Lincoln International Inc. (LCLN)

Lincoln International, Inc. functions as an independent investment banking advisory firm, concentrating its expertise on private capital markets both domestically and globally. The company operates through two principal divisions: Investment Banking Advisory and Valuations & Opinions. The Investment Banking Advisory segment delivers comprehensive capital advisory services, encompassing debt guidance, special situations and restructuring support, and growth or minority equity solutions. It also provides private funds advisory, which includes structured and continuation vehicles, single-asset funds, primary fund placements, and co-investment strategies. Within the Valuations & Opinions segment, the firm offers specialized services such as portfolio valuations, transaction opinions, board advisory, and disputes advisory. These services are provided to a diverse clientele of alternative asset managers, including private equity and credit firms, mutual funds, insurance companies, banks, infrastructure investors, hedge funds, and various institutional investors. Additionally, this segment extends financial advice to general partners, boards of directors, special committees, investors, trustees, and other key corporate decision-makers across both public and private entities. Other services include strategic consulting, "Connect" (an executive peer exchange fostering mentorship among leaders in the insurance and wealth sectors), and "FirstChoice" (an agency network offering direct access to insurance carriers, strategic business planning, advanced technology, and educational resources). Lincoln International also maintains a dedicated platform designed to assist clients in attracting capital, making impact-driven investments, maximizing value, and ultimately realizing significant returns. The firm's industry focus spans Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare, Industrials, and Technology sectors. Established in 1996, Lincoln International is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.