Piper Sandler Expands London Infrastructure Debt Advisory with Nomura Hires
Event summary
- Piper Sandler launches infrastructure debt advisory team in London, led by Stewart Robinson, former Nomura EMEA head of debt advisory.
- Team includes Hugo Muller and Anish Shah, both previously executive directors at Nomura.
- New group integrates into the energy, power, and infrastructure division, focusing on debt financing and capital raising.
- Robinson brings 20+ years of experience in debt advisory, private placements, and project bonds.
The big picture
Piper Sandler's move underscores the growing importance of specialized debt advisory services in infrastructure financing, particularly in Europe. The hires from Nomura signal a strategic push to capture market share in a segment increasingly dominated by global banks. The integration of debt and M&A advisory services could create a more compelling offering for clients navigating complex capital structures.
What we're watching
- Competitive Positioning
- How Piper Sandler's expanded debt advisory capabilities will challenge established players like Nomura and Societe Generale in the EMEA infrastructure debt market.
- Client Integration
- Whether the firm can effectively merge debt advisory with its existing M&A advisory services to deliver seamless capital structure solutions.
- Market Demand
- The pace at which infrastructure debt financing opportunities grow in Europe, particularly in energy and power sectors, amid regulatory and sustainability pressures.