Summary
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (AMG) reported a strong third quarter and first nine months of 2007, with significant growth in revenue and net income compared to the prior year. Revenue increased by 23% for the quarter and 17% year-to-date, driven by a substantial 32% and 29% increase in average assets under management across its Mutual Fund, Institutional, and High Net Worth distribution channels, respectively. This growth is largely attributable to positive investment performance and net client cash flows, along with strategic acquisitions like Chicago Equity Partners. The company's net income also saw a robust increase of 29% for the quarter and 18% year-to-date. This financial performance reflects the company's successful strategy of investing in and growing mid-sized investment management firms. AMG continues to expand its asset base and manage diverse investment styles, positioning itself well within the asset management industry.
Key Highlights
- 1Revenue increased by 23% year-over-year for the third quarter of 2007, reaching $345.6 million.
- 2Net income for the third quarter of 2007 rose by 29% to $42.6 million, with diluted EPS at $1.07.
- 3Average assets under management (AUM) grew significantly, up 32% year-over-year for the quarter, totaling $270.8 billion.
- 4The Institutional distribution channel showed particularly strong growth in AUM and revenue, driven by positive investment performance and client inflows.
- 5The company made strategic acquisitions and investments, including Chicago Equity Partners in late 2006 and announced agreements to acquire interests in Cooke & Bieler and ValueAct Capital in late 2007.
- 6AMG announced its intent to call its $300 million floating rate senior convertible securities in February 2008, expecting most to convert into common stock.
- 7Despite revenue growth, operating expenses also increased, particularly compensation and SG&A, impacting profit margins in some segments.