Strategic Expansion in Capital Markets
Chatham Financial signed a definitive agreement to acquire Hodes Weill & Associates. Expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, this acquisition is pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. The transaction aims to enhance capital markets solutions for real asset managers globally.
Operating under the name ‘Hodes Weill & Associates, a Chatham Financial Company’, the acquired firm will see David Hodes and Doug Weill join Chatham’s executive leadership team. Both are set to report directly to CEO Matt Henry and become significant shareholders.
“Our shared industry focus and complementary services create immediate synergies that we expect will drive significant value for our clients,” stated CEO Matt Henry of Chatham Financial.
Enhanced Client Services
Since its founding in 1991, Chatham Financial has served over 4,500 companies globally, managing $2 trillion in annual transaction volume. This acquisition will significantly enhance its offerings in real estate, infrastructure, and other real assets.
Founded in 2009, Hodes Weill has advised on approximately $33 billion of capital across institutional offerings. The firm specialises in strategic advice on mergers and acquisitions, GP-led recapitalizations, and other financial initiatives.
“Together, we will deliver enhanced capabilities to our clients and be best positioned to achieve long-term success in this dynamic capital markets landscape,” commented Amol Dhargalkar, Chairman of Chatham’s Board of Directors.
Hodes Weill will benefit from the legal and financial advisories provided by Goodwin Procter LLP and Piper Sandler & Co. for this transaction. Chatham received counsel from Latham & Watkins LLP and KPMG LLP.
Strong strategic alignment and cultural fit mark this acquisition. Both organisations are committed to collaboration and long-term career development, supported by Chatham’s employee-owned model and focus on shared success.
Chatham Financial’s platform unifies data across assets, debt, and derivatives, delivering unmatched transparency and insight. The firm manages $2.9 trillion of commercial real estate debt on its debt management platform.
By joining forces, Chatham and Hodes Weill plan to offer a more comprehensive suite of financial services. Clients will gain seamless access to best-in-class solutions across the entire capital stack.
