Houlihan Lokey to acquire a majority stake in Audere Partners.

Houlihan Lokey, an investment bank, agreed to acquire a majority stake in Audere Partners, a French corporate finance firm. Financial terms are not disclosed. “Over the past decade, our growth in Europe has been driven by a clear focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for clients through a truly differentiated offering. Our ability to combine global reach and deep sector expertise with unparalleled access to alternative capital has enabled us to support clients with solutions few others can match. The breadth of expertise that the Audere Partners and Mellum Capital teams bring, together with the strong cultural alignment we share, further enhances that offering. We are incredibly excited to expand our presence in Europe as we continue helping clients achieve their most important objectives,” Scott Adelson, Houlihan Lokey Chief Executive Officer.