Valuations & Opinions
Lincoln International delivers accurate valuations and opinions to public and private company management teams and boards of directors.
Unparalleled & Meaningful Insights, Delivered with Rigor
With a passion for delivering high-quality valuations, our Valuations & Opinions Group collaborates with Lincoln’s M&A and Capital Advisory colleagues to combine real-world experience with sophisticated expertise in all types of valuation methodologies.
Our global team of 175+ dedicated valuations and opinions professionals, combined with Lincoln’s 800+ investment banking advisors, provides critical expertise and trusted guidance. We deliver independent valuations and transaction opinions that are essential for alternative asset managers, special committees and public / private company boards of directors. Through our deep industry knowledge and commitment to excellence, we help clients navigate complex financial landscapes, ensure sound decision-making, and drive successful outcomes in today’s dynamic market.
Our professionals and senior advisory members have been appointed to some of the most respected valuation and standard-setting bodies, including the AICPA, AIMA, FASB, IRFS, PEIGG, FINRA, American Society of Appraisers, CFA Institute, ACG Global, and others.
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Meet Our Senior Team with Valuations & Opinions Expertise

I find immense fulfillment in enabling clients to achieve their objectives and navigate the complexities of today's ever-changing landscape.
Chris Croft
Managing Director & Co-head of Transaction Opinions
New York
I enjoy sharing insights about market and valuation trends with my clients, while also leading a differentiated and high-touch process.
Brian Garfield
Managing Director & Head of U.S. Portfolio Valuations
New York
I enhance my clients’ decision making and governance processes by providing independent and objective financial advice in a highly responsive manner.
Chris Gregory
Managing Director & Co-head of Transaction Opinions
New York
I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients with insightful and unbiased advice that will help them make the most informed decisions possible.
Ron Kahn
Managing Director & Co-head of Valuations & Opinions
Chicago