10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2012

AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2012

Filed August 8, 2012For Securities:AMGMGRBMGRMGRDMGRE

Summary

Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (AMG) reported mixed financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2012. While total revenue saw a decrease of 7% year-over-year to $429.6 million, driven by a decline in average assets under management and fee rates, the company completed two significant new investments in Veritable, LP and Yacktman Asset Management Co. during the quarter, adding $28 billion in assets under management. Net income attributable to controlling interest experienced a substantial decline of 85% to $6.6 million, largely impacted by a significant increase in intangible amortization and impairment charges, primarily related to a reduction in the carrying value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset. Excluding these valuation adjustments, adjusted net income would present a more favorable picture, indicating resilience in core operations. The company also managed its liquidity effectively, with adequate capacity under its credit facility and a stable leverage ratio. Despite the reported decline in net income, AMG demonstrated strategic growth through new acquisitions and organic growth in assets under management, which increased by 10% to $384.6 billion. The company's focus remains on long-term partnerships with its Affiliates and strategic investments to drive future growth. Investors should note the impact of the intangible asset impairment on current earnings while observing the company's continued commitment to expanding its asset base through strategic acquisitions.

Financial Statements
Beta
SG&A Expenses$88.80M
Operating Expenses$404.60M
Operating Income$25.00M
Interest Expense$18.50M
Net Income$6.60M
EPS (Basic)$0.13
EPS (Diluted)$0.12
Shares Outstanding (Basic)51.40M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)52.70M

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue decreased by 7% to $429.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2012, compared to $462.3 million in the prior year period, primarily due to lower average assets under management and fee rates.
  • 2Net income attributable to controlling interest significantly decreased by 85% to $6.6 million ($0.13 per diluted share) for the three months ended June 30, 2012, impacted by a substantial increase in intangible amortization and impairment charges.
  • 3The company completed two significant investments in Veritable, LP and Yacktman Asset Management Co. on June 29, 2012, adding approximately $28 billion in assets under management.
  • 4Total assets under management increased by 10% to $384.6 billion at June 30, 2012, driven by new investments and organic growth from net client cash flows.
  • 5Operating expenses increased by 26% to $404.6 million, largely due to a significant $92.6 million increase in intangible amortization and impairments, primarily from an impairment of an indefinite-lived intangible asset.
  • 6The company reported a gain of $47.4 million ($34.6 million attributable to controlling interest) from a reduction in the estimate of contingent payment obligations during the quarter.
  • 7AMG maintained compliance with its credit facility covenants and had $555.0 million of remaining capacity under its credit facility as of June 30, 2012.

Frequently Asked Questions

The substantial decrease in net income attributable to controlling interest was primarily driven by a significant increase in intangible amortization and impairment charges, totaling $114.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2012. This was largely due to a $93.5 million reduction in the carrying value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset at one of the company's Affiliates.

The investments in Veritable, LP and Yacktman Asset Management Co., completed on June 29, 2012, added approximately $28 billion to the company's assets under management. This contributed to a 10% overall increase in total assets under management to $384.6 billion as of June 30, 2012.

The company recognized a gain of $47.4 million ($34.6 million attributable to controlling interest) during the quarter due to a reduction in the estimated future payments for contingent payment arrangements related to past acquisitions. This gain partially offset the decline in operating income.

AMG has access to a $1.0 billion senior unsecured credit facility, with $555.0 million of remaining capacity as of June 30, 2012. The company remained in compliance with its credit facility covenants, reporting a bank leverage ratio of 1.8x and a bank interest coverage ratio of 7.7x, well within the required limits. The company's strategy relies on operating cash flow and borrowings under its credit facility to meet its financial obligations and fund new investments.