🚀 We’re delighted to have advised @security_hq, a tech-enabled, full-suite managed security service provider (MSSP), on its minority investment from @GCPGrowth. We couldn't be more excited to see the continued growth of the business in partnership with GCP. It was a pleasure

2/2 “The Houlihan team were fantastic. They delivered trusted advice, thoughtful articulation of our equity story and data, superb investor connectivity globally, and unwavering commitment in fluid markets to deliver a successful outcome and support Numan's next stage of growth.

1/2 Huge congratulations to @getnuman on raising $60m in growth financing, led by @bigpivc with participation from @HSBCInnovation, @endeavor_global, @WhiteStarCap and Novator. Numan is on a mission to help people lead happier, healthier, longer lives. It was our privilege to

🤙🏼 Get in touch (6/6) 25. We’re Houlihan Lokey, the trusted advisor to more top decision-makers than any other independent global investment bank. We’re No. 1 in Equity Private Placements (for sources, see Survey). Thinking of raising capital? Get in touch with me to see how we

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💰 Private Market Activity & Dynamics (2/6) 5. Private markets (PM): Pre-tariffs, 9/10 investors reported solid PM conditions, increasing deal volume and more companies coming to market. Post-tariffs, investors expect increased volatility to persist, and near-term deployment may

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4/4 A privilege to have advised Casavo on the equity raise. Thx @giorgio_tinacci for kind words: “Numis’ support has been extremely valuable. Numis’ dedication + senior advice to navigate a challenging market have been success factors. Numis is a partner in fit with our DNA.” 📈

3/4 …. while its platform, proprietary tech and data have powered huge success already with €1B of transactions executed to date.

2/4 Casavo’s end-to-end platform for home buyers and sellers has evolved from a pure home-buying platform into a leading, next-generation European residential marketplace…

1/4 Congratulations to @Casavo_it on its flagship €100m Series D equity raise 🚀. Our privilege to have served as advisers. Alongside €300m of new debt financing, Casavo is extending its leadership across Europe. Great working with @giorgio_tinacci +team. https://t.co/GgppqSqcRZ

Was our privilege to advise Nord. Thx to Tom for kind words: “I’d never have thought we could achieve this ideal outcome. Your attitude to clients, connectivity + creativity are outstanding. Thanks for this 1st step in our journey and we’ll continue to hustle together in future.”

The Company will use the proceeds to power further expansion of Nord's product suite and footprint through hiring, intensive R&D and acquisitive growth.

Nord Security are building a radically better internet with a suite of modern security and privacy solutions. Nord’s products offer best-in-class convenience, user experience, adaptability and administration - at a fraction of the cost and difficulty of traditional solutions.

Huge congratulations to @tom_okman and team on their $100m maiden fundraise for Nord Security, which has become Lithuania’s second unicorn with a valuation of $1.6B. 🦄🇱🇹🚀

🚀Awesome fashion platform @lyst has raised $85m in pre-IPO financing with fantastic new + existing investors. Huge assortment (17,000 brands) + growth ($2B lifetime GMV, +1100% new app users). Numis' privilege to serve as Financial Advisor on the raise.

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The incredible @CazooUK has raised a further £240m from leading investors and > doubled its $1B valuation from earlier this year. A privilege to support Alex Chesterman OBE and serve as joint placement agent on the fundraising. Here's to the next stage!