GLOBAL: Janus Henderson Group, which has Shariah offerings among its almost US$500 billion AuM, is being acquired by Trian Fund Management and General Catalyst for US$7.4 billion in cash. The investor group funding this purchase includes Qatar Investment Authority, Sun Hung Kai & Co as well as MassMutual.
Trian already owns 20.6% of Janus Henderson and has been a shareholder since 2020, with board representation since 2022. General Catalyst is a global investment and transformation company with a focus on applying AI to enhance business operations.
The deal, first announced in October 2025, is expected to be completed in mid-2026. Operating as a private company, Janus Henderson would keep its current management team with Ali Dibadj as CEO. It would maintain its main presence in both London, England and Denver, Colorado.
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