Leerink Partners Expands Its Reach by Opening an Office in London

Leerink Partners, a prominent investment bank dedicated to the healthcare sector, has announced the opening of its first international office in London. This strategic move aims to expand its advisory platform for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and enhance the services provided to clients throughout Europe.

Eric Stewart, a seasoned veteran in healthcare banking, has joined Leerink as a senior managing director to spearhead the company’s expansion in the European market. Stewart brings over a decade of experience in investment banking, having previously served as a managing director at Lazard, where he had significant involvement in advising on substantial transactions. Before his tenure at Lazard which began in 2014, he was part of the healthcare investment banking team at Houlihan Lokey and started his career at Stryker Corporation.

In his statement, Tom Davidson, Co-CEO of Leerink Partners and Vice Chairman for Global Investment Banking, expressed the importance of establishing a strong M&A advisory platform by saying, “Entering London positions us well to create a leading advisory platform for M&A. Eric brings exceptional experience in advising significant transactions both in the region and globally. I look forward to working with Eric and the rest of our seasoned team to grow our business.”

Eric Stewart echoed this sentiment, stating, “I am excited to join Leerink Partners at such a pivotal moment of change. Leerink's unique focus on healthcare, extensive industry network, and commitment to excellence make it a remarkable platform for clients across Europe. I look forward to facilitating the global expansion of the firm and building a trusted advisory platform in this dynamic market.”

Leerink Partners LLC is a highly specialized investment bank in healthcare with an impressive legacy in the financial sector. The firm’s experienced team is known for delivering innovative advisory solutions, specialized capital-raising expertise, and valuable insights that support clients' strategic goals. Since its inception, Leerink has advised on transactions worth $70 billion and has helped clients raise over $175 billion in capital, establishing itself as a trusted partner for healthcare companies and investors alike. The firm operates as a registered broker-dealer with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

Leerink Partners UK Limited, based in London, will provide healthcare clients with merger and acquisition advisory and related services throughout the UK and Europe. This expansion reflects Leerink's commitment to delivering tailored and expert advice to its growing clientele in the healthcare arena.

For more information, visit Leerink Partners website.

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