/ Caliber Index / EY-Parthenon

EY-Parthenon

Big 4 Advisory · Strategy + transactions
B-

Good (B-) — Consultancy Caliber Grade

EY's strategy practice; built around the 2014 Parthenon Group acquisition. Strong on commercial due diligence and strategy. Cleaner conflict profile than PwC peer due to smaller advisory footprint relative to audit. EY's 2022 split-attempt was abandoned in 2023, producing some operational uncertainty but no material client impact.

76
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Outcome Track Record
B
Pricing Honesty
B-
Conflict of Interest
B-
Talent Quality
B
Methodology Rigor
B
/ Public-Record Events

Key events & disclosures.

  • Parthenon Group acquired 2014
  • EY proposed split 2022; abandoned 2023
  • Strong commercial due diligence reputation
  • Less audit-consulting conflict overhang than PwC

/ Best for

PE-backed transactions, commercial due diligence, and growth strategy engagements.

/ Watch out for

Post-split-attempt operational changes may produce talent-retention questions. Verify project team continuity.