ABG Sundal Collier (ABGSC) has announced the acquisition of FIH Partners, a Danish independent M&A and strategic financial advisory firm. 

The acquisition is expected to combine the expertise, sector coverage, and client relationships and products of both organisations. 

Under the deal, FIH Partners will make an upfront payment of Dkr50m ($7.8m) in cash and shares, along with potential performance-related payments over four years. 

The performance payments, subject to the profitability of the combined investment banking operations, increase the total purchase price by up to Dkr150m ($23.3m). 

This transaction is expected to close in early 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. 

Upon closing, ABGSC will merge its current Danish operations with FIH Partners. 

The combined entity will operate under the ABGSC brand from the existing headquarters of FIH Partners in Copenhagen, with an experienced investment banking team. 

It will offer services in strategic financial advisory, mergers and acquisitions, equity capital markets, and debt capital markets. 

ABGSC said that the acquisition will strengthen its position in the Nordic investment banking sector, in line with its stated growth strategy. 

The company expects the transaction to be accretive to earnings from 2026 and to support its financial objectives to grow revenues and improve margins. 

This new combined investment banking operation will be jointly led by Jørgen Overholt Hansen, Thomas Lindquist and Peter Brandenborg. 

ABGSC CEO Jonas Ström said: “From day one, we have had strong ambitions for our investment banking presence in Denmark, which we have successfully expanded over time. 

“By joining forces with FIH Partners, a market leader in M&A and strategic financial advisory, we are taking the next step in strengthening our commitment. 

“FIH Partners’ highly respected team, deep client relationships, complementary sector expertise, and cultural fit make them an excellent match for ABGSC.”