BRC Group Holdings, Inc. (B. Riley)

BRC Group Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is a diversified holding company that operates across financial services, communications, and retail sectors, alongside strategic investments in equity, debt, and venture capital. The company, formerly known as B. Riley Financial, Inc., officially adopted its current name on January 1, 2026, a nod to its original founding as B. Riley & Co. in 1997.

The company's core business segments include Capital Markets, offering investment banking, institutional brokerage, and direct lending services; Wealth Management, providing brokerage, investment management, and financial planning; and Financial Consulting, which encompasses bankruptcy restructuring and valuation services. Additionally, BRC Group Holdings operates in the communications sector through brands like Lingo, magicJack, Marconi Wireless, and United Online (UOL), delivering cloud phone, internet, and data services. Its retail segment focuses on consumer products such as mobile computing accessories and home furnishings.

Under the leadership of Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer Bryant Riley, BRC Group Holdings has recently launched BRC Specialty Finance, a platform designed to offer tailored capital solutions, including structured equity loans and bridge loans, to underserved U.S. public small-cap and middle-market companies. The company reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2026, with significant net income and adjusted EBITDA, driven by investment gains and operational performance, alongside a reduction in total debt. BRC Group Holdings is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol RILY.