Independent advisory in M&A, fundraising and DCM
JK Capital — Independent M&A advisory
Strategic decisions. Transactions that transform.
We are a leading Brazilian financial advisory boutique specialising in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and debt structuring, with a 14-year track record. Every mandate is led directly by a partner, with independence, in-depth analysis and the discretion these decisions demand.
- 100+
- completed transactions
- R$6bn+
- in aggregate transaction value
- 14years
- of JK Capital history
- 17countries
- and markets involved in our transactions
- Mandates led directly by partners
- National and cross-border coverage
- Independent advisory
Results come from standing by our clients
Good deals are built by investing in relationships.
True market insight comes from being on the ground.
When the analysis runs deep, the numbers hold up.
services
How we can help
We work across the entire journey of a transaction, from initial diagnostics to closing the definitive agreement, always with a partner leading the process.
See all services- sell-sideSell-side M&AWe run the process end to end with depth, covering preparation, valuation and a competitive environment so you negotiate from a position of strength and with discretion.Learn more →
- buy-sideAcquisitionsWe map targets aligned with the client's thesis, approach shareholders and negotiate the deal structure so integration starts on the right foot.Learn more →
- equity and debtCapital raisingWe design the capital structure that fits your plan and give you access to strategic investors, funds and the capital markets.Learn more →
- dcmDebt structuringWe structure access to credit at every stage of the process, from pricing and structuring to negotiating with investors, across different financial instruments.Learn more →
track record
A selection of companies we have advised
testimonials
What our clientshave to say
Our project was a joint creation. The JK Capital partner's involvement was so deep that we consider him one of our founders. His creativity made the fundraising process smooth and straightforward.
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Independence and execution led by partners
Advice free of conflicts of interest, strategic thinking before the process, and a partner present from diagnostics to closing.
Get to know JK CapitalPartner at JK Capital, Daniel Damiani has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and private equity, with a track record across education, logistics, healthcare, retail and food.
Before JK Capital, he worked at Banco Safra, UBS and BTG Pactual, as well as in Pátria Investimentos' private equity funds.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of São Paulo (USP).
articles
Reading for those evaluating a transaction
- JK Capital · Aug. 2026 · 7 min readThe Price of Waiting: How Tax Reform Accelerated Family Succession DecisionsTaxed dividends and market-value gift and inheritance tax have removed the luxury of postponement. What changes for business-owning families starting in 2026.Read →
- JK Capital · Aug. 2026 · 5 min readK-12 Education in Northeast Brazil: Ten Years and Five PressuresFewer students, more schools, and an aging shareholder base. The numbers that explain the pressure on the region's private schools.Read →
- JK Capital · Aug. 2026 · 8 min readWhat is M&A and How the Mergers and Acquisitions Process WorksUnderstand what an acquisition is, how a merger works, and the stages of an M&A process led by a specialized advisory firm.Read →
- JK Capital · Aug. 2026 · 6 min readPreparing a Company for a TransactionThe value perceived by a buyer is built long before the first conversation. What to organize in advance.Read →
- JK Capital · Aug. 2026 · 5 min readWhat Strategic Buyers EvaluateThe multiple is a consequence. Before that, a strategic buyer evaluates fit, execution risk, and what the company does better than they can.Read →
- JK Capital · Aug. 2026 · 5 min readGovernance in M&A ProcessesWho decides what, by when, and with what information. Process governance protects confidentiality and preserves the business.Read →
international
Cross-border transactions with investors from around the world
Our network covers strategic buyers, private equity funds and development finance institutions across 17 countries and markets. In international deals, we coordinate shareholders, legal advisors and buyers across time zones and jurisdictions, keeping a single point of contact responsible for the process.
- 01Argentina
- 02Australia
- 03Brazil
- 04Canada
- 05Chile
- 06China
- 07Colombia
- 08United Arab Emirates
- 09United States
- 10India
- 11Israel
- 12Japan
- 13Mexico
- 14Peru
- 15United Kingdom
- 16Singapore
- 17European Union
about jk capital
Frequently asked questions
- What does JK Capital do?
- JK Capital is a financial advisory boutique that provides sell-side and buy-side mergers and acquisitions (M&A), fundraising, and debt capital markets (DCM) services, with a focus on mid-market companies in Brazil.
- What sectors does JK Capital operate in?
- JK Capital has a significant track record in healthcare, education, logistics, food & beverage, technology, and services, among other consolidating sectors.
- What is the typical transaction size?
- JK Capital has completed over 100 transactions, totaling more than R$ 6 billion in deal value.
- Does JK Capital handle international transactions?
- Yes. JK Capital has advised on M&A processes with players from 17 countries and markets, including the United States, Canada, China, Japan, India, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the European Union.
- How can I contact JK Capital?
- Via WhatsApp at 11 5184-6970 or by email at contato@jkcapital.com.br.
Reach us on WhatsApp at 11 5184-6970