Leading financial advisers UBS and Rand Merchant Bank top M&A rankings in Middle East and Africa region during first half of 2025.
In the bustling world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), UBS and Rand Merchant Bank have emerged as the leading financial advisers for the first half of 2025, according to GlobalData's league table.
UBS, a renowned global financial services company, has taken the lead by value, having advised on deals totalling $1.6bn during this period. One of the significant deals advised by UBS is the Warba Bank-Alghanim deal, which has contributed significantly to its position.
Rand Merchant Bank, on the other hand, has claimed the top spot by volume, having been involved in four deals in the MEA during the first half of 2025. This marks an improvement from its fourth position in the same period last year.
Meanwhile, in the MENA region, Rothschild has led the pack by total value, having advised on deals worth a combined $76.1 billion.
These rankings are based on GlobalData's meticulous tracking of thousands of company and advisory firm websites, as well as other reliable sources. GlobalData, a leading data and analytics firm, publishes league tables for M&A advisors to provide insights into the industry.
Barclays ranked fourth by value in M&A deals in the MEA during the first half of 2025, with advisories worth $801m. KPMG took the second spot by volume, with three deals. HSBC, Goldman Sachs, and Standard Chartered Bank each advised on two deals in the M&A market in the MEA during the same period.
Clairfield International rounded off the top five by value, with advisories worth $750m.
GlobalData's league table ranks financial advisors for M&A deals in the MEA by value and volume, offering a comprehensive overview of the market. The table also provides insights into specific M&A deals and the advisors involved, thanks to a dedicated team of analysts who meticulously monitor all sources to gather in-depth details for each deal.
GlobalData seeks submissions of deals from leading advisers to ensure the robustness of the data. This approach ensures that the league table remains a reliable and authoritative source for understanding the dynamic world of M&A in the MEA.
AI plays a crucial role in UBS's wealth management process, as it utilizes advanced analytics to make informed decisions in finance and investing, thereby contributing to UBS's leading position in M&A deals.
In the realm of finance and business, Rand Merchant Bank leverages AI and data-driven insights to optimize its M&A strategies, delivering exceptional results and securing its top spot by volume in the MEA.
