First Abu Dhabi Bank and T. Rowe Price Enter into a Strategic Partnership to Enhance Investment Offering across the GCC

Rhea-AI Summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank announced on January 12, 2026 a strategic partnership with T. Rowe Price (TROW) to expand investment solutions across the GCC. Under the agreement, T. Rowe Price will serve as FAB's investment partner, providing expertise across equity, fixed income, alternatives and multi-asset strategies for retail, private banking and institutional clients. The alliance aims to broaden FAB's wealth and investment franchise, deliver tailored solutions, align with global investment standards and support the development of the GCC asset management market.

News Market Reaction

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-0.44% News Effect

On the day this news was published, TROW declined 0.44%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Client assets: $1.79 trillion OLEND total capital: $17.7 billion OLEND equity commitments: $8.0 billion +5 more

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Client assets $1.79 trillion T. Rowe Price assets under management as of Nov 30, 2025

OLEND total capital $17.7 billion Total available capital for OHA Senior Private Lending Fund

OLEND equity commitments $8.0 billion Equity commitments for OHA Senior Private Lending Fund

Target company EBITDA >$75 million EBITDA threshold for OLEND lending targets

TACU expense ratio 0.14% Gross expense ratio for T. Rowe Price Active Core U.S. Equity ETF

TACN expense ratio 0.20% Gross expense ratio for T. Rowe Price Active Core International Equity ETF

ETF fee waiver Through Jan 30, 2027 Fees waived on TACU and TACN until this date

Active ETFs count 30 ETFs Total active ETFs (20 equity, 10 fixed income) after latest launches

Market Reality Check

Price: $93.76 Vol: Volume 2,029,317 vs 20-da...

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$93.76 Last Close

Volume Volume 2,029,317 vs 20-day average 1,815,645 (relative volume 1.12x) ahead of this partnership news. normal

Technical Price 107.31 is trading above the 200-day MA at 100.2 before the announcement.

Peers on Argus

TROW was down 1.16% pre‑news with mixed peer moves: CG +0.86%, NTRS +1.00%, TPG ...

TROW was down 1.16% pre‑news with mixed peer moves: CG +0.86%, NTRS +1.00%, TPG -0.48%, OWL -1.26%, PFG -1.38%, suggesting stock‑specific dynamics rather than a uniform sector shift.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 08 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 08	Financing role	Positive	+2.4%	OHA led private debt financing for Majesco’s acquisition and refinancing.
Jan 08	Brand/content news	Positive	+2.4%	Launched season 5 of "The Angle" podcast focused on global energy sector.
Dec 15	Product offering	Positive	-1.2%	First co-branded model portfolios with Goldman Sachs on GeoWealth UMA platform.
Dec 11	Fundraising milestone	Positive	+1.4%	Final close of OLEND with $17.7B total capital and $8.0B equity.
Dec 11	ETF launches	Positive	+1.4%	Launch of two active core equity ETFs with fees waived through Jan 2027.

Pattern Detected

Recent strategic product launches and capital-raising initiatives often saw modest positive price reactions, with one notable divergence on a joint product debut.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, T. Rowe Price-related news has focused on product expansion and capital formation. On Dec 11, 2025, the firm launched active core ETFs with fees waived through Jan 30, 2027, and OHA closed $17.7 billion for a senior private lending strategy. A joint model portfolio rollout with Goldman Sachs on Dec 15, 2025 saw a small negative move, while early Jan 2026 updates, including a podcast launch and a financing role, coincided with positive price reactions. The new FAB partnership adds another distribution-focused alliance to this trajectory.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement details a strategic partnership in which T. Rowe Price becomes First Abu Dhabi Ban...

Analysis

This announcement details a strategic partnership in which T. Rowe Price becomes First Abu Dhabi Bank’s investment partner across equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset strategies, targeting retail, private banking, and institutional clients. It extends a recent pattern of alliances and product launches, including new ETFs and private lending strategies with billions in capital. Investors may watch how GCC distribution, product uptake, and future collaboration milestones build on this expansion trend.

Key Terms

fixed income, multi-asset strategies, alternatives

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fixed income financial

"providing investment solutions across equity, fixed income, alternatives"

Fixed income is a type of investment where you lend money to an entity — like a government, city, or company — in exchange for regular, scheduled interest payments and return of your principal at a set date. Think of it like lending a friend cash with an agreed payment plan: it typically provides steadier, more predictable income and less price swings than stocks, making it useful for income generation, capital preservation, and balancing risk in a portfolio.

multi-asset strategies financial

"across equity, fixed income, alternatives and multi-asset strategies"

Multi-asset strategies are investment approaches that combine different types of assets — such as stocks, bonds, cash, real estate or commodities — into a single plan to balance growth and risk. They matter to investors because mixing assets can smooth returns and reduce the impact of any one market swing, much like using several ingredients in a recipe to keep the final dish tasty even if one flavor is weak.

alternatives financial

"providing investment solutions across equity, fixed income, alternatives"

Alternatives are investments outside traditional stocks, bonds and cash—things like private equity, hedge funds, real estate, commodities or infrastructure—that behave differently from the mainstream market. They matter to investors because they can change a portfolio’s risk and return profile, offering potential upside or protection when regular markets move differently; think of them as adding different spices to a meal to balance flavor and reduce reliance on a single ingredient.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE's global bank and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions, today announced a strategic partnership with T. Rowe Price, a leading global asset management firm.

As part of the partnership, T. Rowe Price will act as FAB's investment partner, providing investment solutions across equity, fixed income, alternatives and multi-asset strategies. This will expand the range of investment offerings available to FAB's clients, while strengthening the bank's investment management proposition.

By combining their respective expertise and investment capabilities, the two firms aim to deliver tailored investment solutions across retail, private banking and institutional client segments. These efforts support improved investor outcomes, contribute to the continued development of the GCC's asset management landscape, and aligns with global investment standards.

Reflecting a shared ambition to deliver customised, high-value investment solutions, the collaboration draws on decades of investment experience and established capabilities. It also underscores T. Rowe Price's commitment to the region and its support for sustainable growth across key Middle East markets.

Hana Al Rostamani, Group Chief Executive Officer at, First Abu Dhabi Bank, said: "This strategic partnership with T. Rowe Price reflects our continued focus on expanding the depth and quality of investment solutions we deliver to our clients. By working with a globally recognised asset manager that shares our strategic ambition and commitment to excellence, we are strengthening our differentiated investment capabilities across key client segments, while reinforcing FAB's position as the UAE's global bank and a trusted financial partner across the region."

Rob Sharps, Chair, Chief Executive Officer and President of T. Rowe Price, commented: "We are honored to partner with First Abu Dhabi Bank to deliver world-class investment solutions across public and private markets, tailored to meet the needs of investors throughout the GCC. This collaboration reflects our commitment to growing and diversifying our business through innovative global partnerships. We are excited about the opportunity to grow with FAB across the region and to jointly develop and launch new solutions for clients."

The strategic alliance further demonstrates FAB's continued focus on strategic collaborations that enhance client experience, broaden its wealth and investment franchise, and support long-term growth across the GCC and globally.

About First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB):

Headquartered in Abu Dhabi with a global footprint beyond 20 markets, FAB is the finance and trade gateway to the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA). With total assets of AED 1.38 trillion (USD 376 billion) as of September-end 2025, FAB is among the world's largest banking groups. The bank provides financial expertise to its wholesale and retail client franchise across three business units: 1) Investment Banking & Markets, 2) Wholesale Banking, and 3) Personal, Business, Wealth & Privileged Client Banking Group FAB is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and rated Aa3/AA-/AA- by Moody's, S&P, and Fitch, respectively, with a stable outlook. On sustainability, FAB holds an MSCI ESG rating of 'AA', and is also ranked among the top 6% of banks globally by Refinitiv's ESG Scores and ranked the Best diversified bank in MENA by Sustainalytics ESG Risk Rating.

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ABOUT T. ROWE PRICE
T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ-GS: TROW) is a leading global asset management firm, entrusted with managing $1.79 trillion in client assets as of November 30, 2025, about two-thirds of which are retirement-related. Renowned for over 85 years of investment excellence, retirement leadership, and independent proprietary research, the firm leverages its long-standing expertise to ask better questions that can drive better investment decisions. Built on a culture of integrity and prioritizing client interests, T. Rowe Price empowers millions of investors worldwide to thrive amidst evolving markets. Visit troweprice.com/newsroom for news and public policy commentary.

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FAQ

What did First Abu Dhabi Bank announce on January 12, 2026 with T. Rowe Price (TROW)?

First Abu Dhabi Bank announced a strategic partnership with T. Rowe Price to provide investment solutions across equity, fixed income, alternatives and multi-asset strategies in the GCC.

How will the T. Rowe Price (TROW) partnership affect FAB's clients in the GCC?

The partnership is intended to expand the range of tailored investment offerings for retail, private banking and institutional clients and strengthen FAB's investment proposition.

Which asset classes will T. Rowe Price (TROW) provide to FAB under the partnership?

T. Rowe Price will provide solutions across equity, fixed income, alternatives and multi-asset strategies.

Does the FAB and T. Rowe Price (TROW) agreement include a timeline or financial terms?

No timeline or financial terms were disclosed; the announcement describes the firms' strategic collaboration and product coverage only.

Will the FAB–T. Rowe Price (TROW) partnership introduce new investment products in the GCC?

The firms stated they will jointly develop and launch new solutions for clients across the region, though no specific products were listed.

How does the T. Rowe Price (TROW) alliance align with FAB's strategy?

FAB said the partnership supports its focus on expanding investment capabilities, enhancing client experience and broadening its wealth and investment franchise across the GCC.