Mergers & Acquisitions

Grant Thornton Advisors: Deal To Merge With Auxis Completed

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

Grant Thornton Advisors has finalized its acquisition of Auxis, a nearshore outsourcing and business modernization firm known for its automation and shared services capabilities. The deal, first announced in late July, brings more than 1,400 professionals into Grant Thornton’s advisory ecosystem, expanding its reach across Costa Rica, Colombia, and the United States.

New England Private Wealth Advisors Onboarding $1.6 Billion Firm DHK

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

New England Private Wealth Advisors (NEPWA), a Boston-based registered investment advisor serving high-net-worth families and institutions, has announced the acquisition of DHK Financial Advisors, a well-established RIA headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. As of June 30, 2025, DHK managed $1.6 billion in assets, and the combined firm will now oversee nearly $5 billion in total assets under management.

Stronghouse Solutions Buying Remodeling Services Company Centurion Exteriors

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

Stronghouse Solutions, a national leader in roofing and exterior services, has announced the acquisition of Centurion Exteriors, a well-regarded provider of roofing, windows, and exterior remodeling services based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The deal, backed by O2 Investment Partners, marks Stronghouse’s second acquisition of 2025 and continues its rapid expansion since its founding in 2021.

Huron Buying Wilson Perumal & Company To Enhance Strategy And Operations Consulting Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

Huron has announced the acquisition of Wilson Perumal & Company (WP&C), a strategy and operations consulting firm renowned for its expertise in managing complexity to enhance organizational efficiency, profitability, and growth. This strategic move expands Huron’s ability to help clients navigate disruption and drive bold transformation agendas.

Qualus Buying dk Engineering For Expanding Power Infrastructure Capabilities

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

Qualus has announced the acquisition of dk Engineering, a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm based in Walnut Creek, California. This strategic move strengthens Qualus’ position as a leading pure-play power solutions provider and expands its footprint across the western United States.

CoinShares Going Public Via $1.2 Billion SPAC Merger With Vine Hill Capital

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

CoinShares International, Europe’s leading digital asset manager with roughly $10 billion in assets under management, has entered into a definitive business combination agreement with Vine Hill Capital Investment, a publicly traded SPAC listed on NASDAQ. Once the transaction is complete, CoinShares will become publicly listed in the United States under a newly formed entity, Odysseus Holdings Limited.

Public Acquiring Tornado’s Retail Brokerage Accounts

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

Trading and investing platform company Public has acquired the retail brokerage accounts of Tornado, an AI-powered financial technology company serving institutional investors. As part of the transaction, more than 85,000 Tornado brokerage customers will transition to Public, gaining access to a broad suite of asset classes and advanced investing tools.

Cox Automotive Buying Alliance Inspection Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

As Manheim commemorates its 80th year in the wholesale automotive industry, Cox Automotive is making a decisive move to reshape the future of vehicle inspections and elevate the wholesale marketplace. The company has acquired full ownership of Alliance Inspection Management (AiM), a longtime partner and recognized leader in vehicle inspection services.

PNC To Buy FirstBank In $4.1 Billion Deal

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 9, 2025

PNC Financial Services Group has announced a definitive agreement to acquire FirstBank Holding Company, including its banking subsidiary FirstBank, in a $4.1 billion cash-and-stock transaction. Based in Lakewood, Colorado, FirstBank operates 95 branches and manages $26.8 billion in assets as of June 30, 2025. The deal will significantly expand PNC’s footprint in Colorado and Arizona, reinforcing its position as a leading national bank.