GlobeNewswire·Apr 13, 2026, 6:59 AM ET

Perella Weinberg to Acquire Gleacher Shacklock, a Leading Independent UK Advisory Firm

Perella Weinberg Partners (NASDAQ: PWP) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire London-based Gleacher Shacklock.
Gleacher Shacklock was founded in 2003 & is a trusted independent advisory firm specializing in the UK market with a focus on corporates, sovereign wealth funds, & institutions.
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approval & customary closing conditions.
The acquisition significantly expands Perella Weinberg's presence in the UK, which is the largest advisory market in Europe.
Perella Weinberg CEO Andrew Bednar stated the partnership will accelerate strategic ambitions by combining Gleacher Shacklock's client trust with Perella Weinberg's global platform.
Gleacher Shacklock Chairman Tim Shacklock & CEO Dominic Lee confirmed the deal aligns with their conviction for independent advice & enables integrated cross-Atlantic services.
The combined entity will offer senior-led advice on M&A, capital markets, & restructuring across both sides of the Atlantic.
Perella Weinberg currently employs approximately 700 staff across offices in New York, London, Houston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Paris, Chicago, Munich, Palm Beach, Denver, Calgary, & Greenwich.
Gleacher Shacklock employs approximately 30 advisory professionals & primarily serves clients based in the UK & Europe.