Lazard

Lazard generated approximately $3 billion in revenue in 2025, standing as the premier independent M&A advisory boutique on Wall Street. Founded in 1848, the firm advised on over $200 billion in announced transactions in 2025 and is renowned for sovereign debt restructuring, having advised Greece, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Michael Lewis, author of "Liar's Poker," famously began his finance career at Lazard before moving to Salomon Brothers.