Houlihan Lokey flags AI-driven demand for data-backed results as key specialty consulting M&A driver
Bitget2026/10/14 00:28- Houlihan Lokey flagged rising demand for specialty consulting as clients seek data-backed results, measurable ROI, faster delivery, higher accuracy.
- AI shifted from disruption risk to operational enabler, supporting workflow automation, cost efficiency, stronger client outcomes.
- Clients face execution risk integrating AI and analytics without internal expertise, driving outsourcing to niche advisors with deep domain knowledge.
- Investor interest centers on subsectors viewed as insulated from AI, including geopolitical risk consulting, litigation consulting.
- Valuations reflect a flight to quality, with premium multiples for firms with durable brands, reputations, client trust.
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