Langcliffe International expands with Ascent deal

A firm known for supporting company takeovers has pledged to create jobs after expanding with its own acquisition.

Langcliffe International has bought Ascent M&A Consulting.

Bosses say the deal will “enhance its market position… and expand its buyer universe”, adding it will allow both firms to “actively recruit” staff in 2025.

Langcliffe International, based in Ilkley, near Leeds, connects buying parties with potential sellers across Europe and beyond.

London-headquartered Ascent M&A Consulting provides support to active acquirers and corporate finance firms, large corporates and private equity investors across the UK, Europe and North America. 

Hailing the deal’s potential, Helen Postlethwaite, Langcliffe International managing director, said it will “provide a comprehensive, end-to-end solution for buyers and sellers across the mergers and acquisitions spectrum.”

She said: “This is an exciting time for Langcliffe, and I am thrilled to welcome Ascent into the group.”

As part of the deal, Ascent’s sell-side research team will gain direct access to Langcliffe’s proprietary database of more than 30,000 acquirers and their merger and acquisition requirements.

Jack Telford, Ascent M&A Consulting managing director, added: “We primarily serve acquisitive companies and corporate finance advisors, and being part of Langcliffe will enhance our service to both groups.

“With direct access to the Langcliffe team, and technology developments already underway, I’m looking forward to what we can achieve.”

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