Post acquisition and subsequent integration, the new company will boost Piper Jaffray’s M&A position in the middle market and add significant resources dedicated to the private equity community.

Piper Jaffray chairman and CEO Andrew Duff said that the acquisition will boost its middle-market M&A business and add significant resources dedicated to the private equity community.

Edgeview Partners partner Ted Garner stated, "Our clients will benefit from expanded product capabilities, deeper sector expertise and broadened international reach while our employees will realize outstanding career opportunities."

Established in 2001 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Edgeview Partners delivers merger and acquisition advisory services to middle-market clients and private equity companies across various industries.

Formed in 1895 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Piper Jaffray manages offices across the US and in London, Zurich and Hong Kong.