Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE:PIPR) is a leading investment bank and asset management firm headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, including investment banking, institutional brokerage, public finance, and equity research. Its investment banking division advises corporate and government clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and debt financings, while its institutional brokerage arm provides trade execution and market-making services across equities and fixed income markets.
Founded through the legacy of Piper Jaffray & Co. and strengthened by the 2020 combination with Sandler O’Neill & Partners, Piper Sandler traces its roots back to the late 19th century. Over decades, the firm has expanded its capabilities in sectors such as healthcare, financial institutions, energy, and technology, developing deep industry expertise and a track record of advising on high-profile transactions.
With offices spanning the United States and strategic locations in Europe and Asia, Piper Sandler serves a diverse global client base that includes corporations, financial sponsors, public entities, and institutional investors. The firm’s public finance group underwrites municipal debt for state and local governments, while its private client services division provides tailored wealth management and financial planning solutions.
Under the leadership of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Glenn W. Ruffenach, Piper Sandler emphasizes client-centric advisory and risk management. The firm’s senior management team combines investment banking veterans with specialists in research, trading, and public finance, positioning Piper Sandler to deliver integrated financial strategies for clients operating in dynamic markets.
