2025 reflected the strength of our advisory team and our contribution to K3 Capital Group’s national dominance, alongside steady momentum in Europe and internationally.
Based on the latest London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) mid-market sales adviser statistics, the Group recorded its strongest performance to date.
Ranking highlights
• #1 in the UK for the ninth year running
• #2 in Europe
• #5 globally
Across the year, the Group completed 337 successful transactions, compared with 120 by the next UK firm, underlining the scale of deal activity delivered across the platform.
Our role in the Group’s success
Throughout 2025, Knightsbridge advised on a wide range of transactions, supporting business owners through sales, investments and strategic exits across multiple sectors.
Some of our significant deals included the sales of two renewable energy companies, Daneriver Hydropower Services and Steve Duckworth Electrical.
Another notable deal was the landmark sale of Goddards Brewery, a family-run, award-winning producer of traditional craft beers.
Giving meaning to the results
Finishing second in the European table highlights the Group’s expanding international reach and the increasing number of clients seeking advice on cross-border opportunities.
Maintaining the UK’s leading position for a ninth consecutive year reflects a long-established track record built on experience, consistency and trusted advice.
Achieving a global ranking of #5 represents our influence in the marker and reinforces Knightsbridge’s position within a platform operating with confidence on the international stage.
The overall market
The annual report documented growth, highlighting signs of positivity for the upcoming year:
• Global mid-market M&A deals valued up to US$500 million reached US$877.0 billion — an increase of 7% compared to year-ago levels.
• Mid-market M&A activity during the Q4 2025 increased 8% compared to the Q3 2025.
• Private equity-backed mid-market M&A deals totaled US$227.0 billion — an increase of 7% compared to year ago levels
• The strongest period for mid-market M&A and private equity-backed mid-market M&A since 2022.
We thank everyone across Knightsbridge and the wider Group whose hard work, commitment and expertise helped make 2025 such a successful year.