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News and Events

  • Equity Research

    Core & Main, Inc.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Core & Main, Inc., a leading distributor of waterworks products used in municipal, nonresidential, and residential markets.

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  • Investment Banking

    William Blair Hires Head of Biopharma Investment Banking, Based in New York

    William Blair announced today the expansion of the firm’s Healthcare team with the addition of Michael Allwin as managing director and head of Biopharma investment banking.

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  • Investment Banking

    Primed Has Agreed to be Acquired by Inflexion

    William Blair acted as the exclusive M&A advisor to Primed, a portfolio company of Paragon, on its pending sale to Inflexion. The transaction signed July 2026.

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  • Investment Banking

    DecoPac Has Been Acquired by Sentinel Capital Partners

    William Blair served as financial advisor to DecoPac Inc., a portfolio company of Kohlberg & Company, in connection with its sale to Sentinel Capital Partners. The transaction closed in July 2026, and the terms were not disclosed.

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  • Equity Research

    Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD $516.11), a semiconductor company that designs chips including CPUs, GPUs, and a range of other processors for data center, industrial, and consumer use.

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  • Equity Research

    Zura Bio Limited: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Zura Bio Limited (ZURA $5.36), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing the bispecific antibody tibulizumab (IL-17xBAFF) for the treatment of autoimmune diseases.

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  • Equity Research

    Space Exploration Technologies Corp.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SPCX $162.00), a leading provider of space, connectivity, and AI services.

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Awards and Recognition

  • Investment Management

    Lewis Jones, Marcelo Assalin, and Marco Ruijer Named to Euro Stars 2026

    Three William Blair emerging markets debt portfolio managers were named to Citywire's Euro Stars 2026 list, ranking among the top 0.5%.

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  • Private Wealth Management

    Three William Blair Advisors Named to Barron’s Top 100 Women Financial Advisors

    The annual ranking recognizes women advisors demonstrating excellence in wealth management and client service.

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  • Community Engagement

    Recognizing Our 2026 William Blair Cares Awards Recipients

    We are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 William Blair Cares Awards, our annual program recognizing the exceptional volunteer efforts and impact of our colleagues across the firm.

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  • Corporate

    William Blair Receives Top Workplaces Awards

    William Blair's New York office earns 2026 Top Workplace recognition, joining six consecutive years of firm-wide USA Top Workplaces honors.

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  • Investment Banking

    Two William Blair Clients Named Middle-Market Deals of the Year by Mergers & Acquisitions

    Congratulations to William Blair clients Commodity & Ingredient Hedging LLC, a portfolio company of Falfurrias Capital Partners, and Stout, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity, for being recognized on Mergers & Acquisitions’ list of 2026 Mid-Market Deals of the Year.

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  • Private Wealth Management

    Barron’s Recognizes William Blair Wealth Management Teams

    Three Private Wealth Management teams were recognized in Barron’s 2026 ranking, released on May 8.

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In The Media

  • Investment Management

    Lewis Jones, Marcelo Assalin, and Marco Ruijer Named to Euro Stars 2026

    Three William Blair emerging markets debt portfolio managers were named to Citywire's Euro Stars 2026 list, ranking among the top 0.5%.

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  • Private Wealth Management

    Three William Blair Advisors Named to Barron’s Top 100 Women Financial Advisors

    The annual ranking recognizes women advisors demonstrating excellence in wealth management and client service.

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  • Investment Banking

    William Blair’s Acquisition of Inner Circle Sports Featured on Bloomberg TV

    William Blair’s acquisition of Inner Circle Sports (ICS) was discussed recently on Bloomberg TV’s “Open Interest” with Matt Zimmer, Global Head of Investment Banking, and Rob Tilliss, ICS co-founder and William Blair’s new Co-Head of Sports, Media & Entertainment.

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  • Investment Banking

    Rishi Sethi Addition Covered in Private Equity News

    William Blair’s recent announcement of the hiring of Rishi Sethi, a technology investment banking managing director based in London, was featured in several prominent media outlets, including Private Equity News, Real Deals, Mergers & Acquisitions, and more.

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  • Investment Banking

    Franchise Times Recognizes William Blair’s Restaurant and Franchising Expertise

    Congratulations to our client, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, for being recognized by Franchise Times’ 2026 Dealmakers Awards. This was the publication’s 14th annual Dealmakers event, which highlights excellence in franchising M&A.

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