Federated Hermes, Inc. completes acquisition of 80% majority interest in FCP Fund Manager, L.P.
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Federated Hermes (NYSE:FHI) completed its acquisition of an 80% majority interest in FCP Fund Manager, L.P., now Federated Hermes FCP Manager, LLC, on April 9, 2026.
The aggregate purchase price is up to $331 million (including $215.8 million cash, $23.2 million stock, and up to $92 million contingent consideration). FCP brings $3.5 billion client assets and deep US multifamily coverage across 19 markets, expanding Federated Hermes' $19.1 billion Alternatives platform and complementing its $5.3 billion UK real estate business (data as of December 31, 2025).
Positive
- Adds $3.5B client assets in US multifamily
- Expands Alternatives platform to include US real estate
- FCP's footprint: 19 markets and six US offices
- Acquisition size: majority 80% stake completed
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- Aggregate purchase price up to $331M (cash, stock, contingent)
- Immediate cash outlay of $215.8M reduces liquidity
- Contingent consideration up to $92M creates future payout uncertainty
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- FCP® is a privately held multifamily real estate investment manager with client assets of
$3.5 billion - Extends Federated Hermes' real estate footprint into major US markets, complementing its long-established
UK platform - Strengthens Federated Hermes' commitment to expanding its private markets/alternatives capabilities, particularly in
the United States - Expands FCP's institutional platform to support its continued growth
As previously stated, the aggregate purchase price of up to
Founded as a specialist in the US multifamily sector, FCP® invests across the US multifamily asset class through predominantly equity and several debt vehicles. Since inception, the firm has invested in, operated, and/or financed more than
This completed transaction aligns with Federated Hermes' strategy to expand its private markets and alternatives capabilities globally, building on its existing
J. Christopher Donahue, President and Chief Executive Officer, Federated Hermes, said: "We are pleased to complete this strategically important acquisition, which accelerates our entry into the US real estate market at a time when the multifamily sector is characterized by strong fundamentals and durable demand. FCP's long-standing track record of delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns, together with its deep local market knowledge, provides an exceptional platform for long-term growth."
"This alliance enables us to expand our private markets offering for clients and reinforces our commitment to building a diversified, high-quality alternatives business aligned with the long‑term structural opportunities we continue to see in real estate."
Esko Korhonen, Founding Managing Partner, FCP®, said: "Today marks an exciting new chapter for FCP. Joining Federated Hermes strengthens our institutional foundation and provides the resources to support our next phase of growth while enabling us to expand our leadership position in US living‑sector assets."
"Federated Hermes shares our values and long-term investment philosophy, and we are confident this alliance will benefit our clients, stakeholders, and the communities where we invest."
About Federated Hermes
Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI) is a global leader in active investment management, with
About FCP®
FCP® is a privately held real estate investment company that has invested in or financed more than
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