ACT Capital Advisors, a leading mergers and acquisitions firm, is proud to announce that it has been ranked #9 on Axial’s list of “Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks | 2025.”

Axial, the trusted platform serving the lower middle market, recognized ACT Capital Advisors for its exceptional performance throughout 2025. The annual league tables evaluate the deal-making activities of more than 800 investment banks and M&A advisory firms. Rankings are determined by key criteria, including client quality, buy-side targeting, M&A process effectiveness, and deal outcomes.

This marks the fourth consecutive year that ACT Capital Advisors has been featured among Axial’s Top 25 investment banks. Earning a top 10 ranking at #9 reflects ACT’s commitment to delivering outstanding results for clients through strategic execution, proven processes, and deep industry expertise.

According to Axial’s 2025 data, the platform saw a record-breaking 12,856 deals—a 17.1% surge over 2024 and the highest annual total on record.

“Securing a top 10 spot on Axial’s 2025 list is an incredible milestone,” said Robert Hild, Chairman & CEO of ACT Capital Advisors. “It’s a testament to our team’s relentless drive, our clients’ confidence, and our focus on achieving superior results in every deal.”

For more information and the full list of 2025 winners, read Axial’s full article here.

About ACT Capital Advisors

ACT Capital Advisors is a leading national mergers & acquisitions firm representing lower to middle-market companies across various industries. With a 40-year history, ACT has closed over 250 transactions and created more than $2.5 billion in wealth for its clients. For more information, visit actcapitaladvisors.com.