Thinking of Selling in 2025? Here’s What the Market is Telling Us

Business owners considering a sale this year are navigating a tricky—but opportunity-rich—environment.

In Q1 2025, we saw:

• A rebound in lower-middle-market deals, with valuations returning to pre-pandemic highs
• Steady appetite for RIA and insurance platforms, thanks to recurring revenue and scalable models
• Private equity shifting to capital-light strategies like add-ons and growth equity

But headwinds remain: inflation, trade uncertainty, and policy shifts are keeping some buyers cautious.

We unpack it all in our Q1 2025 M&A Update—written for sellers, not just dealmakers.

Let’s connect if you’re wondering what your company is worth in today’s market.