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AMG has appointed Thomas M. Wojcik as President while continuing his role as Chief Operating Officer, effective June 3, 2025. Jay C. Horgen will remain as CEO after previously holding both President and CEO positions. Wojcik, who joined AMG in 2019, served as CFO from 2019-2024 before becoming COO in 2024. Under his tenure, AMG has significantly expanded its presence in private markets and liquid alternative strategies, which now represent 50% of earnings. Prior to AMG, Wojcik held leadership positions at BlackRock, including Global Head of Corporate Development and Investor Relations, and CFO for EMEA region. His appointment reflects his instrumental role in developing and executing AMG's growth strategy.

AMG reported its Q1 2025 financial results with Economic EPS of $5.20 and regular EPS of $2.20. The company saw strong net client cash inflows of $14 billion in alternatives, driven by both liquid alternatives and private markets. Total AUM reached $712.2 billion, up from $699.4 billion year-over-year. AMG announced three new strategic partnerships: Verition Fund Management, Qualitas Energy, and NorthBridge Partners, enhancing its exposure to alternatives and secular growth areas. The company demonstrated strong capital management by repurchasing $173 million in common stock and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.01 per share. However, aggregate fees decreased to $1,270.4 million from $1,471.6 million in the previous year.

AMG has announced a strategic partnership with Qualitas Energy, agreeing to acquire a minority equity stake in the renewable energy-focused infrastructure manager. Qualitas Energy, founded in 2006, manages over €3.5 billion in AUM and has raised approximately €5 billion across six funds, focusing on investments in solar, wind, batteries, storage, hydroelectric power, and renewable natural gas.

The management team at Qualitas Energy, led by Executive Chairman Iñigo Olaguíbel and CEO Oscar Pérez, will maintain majority ownership and operational independence while making long-term commitments to the business. The partnership aims to expand AMG's presence in private markets and alternatives, with the transaction expected to close in Q4 2025.

AMG has announced the sale of its minority stake in Peppertree Capital Management to TPG Inc. for approximately $240 million. Peppertree, founded in 2004 by Ryan Lepene and Howard Mandel, specializes in digital infrastructure investments, particularly wireless communications towers. The transaction marks the successful conclusion of AMG's strategic partnership with Peppertree, during which AMG provided capital formation and strategic support to enhance Peppertree's growth. The deal is expected to close in Q3 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

AMG (NYSE: AMG) has scheduled the release of its first quarter 2025 financial results for Thursday, May 8, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time on the same day to discuss the quarterly results and potential management expectations for future performance.

The call will be hosted by key executives including Jay C. Horgen (President and CEO), Thomas M. Wojcik (COO), and Dava E. Ritchea (CFO). Interested parties can join via phone using 1-877-407-8291 (U.S.) or 1-201-689-8345 (non-U.S.). A replay will be available shortly after the call, accessible through the company's website or by dialing 1-877-660-6853 (U.S.) or 1-201-612-7415 (non-U.S.) with conference ID 13753083.

AMG has announced a strategic partnership to acquire a minority equity stake in Verition Fund Management, a global multi-strategy investment firm managing $12.6 billion in assets. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2025.

Verition's management, led by Co-Founders Nicholas Maounis and Josh Goldstein, will retain majority ownership and operational control. Both co-founders have committed to long-term agreements with the firm. The management team will make additional investments in the firm's fund to maintain alignment with investors.

Founded in 2008, Verition operates with approximately 150 portfolio management teams, focusing on uncorrelated strategies. The firm has built its reputation on consistent returns with volatility, serving institutional investors globally.

AMG reported strong financial results for Q4 and full-year 2024, with Economic EPS reaching $6.53 and $21.36 respectively. The company achieved a 10% full-year Economic Earnings growth, driven by strategic evolution and disciplined capital allocation. Assets Under Management (AUM) increased to $707.9 billion by year-end.

Key highlights include a new partnership with NorthBridge Partners, specializing in industrial logistics real estate, and private markets Affiliates raising approximately $24 billion during the year. The company demonstrated strong shareholder returns through $700 million in share repurchases, representing about 13% of outstanding shares.

Financial metrics show net income (controlling interest) of $511.6 million for 2024, with Adjusted EBITDA reaching $973.1 million. The company announced a Q4 cash dividend of $0.01 per share, payable March 4, 2025.

AMG has acquired a minority equity stake in NorthBridge Partners, a real estate investment manager specializing in industrial logistics assets. NorthBridge manages approximately $2 billion in assets, focusing on last-mile logistics properties in major markets.

Led by partners Greg Lauze, Dean Atkins, and David Aisner, NorthBridge operates in a high-growth sector driven by e-commerce growth, increasing demand for shorter delivery times, and supply chain onshoring. The partnership aims to leverage AMG's strategic capabilities while maintaining NorthBridge's independence and majority ownership.

This strategic move broadens AMG's participation in private markets and aligns with their focus on investing in secular growth areas. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

AMG (NYSE: AMG) has announced it will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial and operating results on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time on the same day.

The call will be hosted by Jay C. Horgen (President and CEO), Thomas M. Wojcik (COO), and Dava E. Ritchea (CFO). The discussion may include management's expectations of future financial and operating results.

Interested parties can dial 1-877-407-8291 (U.S.) or 1-201-689-8345 (non-U.S.) to participate. A replay will be available at 1-877-660-6853 (U.S.) or 1-201-612-7415 (non-U.S.) using conference ID 13750674. The live call and replay can also be accessed via AMG's website at https://ir.amg.com/.