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Cohen & Steers Appoints Kikuo Shirose as Head of Japan

Cohen & Steers (NYSE: CNS) announced on January 7, 2026 that Kikuo Shirose has been appointed Representative Director of Cohen & Steers Japan Limited.

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Cohen & Steers (NYSE: CNS) announced on January 7, 2026 that Kikuo Shirose has been appointed Representative Director of Cohen & Steers Japan Limited. Mr. Shirose will lead the firm's Japan operations, report to Matthew Pace, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Sub-Advisory, and focus on strategic growth and institutional and wealth client relationships.

Mr. Shirose brings more than three decades of investment management experience and most recently served as President & CEO of PineBridge Investments Japan. The firm noted it has partnered with Japanese investors for more than 22 years. More information is available at www.cohenandsteers.jp.

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  • Appointment announced on January 7, 2026
  • Appointee has more than three decades investment experience
  • Appointee most recently served as President & CEO of PineBridge Investments Japan
  • Reports to Matthew Pace, Head of Global Sub-Advisory
  • Firm has partnered with Japanese investors for more than 22 years

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News Market Reaction – CNS

In the Jan 7 session, CNS declined 0.66%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement details Cohen & Steers’ appointment of Kikuo Shirose as Head of Japan, emphasizing...
Analysis

This announcement details Cohen & Steers’ appointment of Kikuo Shirose as Head of Japan, emphasizing his more than three decades of investment management experience and the firm’s 22-year presence in the Japanese market. It signals a focus on expanding relationships with institutional and wealth investors and promoting real asset investment strategies. Investors may watch for subsequent disclosures on asset flows, mandate wins, and any region-specific performance metrics to gauge the operational impact of this leadership change.

Key Figures

Share price: $66.55 Price move: 2.76% Relative volume: 1.32x +3 more
Share price
$66.55
Pre-announcement level vs 52-week range $58.39–$93.19
Price move
2.76%
24h change prior to publication
Relative volume
1.32x
Volume 413,145 vs 20-day average 313,312
200-day MA
$71.87
Price trading below longer-term average
Experience in industry
More than 3 decades
Kikuo Shirose’s investment management experience
Japan presence
More than 22 years
Cohen & Steers’ track record partnering with Japanese investors

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TOKYO and NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) announced that Kikuo Shirose has joined Cohen & Steers as Representative Director of Cohen & Steers Japan Limited. Mr. Shirose will lead all aspects of the firm's operations in Japan, driving strategic growth and strengthening relationships with institutional and wealth investors. Mr. Shirose reports to Matthew Pace, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Sub-Advisory.

Mr. Shirose brings more than three decades of experience in investment management, with a proven track record of building and expanding institutional and intermediary relationships for global firms. He most recently served as President & Chief Executive Officer of PineBridge Investments Japan, where he successfully oversaw all local operations and client relationships.

Joseph Harvey, Chief Executive Officer, said:
"We are excited to welcome Kikuo to lead Cohen & Steers in Japan and strengthen our ability to serve clients across our institutional advisory, sub-advisory and wealth businesses. Kikuo's leadership and deep expertise in the Japanese market will be pivotal as we continue to expand our presence and help clients implement real asset investment strategies."

Mr. Shirose's appointment underscores Cohen & Steers' long-standing commitment to the Japanese market, where the firm has partnered with investors for more than 22 years, and its focus on providing best-in-class, actively managed investment strategies across real assets and alternative income. For more information about Cohen & Steers Japan, please visit www.cohenandsteers.jp.

About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including listed and private real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Singapore.

SOURCE: Cohen & Steers

Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com
Symbol: NYSE: CNS

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and other statements that Cohen & Steers may make may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which reflect the Company's current views with respect to, among other things, the Company's operations and financial performance. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "may," "will," "should," "seeks," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates" or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

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FAQ

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Who is Kikuo Shirose and what role did he receive at Cohen & Steers (CNS)?

Kikuo Shirose was appointed Representative Director of Cohen & Steers Japan Limited on January 7, 2026.

When did Cohen & Steers (CNS) announce the Japan leadership change?

The appointment was announced on January 7, 2026.

What experience does Kikuo Shirose bring to Cohen & Steers Japan (CNS)?

He brings more than three decades in investment management and was most recently President & CEO of PineBridge Investments Japan.

Who will Kikuo Shirose report to at Cohen & Steers (CNS)?

Mr. Shirose will report to Matthew Pace, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Sub-Advisory.

How long has Cohen & Steers partnered with investors in Japan (CNS)?

The firm says it has partnered with Japanese investors for more than 22 years.

Where can investors find more information about Cohen & Steers Japan (CNS)?

More information is available at www.cohenandsteers.jp.

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