Update: Consumer and Retail M&A Update – February, 2026

February, 2026

For 2025, the median transaction value in Consumer & Retail was $33 million. For 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 91% of transactions.

 

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– A consortium of investors, including Hongshan Capital Group, QIA, Temasek Holdings, True Light Capital, announced the acquisition of Golden Goose for $2.9 million in December 2025.

– 26North Partners announced its acquisition of Residential Kitchen Business of Middleby Worldwide for $885 million in December 2025.

– Gildan Activewear announced its acquisition of Hanesbrands for $4.4 billion in December 2025.

– Bed Bath & Beyond announced its acquisition of The Brand House Collective for $210 million in November 2025.

– GigaCloud Technology closed its acquisition of New Classic Home Furnishing for $18 million in October 2025.

– Promus Equity Partners closed its acquisition of Dr. Comfort for $60 million in October 2025.

 

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Update: Automotive M&A Update – February, 2026

February, 2026

For 2025, the median transaction value in Automotive was $24 million. For 2025, the strategic buyers accounted for 93% of transactions.

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– Kandi Technologies Group announced acquisition of Rawrr for $17 million in December 2025.

– AutoNation closed acquisition of Jerry’s Toyota for $125 million in December 2025.

– Lou Fusz Automotive Network closed acquisition of Great Lakes Kia Dealership for $11 million in October 2025.

– Dream Motor Group closed acquisition of Toyota-Lexus of Montgomery for $151 million in October 2025.

– Rakia Capital closed acquisition of King Engine Bearings for $24 million in October 2025.

 

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Peakstone Advises on Sale of Builders Cabinet to The Corsi Group

January, 2026. Peakstone Group served as the exclusive financial advisor to Builders Cabinet in connection with its sale to The Corsi Group (“Corsi”), a portfolio company of Salt Creek Capital.

Builders Cabinet, based in Chicago, IL, is a manufacturer of premium bath and kitchen cabinetry serving high-end builders and remodelers throughout the Chicagoland area. The Company has built a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship and service, driving long-standing customer relationships within its core markets.

“The M&A process was both rigorous and rewarding — a true reflection of the value we’ve built at Builders Cabinet. Joining forces with The Corsi Group wasn’t just a strategic decision; it was the right one. Their resources and reputation strengthen our capabilities and position us to make an even greater impact in the cabinetry space,” said Brian Benner, Owner and President of Builders Cabinet.

Ben VanDixhorn, Vice President of Strategy, Finance, and Operations at Builders Cabinet, added: “Builders Cabinet’s recent success is a testament to what’s possible when craftsmanship meets relentless hustle. We’re deeply grateful to the Peakstone team for their exceptional preparation and guidance throughout this highly strategic process. Their dedication and expertise were instrumental in achieving a strong outcome for all stakeholders.”

Steve Royko, Managing Director at Peakstone Group, added: “It’s been a pleasure working with Brian Benner and Ben VanDixhorn at Builders Cabinet. Brian’s outstanding leadership as the second-generation owner of his family’s business, and Ben’s instrumental contributions since joining in recent years, have been impressive. The Corsi Group, backed by Salt Creek Capital, represents exactly the right strategic and financial partner for the next phase of growth — an outcome that reflects both the inherent strength in this sector and our commitment to rigorous execution. We’re excited for this great outcome and the future success of the combined entities.”

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

For additional information please contact:

Steve Royko, Managing Director, sroyko@peakstone.com

Stephen Sleigh, Managing Partner, ssleigh@peakstone.com

 

About Peakstone

Peakstone is a leading investment bank that specializes in mergers and acquisitions, advisory, and capital raising for middle market clients. Our team is comprised of senior investment banking professionals who have decades of experience and have executed hundreds of transactions totaling billions of dollars. For additional information, visit www.peakstone.com. To receive investment and proprietary acquisition opportunities, please register at www.peakzone.com.

 

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Peakstone Advises Manley Garvin on Sale to UHY

January, 2026. Peakstone Group, a leading middle market investment bank, today announced that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Manley Garvin in connection with its sale to UHY, a portfolio company of Summit Partners.

Manley Garvin, headquartered in Greenwood, South Carolina, is a full-service accounting, audit, and advisory services firm with clients across the Southeast.

Manley Garvin’s Managing Partner, Josh Garvin, commented, “For many years, Manley Garvin has been committed to delivering high-quality, relationship-driven accounting and advisory services that evolve alongside our clients’ needs. Partnering with UHY allows us to build on that foundation by leveraging a deeper bench of resources, technology, and expertise—while continuing to provide the hands-on service our clients expect.”

Garvin added, “As we evaluated our next chapter, it was critical to find a partner that could support our growth while preserving the culture and values we’ve worked hard to build over the past decade. We are especially grateful to the team at Peakstone, whose guidance, diligence, and steady hand throughout the process were instrumental in helping us find the right partner. Their ability to understand our goals and navigate a complex process made all the difference.”

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

For additional information, please contact:

Robert Meyer, Managing Director, rmeyer@peakstone.com

Alex Fridman, Managing Partner, afridman@peakstone.com

 

About Peakstone

Peakstone is a leading investment bank that specializes in mergers and acquisitions, advisory, and capital raising for middle market clients. Our team is comprised of senior investment banking professionals who have decades of experience and have executed hundreds of transactions totaling billions of dollars. For additional information, visit www.peakstone.com. To receive investment and proprietary acquisition opportunities, please register at www.peakzone.com.

 

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Peakstone exclusive advisor to Invision Capital

December, 2025. Peakstone exclusive advisor to Invision Capital.

 

 

About Peakstone

Peakstone is a leading investment bank that specializes in mergers and acquisitions, advisory, and capital raising for middle market clients. Our team is comprised of senior investment banking professionals who have decades of experience and have executed hundreds of transactions totaling billions of dollars. For additional information, visit www.peakstone.com. To receive investment and proprietary acquisition opportunities, please register at www.peakzone.com.

 

Securities offered through Peakstone Securities, LLC member FINRA/SIPC. All investments involve market risks, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Information on this website is not intended to be a recommendation or specific investment advice. Securities or companies mentioned are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation to buy or sell. Investment decisions should be made based on an individual’s objectives and risk tolerance. Information on this website is intended for US residents only and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities in any jurisdiction to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer. Peakstone Securities, LLC is registered as a broker-dealer in the following states: Click here to see licensed states. The information provided does not constitute an offer to buy or sell in any jurisdiction to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer.
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Update: Transportation and Logistics M&A Update – November, 2025

November, 2025

As of Q3 2025, the median transaction value in Transportation & Logistics was $40 million. As of Q3 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 85% of transactions.

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– Best Warehousing & Transportation closed its acquisition of Razr Logistics at an undisclosed amount in September 2025.

– Rubicon Technology closed its acquisition of Janel Group for $46 million in August 2025.

– An undisclosed Buyer announced its acquisition of Gett for $89 million in August 2025.

– Percy Acquisition closed its acquisition of The Wheeling Corporation for $1.1 billion in August 2025.

– Union Pacific Corporation announced its acquisition of Norfolk Southern Corporation for $89.5 billion in July 2025.

 

 

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Update: Technology and Software M&A Update – November, 2025

November, 2025

As of Q3 2025, the median transaction value in Technology and Software was $58 million. As of Q3 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 91% of transactions.

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– Atlassian Corporation closed its acquisition of The Browser Company of New York for $610 million in September 2025.

– OpenAI announced its acquisition of Statsig for $1.1 billion in September 2025.

– Workday closed its acquisition of Paradox for $1.0 billion in August 2025.

– Salesforce closed its acquisition of Regrello for $900 million in August 2025.

– Centerbridge Partners closed its acquisition of Centerbridge Partners for $2.1 billion in July 2025.

 

 

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Update: Pet M&A Update – November, 2025

November, 2025

As of Q3 2025, the median transaction value in Pet was $12 million. As of Q3 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 77% of transactions.

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– The Houndry closed its acquisition of Swifto at an undisclosed value in September 2025.

– Terravet Real Estate Management closed its acquisition of Eastern Animal Hospital for $8 million in September 2025.

– Balmoral Funds closed its acquisition of Balmoral Funds at an undisclosed value in August 2025.

– Pet Butler closed its acquisition of Bark N Bin at an undisclosed value in August 2025.

– Cricket Hill closed its acquisition of Bright Planet Pet at an undisclosed value in July 2025.

 

 

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Update: Packaging M&A Update – November, 2025

November, 2025

As of Q3 2025, the median transaction value in Packaging was $157 million. As of Q3 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 87% of transactions.

 

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– Arsenal Capital Management closed its acquisition of Sonoco Products Company (ThermoSafe business unit) for $725 million in September 2025.

– Foam Packaging Specialties closed its acquisition of Custom Packaging Solutions at an undisclosed amount in August 2025.

– ProAmpac Intermediate closed its acquisition of PAC Worldwide Corporation at an undisclosed amount in August 2025.

– PMGC Holdings closed its acquisition of Pacific Sun Packaging for $1 million in July 2025.

– Packaging Corporation of America closed its acquisition of Box-Board Products for $1.8 billion in July 2025.

 

 

Securities offered through Peakstone Securities, LLC member FINRA/SIPC. All investments involve market risks, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Information on this website is not intended to be a recommendation or specific investment advice. Securities or companies mentioned are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation to buy or sell. Investment decisions should be made based on an individual’s objectives and risk tolerance. Information on this website is intended for US residents only and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities in any jurisdiction to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer. Peakstone Securities, LLC is registered as a broker-dealer in the following states: Click here to see licensed states. The information provided does not constitute an offer to buy or sell in any jurisdiction to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer.
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Update: Infrastructure M&A Update – November, 2025

November, 2025

As of Q3 2025, the median transaction value in Infrastructure was $60 million. As of Q3 2025, strategic buyers accounted for 82% of transactions.

 

Select recent notable publicly announced M&A transactions:

– Phillips 66 closed its acquisition of WRB Refining for $1.3 billion in September 2025.

– Black Hills Corporation announced its acquisition of NorthWestern Energy Group for $6.9 billion in August 2025.

– Western Midstream Partners closed its acquisition of Aris Water Solutions for $2.7 billion in August 2025.

– MPLX closed its acquisition of Northwind Midstream Partners for $2.4 billion in July 2025.

– CRH closed its acquisition of Eco Material Technologies for $2.1 billion in July 2025.

 

 

Securities offered through Peakstone Securities, LLC member FINRA/SIPC. All investments involve market risks, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Information on this website is not intended to be a recommendation or specific investment advice. Securities or companies mentioned are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation to buy or sell. Investment decisions should be made based on an individual’s objectives and risk tolerance. Information on this website is intended for US residents only and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities in any jurisdiction to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer. Peakstone Securities, LLC is registered as a broker-dealer in the following states: Click here to see licensed states. The information provided does not constitute an offer to buy or sell in any jurisdiction to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer.
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