MeridianLink to be Acquired by Centerbridge for $2.0 Billion

Deal News | Aug 11, 2025 | Goodwin

MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK) has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Centerbridge Partners, L.P. in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2.0 billion. The agreement stipulates that MeridianLink shareholders will receive $20.00 per share in cash. Upon completion, MeridianLink will become a privately held entity. The acquisition, which received unanimous consent from the MeridianLink Board of Directors, is projected to finalize in the second half of 2025, pending shareholder and regulatory approval. MeridianLink offers cloud-based software solutions for financial institutions, focusing on digital lending, background screening, and data verification. The acquisition is seen as a strategic move to leverage MeridianLink's capabilities under the ownership of a global investment firm, aligning with broader trends in the market for cloud-based technology solutions in the financial sector.

Sectors

  • Financial Technology
  • Private Equity

Geography

  • United States – MeridianLink is a U.S.-based company, and the acquisition involves a significant transaction in the U.S. financial technology sector.

Industry

  • Financial Technology – MeridianLink provides cloud-based digital lending and other technology solutions for financial institutions which place it within the Financial Technology sector.
  • Private Equity – Centerbridge Partners is a global investment firm engaged in private equity, making this sector relevant to the acquisition of MeridianLink.

Financials

  • 2.0 billion – The enterprise value of the acquisition deal for MeridianLink by Centerbridge.
  • 20.00 per share – The cash amount MeridianLink shareholders will receive per share under the acquisition agreement.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
MeridianLink, Inc.Target CompanyCompanyMeridianLink provides cloud-based solutions for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies.
Centerbridge Partners, L.P.Bidding CompanyCompanyCenterbridge is a global investment firm that manages capital for clients across private equity and real estate.
GoodwinLegal AdvisorCompanyGoodwin is providing legal advice to MeridianLink in connection with the acquisition.
Joseph Theis, Joshua Zachariah, James Ding, Nathalie Dabrowski, Stephanie BarbanellAdvisory TeamPeopleThese individuals from Goodwin are leading the advisory team for the acquisition of MeridianLink.