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Turning the Corner as Volume and Pricing Align in Q1 2026

Micro middle market M&A entered 2026 on firm footing, with deal volume and pricing moving in the same direction for the first time in five quarters. This report covers the valuation, deal volume, and capital markets trends shaping the micro middle market in Q1 2026.

Q1 2026 Report

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Q1 2026 Micro Middle Market Quarterly Update

 


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Houlihan Capital's Investment Banking group offers an integrated advisory approach across strategic, technical, and transactional expertise, working with businesses across all major industries with enterprise value greater than $5.0 million and EBITDA between $1.0 million and $20.0 million.

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Business Valuations | Sell-Side Advisory | Buy-Side Advisory | M&A Advisory | Transaction Advisory

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