KKR to Acquire Crowe LLP in Nearly $3B Deal
April 24, 2026
KKR is in advanced talks to acquire accounting and consulting firm Crowe LLP for a purchase price of roughly $2.5 billion to $3 billion. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter, with Crowe partners retaining a minority stake. The transaction would provide capital for Crowe to accelerate AI adoption, expand capabilities, and pursue additional acquisitions.
- Buyers
- KKR
- Targets
- Crowe LLP
- Sellers
- Crowe partners (retaining minority stake)
- Industry
- Professional Services
- Location
- United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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