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Quarterly ResultJul 28, 2026, 04:27 PM

Artisan Partners Q2 AUM $183.4B; Adj. EPS $0.94; Dividend $0.80

AI Summary

Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results, with ending assets under management (AUM) reaching a record $183.4 billion. Revenues increased 9% year-over-year to $307.9 million, and adjusted operating income grew 13% to $101.4 million. Despite these gains, the company experienced firmwide net outflows of $10.5 billion, largely due to a $6.4 billion outflow from its U.S. Value team, leading to the decision to wind down that business. The board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share.

Key Highlights

  • Ending AUM reached a record $183.4 billion, up from $172.98 billion last quarter.
  • Firmwide net outflows totaled $10.5 billion for the quarter, including $6.4 billion from U.S. Value strategies.
  • Revenues increased 9% year-over-year to $307.9 million.
  • GAAP operating income rose 6% to $84.6 million, with GAAP EPS at $1.11.
  • Adjusted operating income increased 13% to $101.4 million, with adjusted EPS up 13% to $0.94.
  • Board declared a variable quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share, representing approximately 80% of cash generated.
  • Credit strategies raised approximately $700 million in net inflows, and alternative strategies added $300 million.
  • The company decided to wind down its U.S. Value business, expected to be largely complete by Q3.