What’s driving dealership acquisition financing in today’s market? Stephens Managing Director Davidson Hall joined Baker Tilly’s Up to Speed podcast to discuss the current state of dealership M&A financing, from bank appetite and private capital to blue sky leverage and execution certainty in competitive buy-sell environments. Watch the full conversation for insights into how operators are approaching growth, acquisitions, and capital strategy in today’s market. https://lnkd.in/gBBCSd4V
Stephens
Financial Services
Little Rock, Arkansas 36,128 followers
Stephens is a privately held financial services firm focused on building long-term relationships and long-term results.
About us
Founded in 1933, Stephens is a family of privately-held, independent financial services firms focused on building value for companies, state and local governments, institutions and high-net-worth investors. We are headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, with offices in leading cities across the country and overseas. Since our founding, Stephens has pursued an independent course. We’ve built our firm on long-term relationships and enduring values, establishing an international reputation for vision, integrity and innovation. Free from herd mentality, short-term thinking and quarter-to-quarter imperatives, we’ve always stayed focused on the people who matter most: our clients. As investors and business owners ourselves, we have a unique perspective on the world. We understand the needs and concerns of individual investors, industry leaders and public interest stewards. Because we sit on the same side of the table as our clients, we are able to understand their goals and help build their future in partnership. © 2026 Stephens Inc. | Member NYSE, SIPC Disclosures: https://stephens.com/social-media http://www.stephens.com/
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- Financial Services
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Little Rock, Arkansas
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- Privately Held
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- 1933
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- Wealth Management, Investment Banking, Capital Management, Private Equity, Institutional Sales & Trading, Public Finance, Insurance, and Research
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AI may dominate headlines, but many family investors are doubling down on businesses built for longevity. In CNBC’s latest feature on non-AI industries, Stephens’ Joe Mowery shares why dealerships can attract long-term investors seeking durable, tax-advantaged cash flow and resilient service-driven revenue streams. “It’s not a nice-to-have. It’s a must-have.” — Joe Mowery, Head of Dealership Investment Banking at Stephens Read more from CNBC’s Hayley Cuccinello on how family offices are leaning into old-economy businesses amid today’s evolving investment landscape. https://lnkd.in/gDXMxUSA
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For more than 90 years, Stephens has helped shape the story of Arkansas fueling business growth, strengthening communities, and investing in the people and ideas building the state’s future. That lasting impact, and the Stephens family’s deep roots in Arkansas business and philanthropy, was recently spotlighted in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette: https://lnkd.in/gXMatvNk
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Now in its third generation of family leadership, Stephens Inc. continues to build on a legacy nearly a century in the making. Arkansas Business recently featured the firm in its coverage of family-owned businesses and succession planning: https://lnkd.in/gtN74jS7
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Stephens served as an Underwriter on the EagleRock Land, LLC (NYSE: EROK) Initial Public Offering #InvestmentBanking https://lnkd.in/gmx5e_Sc
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Stephens served as advisor to Formula One Autocentres in its acquisition of a portfolio of 35 UK sites from ATS Euromaster https://lnkd.in/gB7WPvFM #InvestmentBanking
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Stephens served as exclusive financial advisor to Royal Cup Coffee and Tea #InvestmentBanking https://lnkd.in/gATNrQYS https://lnkd.in/gcV6stvw
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Charles Meyer, Senior Vice President and Technical Head of Energy investment banking at Stephens has been named to Hart Energy’s 2026 40 Under 40, which spotlights rising leaders shaping the future of energy. Chosen from a competitive, peer-nominated field, this honor recognizes standout impact, bold leadership, and innovative thinking. Congratulations, Charles! Hart Energy
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Stephens hosts the 2026 Family Office Energy Summit, bringing together family offices and industry leaders for two days at the intersection of energy, capital, and policy. From geopolitics to power demand, this year’s panels reflect the complexity and opportunity within a rapidly changing market. As a family-owned firm with nearly 75 years of experience in energy, Stephens brings its expertise and network to each discussion. We look forward to another year of thoughtful dialogue and networking.
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