VERTESS Named #1 Healthcare Sell-side M&A Advisor by Axial in 2026
VERTESS has been ranked as the top healthcare sell-side mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisor for 2026 according to Axial's annual list of leading lower middle market advisors. The ranking is based on a weighted methodology that considers transaction volume, buyer engagement, deal progression milestones, and investment mandates created through Axial’s private deal network. Axial also released its Healthcare M&A Outlook Survey in conjunction with the rankings. Behavioral and Mental Health was identified as the most active sector for healthcare deals, followed by Physician Practices and Specialty Care. The survey noted strong valuation multiples for Healthcare IT while Physician Practices saw lower valuations despite high transaction volume. VERTESS Managing Partner Vaughne Glennie expressed pride in the recognition, emphasizing their commitment to client service and expertise in guiding business owners through significant transactions.
Topics: advisory services healthcare mergers and acquisitions