Hilco Global’s asset valuation expertise, extensive advisory services, and deal origination capabilities will complement ORIX USA’s expertise in private credit and asset management
Proposed transaction affords Hilco Global with substantial additional capital to further its growth trajectory in asset-based investment management and professional services
NEW YORK & CHICAGO, July 03, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ORIX Corporation USA (“ORIX USA”) and Hilco Global, a diversified global financial services firm headquartered outside of Chicago, IL, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) under which ORIX USA will acquire a majority equity ownership of Hilco Global. The proposed transaction will accelerate ORIX USA’s growth by adding Hilco Global’s extensive valuation expertise, advisory platform, and asset-based lending investment capabilities to complement and expand ORIX USA’s middle-market focused credit platform.
The proposed transaction will enable both firms to deepen execution capabilities for clients during a period of heightened competition. ORIX USA’s investment will expedite and augment Hilco Global’s growth strategy by providing financial flexibility and facilitating the expansion of Hilco Global’s asset management, private credit, and advisory solutions. This will be the foundation of a new asset-based lending arm, which will combine Hilco Global’s expertise in and access to tangible and intangible assets with ORIX USA’s capital and lending capabilities to capture this growing, compelling market opportunity.
Under the terms of the Agreement, Jeffrey B. Hecktman, Executive Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and Founder of Hilco Global, will continue to lead Hilco Global as Chief Executive Officer, and Hilco Global’s executive leadership and partner base will retain a minority equity ownership position going forward. Additionally, Hilco Global will operate as a subsidiary of ORIX USA.
Founded in 1987, Hilco Global is one of the fastest growing financial services firms in the world. With more than 770 employees worldwide, Hilco Global provides a comprehensive range of financial services that leverage a unique blend of deep asset valuation knowledge, restructuring, and advisory experience in combination with capital solutions and principal investing.
“Hilco Global is an industry leader with an impressive reputation and robust experience, and we are proud to welcome them to ORIX USA,” said Terry Suzuki, President and Chief Executive Officer of ORIX USA. “ORIX USA has achieved its steady growth in part through the strategic acquisition of best-in-class businesses. As we evaluate our next chapter, clearly Hilco Global seamlessly fits into our team while also bringing new expertise, relationships, and sources of origination that will create value for our investors, clients, and partners.”
