully completing transactions. CCC provides expert advisory services in the following areas: Mergers and acquisitions, including management…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Hiway Fuel Services Ltd in its sale to Major Mobile Refueling Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Patlon Aircraft & Industries Limited in its sale to Alchemy Capital Partners
  • Jul 2023 Advised Boyd Pharmaceuticals in its sale to Norwell Consumer Healthcare Inc.
  • Jun 2023 Advised Sargent Farms in its sale to Sunrise Farms
TerraNova Capital is an investment, merchant banking and advisory firm focused on small-to-middle market companies. TerraNova Capital Equities, the investment bank, provides financial and capital solutions, while TerraNova Capital Partners focuses on merger and acquisition (M&A) advice and finance and merchant banking.Our senior bankers have decades of investment banking and operating experience in their respective industries. The collective expertise of our team includes equity and debt capital raising, sell side and buy side M&A advisory…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised ComSovereign in its sale to Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised FortunaPIX Inc in its sale to TerraNova Capital Partners, Inc.
  • Aug 2023 Advised GBV Biopharma, Inc. on an investment from TerraNova Capital Equities, Inc.
  • Aug 2023 Advised Liquid OTC LLC on an investment from TerraNova Capital Partners, Inc.

GT Securities

10 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2002, GT Securities is a modern, tech-driven investment bank and broker-dealer platform that facilitates winning transactions between our 300+ independent investment banker partners, companies looking to grow or exit, and investors/buyers seeking ROI. We have successfully passed multiple regular cycle FINRA, SEC, and state securities examinations & audits and have a fully “clean” compliance record.

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Metropolitan Skin Clinic in its sale to Growthink Capital
  • Aug 2023 Advised MPulse Software, Inc. in its sale to Anonymous Company
  • May 2022 Advised Blue Whale Materials in its sale to Ara Partners
  • Mar 2022 Advised Agro Logistic Systems Inc. in its sale to MGK

Westlake Securities

10 Total Closed Deals
Westlake Securities is a middle market investment bank founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. Westlake’s principals come from diverse backgrounds advising, operating and investing in middle market companies. Our clients benefit from the team’s deep understanding of deal strategy, operational improvements, equity value creation and transaction process. We view our clients as partners, working closely with them to develop a sincere understanding of their goals and drivers of their business to determine what it will take to create the growth and/or liquidity desired.

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Little Woodrow's on an investment from PGIM Private Capital
  • Aug 2023 Advised McDonald Welding Supply in its sale to John Sales & Services
  • Aug 2023 Advised Rollin Greens on an investment from AMEDEO
  • Aug 2023 Advised Applied Natural Gas Fuels Inc. on an investment from PIMCO

Artesia Capital, LLC

10 Total Closed Deals
Artesia Capital is a boutique investment bank and M&A advisory firm focused on securing debt and equity for middle-market and upper-middle-market companies. Artesia also offers advisory and investor relations services. We specialize in Consumer Products, Food and Beverages, Distilleries, Wineries, Retail, eCommerce, Packaging, Cannabis and CBD, Health Care, Packaging, SaaS, FinTech, Digital Media, Real Estate, Advertising, and Industrials.

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  • May 2024 Assisted Sunshine Enclosures in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Jun 2023 Assisted Aggrigator in securing debt financing from US Strategic Capital
  • May 2023 Advised Dog Park Publishing in its sale to I'd Rather Be With My Dog
  • Mar 2023 Assisted Sunshine Packaging in securing debt financing from Oxford Bank
Sparring Partners Capital is an investment bank providing Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory and Capital Raising Services to technology-enabled companies and private equity firms. Headquartered in New York City, Sparring Partners maintains relationships globally to service its international client base. The firm works with a select number of clients to ensure a high level of service with all clients receiving senior-level attention and priority. Sparring Partners was founded in 2001 by Warren H. Spar after a successful career as a Partner at Lehman Brothers and a Managing Director at Deutsche…

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  • Sep 2012 Advised edge IPK Limited in its sale to Temenos Group AG
  • Apr 2012 Advised Xceligent on an investment from DMG Information
  • Dec 2011 Advised Profitline in its sale to Tangoe
  • Dec 2010 Advised EPFR Global in its sale to Informa
CriticalPoint Partners (CPP) is an M&A Advisory Firm and Investment Bank, headquartered in Los Angeles. Focused on sourcing, negotiating and executing a range of transactions for our clients, we strive to enhance shareholder value through acquisitions, or to maximize proceeds in a business sale. We take a long-term view with respect to our clients and build partnerships that span the course of multiple transactions. CPP was founded upon the core principle of providing world-class strategic advice to lower middle market companies. As experienced principal investors, we bring decades of deal…

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  • Nov 2014 Advised Brixton in its sale to Altamont Capital Partners
  • May 2014 Advised My School Things in its sale to CriticalPoint Capital
  • Mar 2014 Acquired My School Things
  • Nov 2013 Advised Tarazi Specialty Foods in its sale to Highwood Farms

Spencer Clarke

7 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 1997 in New York City, Spencer Clarke LLC is a full service brokerage and investment banking firm. The strength of our investment banking department is its ability to assist both public and private companies with a wide range of corporate finance related activities. As part of the process, we analyze all aspects of our client's operations and develop solutions that are specifically tailored to each client's needs.

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  • Jun 2026 Advised Capacity on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Oct 2025 Advised Dubset on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Mar 2024 Advised Serendipity Frozen on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Feb 2017 Advised Dubset Media Holdings on an investment from Syndication
FCL Capital Partners is a nationally focused investment banking firm serving private companies seeking to sell their business, acquire another company, or secure additional capital for growth, buyout, restructuring, and recapitalization. Our principals have extensive Investment Banking and Restructuring experience at bulge-bracket investment banks and hedge funds advising public and private companies in various industries including consumer & retail, business services, transportation & logistics, and manufacturing. FCL's founder, Rafael De Paoli, has been a trusted…

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  • Nov 2024 Advised Stonemark Construction Management in its sale to Mark G. Anderson Consultants, Inc.
  • Sep 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Jan 2024 Advised A&B Tropical Produce in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Oct 2023 Advised PA China Farm in its sale to GrubMarket
CLEAR CAPITAL ADVISORS is a Los Angeles-based financial advisory firm focused exclusively on the needs of management and shareholders. We provide the full spectrum of merger, acquisition, capital raising, and strategic advisory services to middle market and emerging growth companies. We work closely with our clients to understand all facets of their business as well as their objectives. We use our substantial transaction experience and market insight to design a specific plan of action to achieve our client's strategic and financial goals. We have an outstanding record of delivering…

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  • Sep 2013 Advised PRO-TEK in its sale to LAC Group
  • Jul 2013 Advised inSleep Technologies, LLC on an investment from Series A financing from a group of investors including Windham Ventures
  • Jul 2013 Advised Bel Air Internet (BAI) on an investment from Pacific Western Bank
  • Apr 2013 Advised HYFN in its sale to LIN Media
The Chicago Corporation is an independent Chicago-based investment banking firm focused on providing middle-market companies with a range of financial and corporate advisory services including merger and acquisitions, institutional debt and equity capital raising, and financial restructuring. The Chicago Corporation leverages the broad experience of its team to evaluate and implement financial strategies designed to maximize the value of a client's business. The firm is committed to a "client-first" approach, which ensures that its professionals work together to find the best market-based…

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  • Jul 2017 Advised Benefit Administrative Systems, LLC in its sale to HealthComp Holdings
  • Feb 2016 Advised Holton Food Products Company in its sale to Mantrose-Haeuser Co., Inc
  • Jun 2015 Advised Bridgeview Bancorp, Inc. on an investment from Various Investors
  • May 2014 Advised Go Packaging, LLC in its sale to Welch Packaging Group
Investment Bank , Accredited and Certified Merger & Acquisitions Advisor, Business and Commercial Investments Intermediary/Broker Expert, Investment Advisor, Consultant, 30+ Years Exp. of Verifiable Business Accomplishments, Steering Growth, Assets Wealth Expansion, Profit Generation Demonstration Proven Success in Delivering High Profits Attainment Through Targeted Innovative Business, and Investments Strategies.

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  • Dec 2016 Advised Schiller Plaza Commons on an investment from A1 Schiller Plaza LLC
  • Oct 2016 Assisted Midwest Gas Inc. in securing debt financing from Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
  • May 2015 Advised Vishna Inc. on an investment from Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
  • Jan 2015 Advised Lewis Ave Food Inc. in its sale to Investor

Salomon Whitney LLC

5 Total Closed Deals
Our investment banking products are tailored to various client needs. Developing a thorough understanding of our client’s specific goals and evaluating the market dynamics of various industry sectors, we strive to provide unbiased finance solutions.​Our ability to analyze all aspects of our client companies and assess the feasibility of all corporate finance options, allows us to recommend a solution tailored specifically for our clients. Building strong relationships with major institutional, strategic and corporate investors are powerful resources used to implement our corporate…

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  • Jan 2019 Invested in LYFT
  • Jan 2019 Invested in Palantir Usa Inc.
  • Jan 2019 Invested in Airbnb
  • Jan 2019 Invested in Pinterest

Fortunet

4 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2018, Fortunet is a leading investment banking firm specializing in Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions for premium E-commerce businesses & Amazon businesses.Fortunet represents Amazon businesses, DTC brands, e-commerce SaaS and service providers such as agencies, all with a singular focus: maximizing outcomes for the client, with an unwavering commitment to the success of each and every deal.

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  • Jan 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Nov 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Sep 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Jul 2023 Advised NatureZ Edge in its sale to MN Designs LLC

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Investment Banks in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Financial Services Investment Banks directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

What information is included in each Investment Bank profile?

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

What company sizes are most common for Financial Services Investment Banks?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Financial Services Investment Banks is $3M-$27M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$5M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

How important is Financial Services experience when evaluating Investment Banks?

Relevant Financial Services experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 284 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Financial Services.

Do all Investment Banks in this directory focus exclusively on Financial Services?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Financial Services Investment Banks directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Financial Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

How do I compare Investment Banks with experience in Financial Services?

When comparing Investment Banks with experience in Financial Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 284 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Financial Services Investment Banks?

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Financial Services Investment Banks directory, you can request information here.


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