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Add-on·Business Services/Consulting·July 15, 2026

Kroll adds ABC economics

Adds rigorous competition and regulatory economics team founded by economist Frank Maier–Rigaud, expanding Kroll's European capabilities after the launch of its Economics and Decision Intelligence unit.

Takeaways

  • Kroll is acquiring ABC economics with backing from Stone Point, Further Global, Permira.
BuyerKroll
TargetABC economics
SponsorStone Point, Further Global, Permira
TypeAdd-on
IndustryBusiness Services
Sub-sectorConsulting

Kroll, the financial and risk advisory firm backed by Stone Point, Further Global and Permira, has acquired ABC economics, a Berlin-based economic consultancy advising on competition, regulatory and dispute matters across Europe and internationally.

Founded by renowned economist Frank Maier–Rigaud, the firm is recognized for its academically grounded approach to competition and regulatory work, as well as its growing arbitration and litigation practice.

The firm will join Kroll's Economics and Decision Intelligence unit, launched earlier this year, deepening the platform's ability to advise on high-stakes matters where economic analysis is critical.