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Private Equity

New Kids on the Block: Independent Sponsors Spark Deal Sourcing Surge

Independent sponsors are growing in numbers and becoming a viable source for deals in the lower middle-market.
September 22, 2025
Demitri Diakantonis

In today’s extremely competitive M&A landscape, investors need every edge they can get to find deals. That often means embracing a buyer class that was previously overlooked.

Independent sponsors are becoming increasingly popular and accepted by investors — and they bring several advantages to the table.

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