Stifel is a US headquartered, mid-market investment bank providing a comprehensive range of capital-raising services including M&A Advisory, Corporate Broking, Equity Capital Markets and Debt Capital Markets.
In Europe, Stifel operates from headquarters in London and Frankfurt, with additional offices in France, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. Our team of over 500 dedicated debt and equity professionals serve key European markets supported by equity research on more than 850 companies.
Stifel’s European strategy centers on building a Trans-Atlantic platform specialising in advisory, debt and equity services. With a focus on small and mid-cap companies, we are committed to delivering tailored solutions for institutional investors.
Inside Stifel
OUR CULTURE
At Stifel Europe, we recognise that our employees are our most valuable asset. As a growing business, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our Clients come from diverse sectors, geographies and walks of life. To service them effectively, we aim to draw expertise from a broad range of talent which requires continuous focus and conscious effort across our business.
We strive to create a work environment where inclusion is central to everything we do. By nurturing a participative and high performing culture, we encourage respectful communication, foster cooperation among employees, and celebrate each other’s successes.
investment banking
Stifel’s investment banking professionals are dedicated to meeting the needs of European companies through specialised expertise and strong relationships within our core industries. We believe clients value genuine advice and long-term partnerships, and we are committed to delivering these across a comprehensive range of of industry coverage groups.
Our Investment Banking Department is organised into key industry sectors, ensuring deep expertise and tailored support for each client’s unique needs. These sectors include:
- Chemicals
- Consumer/Retail
- Diversified Industrials & Business Services
- Energy & Natural Resources
- Financial Institutions and Legal Services (branded as KBW)
- Financial Sponsors
- Forestry, Paper & Packing
- Healthcare
- Infrastructure
- Real Estate & Investment Funds
- Tech
Equity Research, Sales and Trading
Stifel Europe delivers award-winning research and equity products to clients worldwide. Our Equity Research team collaborates with Sales & Trading to create unique products and build lasting client relationships. Leveraging our Corporate Access and Investor Relations capabilities, we support institutional clients across the UK, Europe, and North America. Consistently ranked among the best, our Equity Research and Sales & Trading teams combine their expertise to produce high-quality research, thought leadership, and industry-leading products.
European Fixed Income
Established in 2009, Stifel’s UK and European Fixed Income department brings extensive expertise across the public and private credit spectrum. With over 800 trusted, long-standing relationships- including asset managers, insurance firms, public bodies, pension funds, banks, hedge funds, and family offices- our platform serves a diverse client base across the region.
Supported by a team of industry-respected analysts specialising in investment-grade, high yield, loans and emerging markets, we deliver market leading insights. Our Trading and Sales team, comprising over 40 professionals across London, Paris, Zurich and Madrid, ensures exceptional client coverage. Over the past 12 months, the franchise has traded more than $ 14 billion in credit securities and financial instruments, solidifying our reputation as a key player in the market.
