K3 Capital Group, of which Knightsbridge is a key part, has once again been ranked the UK’s No.1 M&A Financial Adviser by Experian — reflecting a market described as demonstrating “resilience and depth”.
In 2025, we completed over a third more deals than our nearest competitor, retaining the top position overall. We were also ranked No.1 in six of UK’s ten regions and placed within the top four in the other four.
We led the advisory field in:
• South East
• East of England
• Midlands
• Yorkshire & Humber
• North West
And are now also ranked No.1 in:
• Wales
In both London and Scotland, we climbed to No.3 — advising on transactions including the sale of Michael Platt Ltd, a prestigious goldsmiths and jewelers in the heart of London; and Logoxpres, a Scotland-based schoolwear and embroidery supplier.
We remained among the top four advisers in both the North East and South West.
Experian’s 2025 M&A Review highlights a positive outlook for the UK market within a more selective global dealmaking environment.
“UK M&A activity in 2025 demonstrated resilience and depth amid a more selective global dealmaking environment,” said Jane Turner, Research Manager at Experian MarketIQ.
“While overall volumes moderated from the prior year, the market remained one of the most active globally, underpinned by strong SME deal flow, sustained inbound interest and continued confidence in large-cap transactions.
“Ongoing business transformation and sector consolidation shaped activity across technology, professional services and essential sectors, reinforcing the UK’s enduring appeal as a dynamic and investable M&A market.”
The Experian rankings follow closely on the release of LSEG’s 2025 data, which named K3 the UK’s leading mid-market adviser for the ninth consecutive year, as well as No.2 in Europe and No.5 globally.
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