ABGSC acquires FIH Partners to strengthen Nordic investment banking presence

ABG Sundal Collier (ABGSC) announced its acquisition of FIH Partners, Denmark's top independent M&A and strategic financial advisory firm, on December 9, 2025. This move is expected to solidify ABGSC's standing as a leading independent Nordic investment bank, creating the most experienced investment banking team in Denmark. The transaction is projected to be accretive to earnings from 2026.

The upfront purchase price is DKK 50 million, paid in cash and shares, with a potential additional performance payment of up to DKK 150 million over four years, contingent on profitability. The newly integrated team, co-headed by Thomas Lindquist, Jørgen Overholt Hansen, and Peter Brandenborg, will operate under the ABGSC brand from FIH Partners' Copenhagen headquarters.

FIH Partners, established in 2006, has advised on over 200 transactions with a combined value exceeding EUR 100bn, specializing in M&A, debt advisory, and IPOs. ABGSC aims to leverage this acquisition to further strengthen its commitment and expand its market share. The transaction is anticipated to close in early 2026.