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News and Events

  • 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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  • Equity Research

    Arlo Technologies, Inc.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Arlo Technologies, Inc. (ARLO $12.98), a leading platform provider of SaaS-based smart security solutions.

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  • Investment Banking

    William Blair Completes Acquisition of Inner Circle Sports

    William Blair today announced it has successfully completed its acquisition of Inner Circle Sports, a leading boutique investment bank focused on the global sports, media, and entertainment ecosystem.

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  • Equity Research

    Concentra Group Holdings Parent, Inc.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Concentra Group Holdings Parent, Inc. (CON $29.77), a provider of occupational health services focused on treating workplace injury and illness.

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  • Equity Research

    Liftoff Mobile, Inc.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Liftoff Mobile, Inc. (LFTO $25.78), a global leader in mobile app growth acceleration, using machine-learning-powered marketing and monetization technology to help businesses acquire high-value users and scale revenue across the full mobile app lifecycle.

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Awards and Recognition

  • 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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  • Investment Banking

    Jack Blomfield Named Rising Star by Financial News London

    Jack Blomfield was recently recognized by Financial News London on its list of Rising Stars of European Finance 2026.

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  • Private Wealth Management

    40 William Blair Advisors Named Best-in-State by Forbes

    Congratulations to the firm’s largest group for making Forbes’ annual list, released on April 7.

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  • Corporate

    William Blair Recognized in "Where You Work Matters" List of Top Employers

    William Blair was included in the 2026 "Where You Work Matters" list as a Platinum Employer. This independent rating uses objective data to assess workplace quality across U.S. employers.

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In The Media

  • 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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  • Investment Banking

    Kevin Eisele Quoted in Endpoints News

    William Blair biotech equity capital markets managing director Kevin Eisele was quoted in Endpoints News, where he discussed how other players outside traditional big pharma acquirers are getting involved in M&A activity in the sector.

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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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