BGL Senior Managing Director Andrew Petryk, who also leads the firm’s Building Products investment banking team, is a featured contributor in the 2026 Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Special Section of Crain’s Cleveland Business.
In Andrew’s article, “Resilient M&A market positions for growth in 2026,” he outlines his outlook on the capital markets, noting that capital available for acquisitions continues to outpace the supply of high-quality deals. This imbalance is driving strong valuations, favorable terms, and increased optionality for sellers. As market visibility improves, Andrew expects M&A activity to accelerate, which could ease the scarcity premium currently commanded by top-tier businesses.
For all of Andrew’s insights, read this article in its entirety on the Crain’s Cleveland Business website.


