Tracked deals
77
77 tracked deals across 2026.
Tracked deals
77
77 tracked deals across 2026.
Buyer mix
Mixed buyer set
63 strategic · 37 pe
Top trend
Volume peaked in 2022
105 tracked deals announced in 2022.
Buyer Snapshot
Illustrative buyers pulled from tracked transactions on this page. This table is capped and intentionally non-exhaustive.
| Buyer | # Deals | Focus | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Risk Partners | 3 | Insurance brokerage providing personal, commercial, and e... | Strategic |
| Gemspring Capital Management, LP (affiliate) | 2 | Middle-market private equity firm focused on specialty so... | PE |
| Serent Capital | 2 | Growth-focused private equity firm backing founder-led B2... | PE |
| ACON Investments LLC | 1 | Middle-market private equity investor focused on consumer... | PE |
| AMKY Health CT, LLC | 1 | Private physician practice group focused on acquiring and... | Strategic |
| AccelPay | 1 | Compliant ecommerce and payments infrastructure provider ... | Strategic |
| Achieve Partners | 1 | Invests in technologies and business models to advance le... | PE |
| Action Air Systems, LLC | 1 | Commercial HVAC provider growing via tuck-in acquisitions... | Strategic |
| Alchemy | 1 | Work-integrated learning and internship placement service... | Strategic |
| Align Capital Partners | 1 | Growth-oriented private equity firm that makes control in... | PE |
Last 10 years
Supporting Data
The Fertility Partners (TFP) completed the sale of Illume Fertility, a fertility practice serving patients in Connecticut and New York, to IVI RMA North America (IVI RMA). The transaction closed on September 3, 2026, as TFP shifts focus and capital toward expanding its Canadian fertility network.
Valence Surface Technologies LLC acquired Cametoid Technologies Inc., a leading North American provider of Ion Vapor Deposition (IVD) surface treatment for aerospace and defense. Cametoid’s IVD capabilities and related surface/coating services expand Valence’s complex surface-treatment technology offerings for mission-critical components.
DAZN has agreed to acquire EverPass Media, extending its U.S. commercial sports distribution and technology platform. After closing, EverPass will rebrand as DAZN for Business, with its IP-based multi-screen streaming platform serving as the foundation for DAZN’s next-generation commercial venue distribution.
Goldman Sachs entered into an agreement to acquire NEOS Investments, a specialized ETF provider focused on systematic options-based income ETFs. The deal is valued at up to $2.25 billion (cash and equity) and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory approval and customary conditions.
Compass Group Equity Partners announced its partnership with Koma Precision, a national provider of precision machine tool accessories, calibration services, and aftermarket parts and support. The investment is intended to support continued organic growth, capability expansion, and opportunities for strategic add-ons as Koma builds a national platform.
Uplift Investors, a middle-market private equity firm, announced the acquisition of Engage fi, a technology and strategic advisory firm serving banks and credit unions. The deal was sourced from Falfurrias Management Partners, and financial terms were not disclosed.
Star Equity Holdings, Inc. has entered into a merger agreement to acquire Harte Hanks, Inc. for $5.00 per share, valuing Harte Hanks at approximately $38.4 million in equity value. The consideration is up to 50% cash (capped at about $19.2 million) and the remainder in Star 10% Series A Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, with Harte Hanks expected to operate under its own brand within Star’s Business Services division.
Charter Communications completed its previously announced all-stock transaction with Cox Communications and, concurrently, closed its acquisition of Liberty Broadband. The combined company expands Charter’s Spectrum footprint, adds Cox’s customers and footprint, and brings Liberty Broadband’s assets into Charter’s broadband and mobile platforms.
Alchemy, a unit of Nectar Learning, Inc., announced it has acquired Ease Learning. The company also noted that Achieve Partners made a strategic investment in Alchemy as part of the expanded growth plan.
NEOTech, a portfolio company of Arkview Capital, has completed its acquisition of Virtex, a U.S.-based provider of high-reliability electronic manufacturing services focused primarily on the defense market. The combined company will operate 11 facilities across the United States with more than 2,500 employees, expanding NEOTech’s domestic manufacturing footprint and engineering/production capabilities.
The Hartford has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Equitable’s Employee Benefits business focused on flexible, non-medical benefits for small and midsize employers. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, and includes technology and approximately 300 employees transferring to The Hartford at closing.
Argan, Inc. completed the acquisition of ValCor Communications, LLC through its wholly owned subsidiary Southern Maryland Cable Inc. The deal closed July 31, 2026, with total initial consideration of approximately $8.3 million, funded via a mix of cash and Argan common stock.
Crescentia Capital announced a strategic equity investment in Underwater Construction Company LLC (UCC), a provider of specialized underwater diving services for nuclear power and critical infrastructure markets. The investment, completed in partnership with Graham Capital Investments, is intended to fuel organic growth and support strategic acquisitions as Crescentia builds a national platform in specialized underwater services.
Gemspring Capital announced that an affiliate has partnered with utility contractors Key Line Construction and Palouse Power to create a scaled utility infrastructure services platform serving the Pacific Northwest. The combined business will support electric distribution, transmission, substation, and communications infrastructure for utilities as they modernize and expand the grid.
Copper supply provider Pantheon Electric merged four core manufacturing companies—International Wire Group, Hussey Copper, EMS Elektro Metall Schwanenmühle, and Special Corde—to expand its electrical infrastructure footprint across 21 plants. Backed by private equity firm Olympus Partners, the unified platform is aimed at scaling copper conductor and engineered conductive system output to meet growing electrification and AI data center-related demand amid an expected copper supply deficit.
Cambium, a technology-driven platform modernizing how wood is sourced, priced, and distributed, acquired General Woodcraft, a Connecticut-based specialty wood products company. The deal adds premium domestically sourced wood inventory and General Woodcraft’s technical expertise and customer relationships to Cambium’s national network, extending its bicoastal presence. Financial terms were not disclosed.
LPL Financial announced that the financial advisors of Buell Wealth Management have joined its broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor platform. The team manages approximately $370 million in advisory, brokerage, and retirement plan assets and will continue serving clients across 21 states.
Agellus Capital-backed CompassMSP, based in West Hartford, Connecticut, acquired The Logic Group, a managed IT and cybersecurity firm based in the Philadelphia area. Financial terms were not disclosed, and CompassMSP said the acquisition will deepen capabilities for its clients while retaining “the personal touch” of The Logic Group’s team.
Amplix, a technology advisory firm backed by Gemspring Capital, announced its acquisition of CORE Communications, a technology advisory and technology expense management (TEM) firm. The deal strengthens Amplix’s TEM practice and will keep CORE’s team operating under the Amplix brand. Financial terms were not disclosed.
ACON Investments acquired a controlling stake in YumEarth, an organic, allergy-friendly confectionery brand, from Riverside. The deal includes The Fini Company as a strategic industry partner with an ownership stake, and financial terms were not disclosed.
Align Capital Partners’ portfolio company Schneider Geospatial, LLC acquired New England GeoSystems (NEGEO), a Connecticut-based geospatial software and services firm serving municipalities in the Northeast. NEGEO’s MapExpress solution will be integrated into Schneider Geospatial’s Beacon platform used by more than 1,000 local government jurisdictions across 35 states.
Daida, a national provider of business process services and document digitization, acquired Scan-Optics, a Manchester, Connecticut-based intelligent document processing and digital transformation provider. The transaction is Daida’s sixth add-on acquisition under HiGro Group and was completed in early 2026, expanding Daida’s presence and production capacity across government and regulated industries, especially in the Northeast.
Equivu Capital has acquired a majority stake in Leading Edge Aviation Services, a Connecticut-based provider of aircraft interior and exterior detailing and appearance services. The investment is intended to scale the firm through expansion into new markets while maintaining its existing culture and operating standards.
Generational Group advised The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. in its sale to a private investment group active in the mechanical and building services space across 11 states. The acquisition closed on June 1, 2026.
Dynasty Financial Partners has announced the formalization of the Dynasty Consulting Group, which will be anchored by its upcoming acquisition of Optima Group. The combined offering is designed to unite Dynasty’s RIA technology, investment, capital, and operating capabilities with Optima’s strategy, branding, and digital/traditional marketing expertise.
Osage Advisors announced the sale of The Baird Machinery Corporation to Bliss Munitions Equipment. Bliss will continue operating the acquired business under the U.S. Baird name, maintaining support for existing customers and product lines.
MAI Capital Management signed an agreement to acquire Saybrook Wealth Group, an Old Saybrook, Connecticut-based registered investment adviser with approximately $273 million in assets under management. The acquisition expands MAI’s Northeast presence in Connecticut and the surrounding region, and Saybrook joined MAI effective May 29, 2026.
Gemspring Capital acquired Comoto Holdings, the parent company of RevZilla, Cycle Gear, and J&P Cycles, in a transaction valued north of $400 million. The deal closed in early January and positions Gemspring to pursue a buy-and-build roll-up strategy in the fragmented powersports aftermarket.
Six One Commodities LLC (61C) has completed its acquisition of Great American Gas & Electric (GAGE) from Link Growth Advisers LLC. The deal expands 61C’s North American retail and integrated energy platform by bringing GAGE’s team, customer/broker relationships, systems, and infrastructure into 61C.
Wellington Management entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Hartford Funds from The Hartford for an estimated net present value of $1.9 billion. Upon closing, Hartford Funds will be integrated into Wellington’s U.S. Wealth business and operate under the Wellington brand, using Wellington investment capabilities and Hartford Funds’ U.S. distribution platform.
Timex Group announced strategic investments in jewelry brands Jane Win and Pictures on Gold to expand its presence in the jewelry category and adjacent lifestyle categories. Timex, together with Digital Fuel Capital, is investing in both brands, leveraging Timex’s capabilities across design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and brand-building.
TerraCycle Commercial TM, a division of TerraCycle, Inc., acquired Connecticut-based NLR Inc., a universal regulated waste recycler. NLR will join TerraCycle Commercial to expand regulated and universal waste recycling collection capacity across the Northeast, while NLR customers retain their same service contacts.
King Risk Partners announced the acquisition of The Roberts Agency, an independent insurance agency based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. The deal is intended to strengthen King Risk Partners’ presence in Connecticut and expand construction insurance and surety bonding capabilities in the region.
Littlejohn & Co. closed a continuation vehicle anchored by Valcourt Group, providing liquidity to existing fund investors while enabling Littlejohn to keep supporting Valcourt’s next phase of growth. Carlyle AlpInvest led the transaction, with participation from additional blue-chip institutional investors; financial terms were not disclosed.
Action Air Systems, LLC completed a tuck-in acquisition of Air Comfort Systems, Inc., a commercial HVAC provider in Connecticut. The deal expands Action Air’s presence in southern Connecticut and adds preventative maintenance contracts and customer relationships to its platform.
Yellow Wood Partners’ portfolio company, Scholl's Wellness Company (parent of Dr. Scholl’s), acquired premium athletic performance insole and footwear innovation brand VKTRY. Terms were not disclosed, and VKTRY will continue operating under its existing brand identity and leadership team.
Orthopaedic Specialty Group (OSG) and OrthoConnecticut have merged to create a statewide, physician-led musculoskeletal (MSK) care platform serving patients across Connecticut. The partnership also includes a collaboration with Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo) to support value-based care and provide analytics, digital patient engagement, and care management tools for the expanded organization.
Brookside Capital Partners provided subordinated debt and preferred equity co-investment to support Winterberry Landscaping, a portfolio company of Gemini Investors, in acquiring Willie C. & Sons Landscaping. The combined platform is intended to create a scaled landscaping operator across New England with offerings spanning landscaping, irrigation, and snow removal.
Trucordia, an insurance brokerage headquartered in Lindon, Utah, announced it has acquired the Paradiso Financial and Insurance Services business in Stafford Springs, Connecticut. Paradiso serves families, individuals, business owners, and specializes in auto, home, life, business policies, and specialty lines.
Balance Point Capital Advisors (along with its affiliated funds) is investing in The Edge in connection with the acquisition of the company by Serent Capital. The deal also includes the appointment of Josh Brenner as CEO, with founder Dick Abbott set to retire after nearly 25 years.
Valitana, a fintech provider of analytics, workflow, and portfolio management solutions for structured credit professionals, announced a significant growth equity investment from FTV Capital. The investment is intended to fund product innovation, deepen Valitana’s AI roadmap, and expand its platform across structured credit and adjacent markets such as CMBS, ABS, and ABL.
King Risk Partners announced it has acquired Morin Associates, an independent insurance brokerage and consulting firm based in Groton, Connecticut. The deal is intended to strengthen King Risk Partners’ employee benefits capabilities and expand its presence in the Connecticut market.
Ambient Enterprises, a national group of HVAC design and implementation specialists, has acquired Integ Systems Corporation. Integ designs, supplies, and services integrated power protection and mechanical support systems for mission-critical environments including data centers and medical imaging facilities.
Boehringer Ingelheim and Click Therapeutics announced a strategic agreement to support the commercialization of CT-155, an investigational prescription digital therapeutic for experiential negative symptoms of schizophrenia. Under the deal, Boehringer will transfer full product responsibility and commercial/marketing authorization rights to Click Therapeutics, while also providing a $50M Series D strategic investment and dedicated commercial funding to help bring CT-155 to patients if cleared by the FDA.
Premier Equipment Solutions, a Connecticut-based compact equipment dealer and rental operator backed by Brenton Point Capital Partners, acquired New England Power Equipment and Saybrook Rentals. The acquired business will operate as New England Equipment & Rental, a division of Premier Equipment Solutions, and the combined network now operates six locations across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
King Risk Partners announced the acquisition of New England Property & Casualty, Inc., an independent insurance agency headquartered in Wallingford, Connecticut. The transaction is intended to expand King Risk Partners’ presence across the Northeast by partnering with established local agencies while maintaining their service-oriented approach.
Windjammer Capital acquired PrecisionX Group, a provider of high-precision metal components for mission-critical applications in highly regulated end markets. PrecisionX is headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut, operates across seven U.S. facilities, and offers deep and shallow drawn/progressive stamping and machining capabilities such as Swiss screw, CNC, and wire EDM.
Hills Distribution, a Northeast wholesale distributor of plumbing and HVAC equipment, partnered with Bender Plumbing Supply to expand its platform. The addition brings Bender Plumbing Supply’s six locations and showroom capabilities to Hills Distribution’s growing portfolio across the Northeast.
Splash Car Wash, headquartered in Milford, Connecticut, announced the acquisition of the Five Star Car Wash & Detail Center in East Northport, New York. The company said the deal expands its Long Island presence and complements its recent car wash purchases in the region.
DATTCO Inc. has acquired Land/Jet, a bus operator based in Watertown, expanding DATTCO’s presence in western Connecticut and extending service into New York. The transition will integrate Land/Jet’s 10-bus fleet, with about half expected to be retired and replaced by newer vehicles from DATTCO’s existing fleet, while retaining all Land/Jet employees.
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