Livingstone Partners‘ position in the financial advisory landscape.
Livingstone Partners, established in 1976, has built a strong reputation as a leading advisor to privately owned companies in the UK lower mid-market. With a team of 34 experienced bankers, Livingstone Partners brings a proven track record in M&A, debt advisory, and special situations. Their deep understanding of the UK market and strong client relationships make them a valuable asset for Rothschild & Co’s strategic ambitions.
Rothschild & Co’s decision to acquire Livingstone Partners follows the successful establishment of a similar franchise in the French market. Recognizing the potential of the UK lower mid-market, Rothschild & Co sought a strategic entry point, and Livingstone Partners presented a unique opportunity to accelerate their growth in this sector.
Robert Leitão, Managing Partner at Rothschild & Co, emphasized the strategic rationale behind the acquisition, stating, “The acquisition of Livingstone in the UK provides a unique opportunity for us to establish a dedicated UK lower mid-market team, a segment of the market that we don’t actively participate in today. We are delighted to welcome the team to Rothschild & Co.” This highlights Rothschild & Co’s commitment to expanding its service offerings and reaching a wider range of clients within the UK.
Alex Midgen, Partner and Co-Head of UK Global Advisory at Rothschild & Co, further elaborated on the benefits for Livingstone Partners‘ clients. “This is an opportunity to materially grow an already successful UK business through access to Rothschild & Co’s strong sector expertise and global reach via our network of over 50 offices in more than 40 countries. Through our platform, we will be helping Livingstone clients who are predominantly UK private and family-owned companies, entrepreneurs and private equity owned businesses in the lower mid-market segment to achieve their growth ambitions.” This global platform offers Livingstone Partners‘ existing clientele enhanced access to international markets and a broader spectrum of financial expertise.
Patrick Groarke, Partner at Livingstone Partners, expressed enthusiasm for the future collaboration. “Rothschild & Co’s acquisition of Livingstone’s UK business is a powerful validation of the quality of the team that we have built and the strength of our franchise in this vibrant market. We are looking forward to building upon this firm foundation together with our new colleagues.” This positive outlook underscores the mutual benefits and shared vision for growth that both firms anticipate.
The acquisition of Livingstone Partners by Rothschild & Co represents a strategic alignment of two successful firms, poised to deliver enhanced advisory services to the UK lower mid-market. For Livingstone Partners, this marks a new chapter of growth, leveraging Rothschild & Co’s global network and resources to better serve their clients and expand their reach. For Rothschild & Co, this acquisition provides a significant foothold in a key market segment, strengthening their UK presence and Global Advisory capabilities.
