Global mergers and acquisitions were strong in 2025 and entered 2026 with remarkable momentum. While much of the headlines in the J.P. Morgan M&A Market Outlook focus on mega-deals and transformative transactions well north of $1 billion, one of the most striking trends is the continued strength of cross-border dealmaking. Calder’s Sell-Side team and Buy-Side teams alike have noticed a climb in international deal-making. For our Sell-Side team, we are seeing that buyers from Europe, Asia, and other regions are increasingly looking to the United States for compelling acquisition opportunities. For our Buy-Side team, we are being engaged by international buyers for strong, U.S.-based companies.

Calder Capital’s Sell-Side Team: Partnering American Companies with Thoughtful International Buyers

Consider our recent role in the BCU Electric transaction: an Ohio-based electrical contracting firm that was acquired by a multi-national strategic buyer, Meptagon Group. 

International interest emerged early, but as BCU’s Sell-Side M&A Advisor, we realized the right strategic fit required more than just capital. Our seller valued the engagement and retention of management, as well as investment in their team. Our go-to-market strategy generated offers from buyers in the United States, Canada, Poland, and Israel.

Our integrated Sell-Side advisory approach ensured alignment between the buyer’s long-term global priorities and the fundamentals of a strong U.S. mid-market business.

Calder Capital’s Buy-Side Team: Helping International Buyers Expand Into the United States

Calder Capital’s Buy-Side team has experienced the increasing trend of acquirers seeking geographic expansion: namely, international buyers expanding their footprint into the United States. 

For international acquirers considering targets in the U.S. lower middle market ($1M–$100M enterprise value), this trend represents a growing opportunity. Unlike mega-cap strategic mergers that dominate headlines, cross-border investments at the lower end of the market require a nuanced understanding of valuation dynamics and tailored execution strategies to ensure operational continuity.

At Calder Capital, we see firsthand how international buyers can unlock value in the U.S. lower middle market when they approach it with the same rigor they would bring to larger deals; however, it is key to have partners who understand the unique challenges of this segment. 

As your Buy-Side M&A Advisor, Calder Capital can act as a true extension of an international buyer’s investment team: sourcing proprietary opportunities, conducting granular due diligence, and executing transactions with precision. Whether it’s navigating state-by-state industry landscapes or translating overseas strategic priorities into actionable deal frameworks, we’re your boots-on-the-ground partner.

As cross-border deal interest continues to grow, success will go to those who combine strategic vision with trusted advisory partners who know the intricacies of the U.S. lower middle market and the U.S. middle market. With Calder Capital’s Buy-Side team, you gain a dedicated M&A execution team aligned with your goals and positioned to help you expand into the United States.

About Calder Capital

Founded in 2013, Calder Capital is a cross-industry mergers and acquisitions advisory firm with offices across the United States. Calder provides valuation, sell-side, and buy-side services. We are nationally recognized for excellence in advising $1-100M enterprise value transactions in manufacturing, construction, distribution, and business services. Calder serves business owners, entrepreneurs, family offices, financial buyers, and investors. Learn more at www.CalderGR.com.