WEST PALM BEACH, FL, March 12, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Transworld Business Advisors (Transworld) has been ranked the no. 5 business broker on the 2025 Business Broker League Table released by Axial, a leading deal sourcing and M&A platform.

The annual league table recognizes the top-performing business brokerage firms across the United States, delivering exceptional outcomes for business owners in the sub-$10 million market. The ranking is based on measurable performance across deal quality, buyer engagement, transaction execution, and successful closings.

Axial debuted its Business Broker League Table in 2024 to establish a data-driven benchmark for performance among sell-side M&A advisors focused on small and lower middle-market businesses. This sector has seen rapid growth as entrepreneurship, succession planning, and acquisition demand have spiked nationwide.

"Being named a top 5 business broker reinforces the strength of our global network and our mission of helping business owners achieve successful exits," said JT Tatem, President of Transworld Business Advisors. "Each transaction we work on represents the tireless dedication and often decades of hard work by an entrepreneur. Our role is to guide these owners through a complex process and position both them and the buyer for their next chapters."

The firms at the top of the Axial Business Broker League Table are leaders across client quality, buy-side targeting, process effectiveness, overall deal relevance, signed NDAs, shared CIMs, LOIs received, executed LOIs, closed deals, and buyer referrals.

With over four decades of experience and more than 250 offices worldwide, Transworld specializes in helping entrepreneurs buy, sell, and grow privately held businesses across a diverse range of industries. The firm's expert advisors guide clients through valuation, confidential marketing, buyer matching, negotiations, and transaction closing.

For more information about Transworld Business Advisors, please visit www.tworld.com.

About Transworld Business Advisors
Transworld Business Advisors® (Transworld) is among the United Franchise Group™ (UFG) family of affiliated brands. With over 40 years of business brokerage experience, Transworld Business Advisors is in the business of helping buyers and sellers connect, conducting franchise consultations, and supporting franchise development. The company represents acquisition-minded corporations or individuals interested in owning their own company or franchise. From business brokerages to mergers and acquisitions, Transworld Business Advisors are business sales specialists that represent numerous listings across multiple industries. For more information about Transworld visit www.tworld.com and for information on owning a Transworld franchise, visit www.tworldfranchise.com.

About United Franchise Group
Led by Chairman and CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group™ (UFG) is a globally recognized leader in franchising, home to an award-winning family of brands and franchise consulting services. With over 1,600 franchises across more than 60 countries, UFG empowers entrepreneurs through proven franchise systems, multi-unit growth opportunities, and industry-leading support. Its portfolio includes iconic brands like Signarama®, Fully Promoted®, Black Optix Tint®, Transworld Business Advisors®, Exit Factor™, Accurate Franchising™, Franchise Real Estate™, and thriving food concepts under Big Flavor Brands™, such as The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill® and Graze Craze®. With 40 years of franchising experience, UFG and its expert consultants have helped develop over 350 successful franchise brands, supporting thousands of franchisees worldwide. From B2B services to fast-casual dining, UFG offers scalable, high-demand business opportunities backed by comprehensive training, marketing, and operations support. Entrepreneurs choose UFG to lead in their local markets and grow with a trusted network that's driving the future of franchising. With a commitment to rapid growth, UFG continues to expand its global footprint, helping franchise owners thrive in local markets worldwide.

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