BOSTON—Acadian Asset Management Inc. (NYSE: AAMI) announced today that it has fully redeemed the $275 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.800 % Senior Notes due July 27, 2026. The redemption was financed through a mix of a previously disclosed $200 million term‑loan facility and cash on hand.
Earlier this month, Acadian’s majority‑owned subsidiary, Acadian Asset Management LLC, executed a Delayed Draw Term Loan Credit Agreement that provides a $200 million three‑year term loan maturing on October 28, 2028, alongside a new $175 million revolving credit facility, also set to mature on October 28, 2028.
“This strategic refinancing underscores Acadian’s robust cash generation and disciplined capital allocation,” said Kelly Young, CEO of Acadian Asset Management Inc. “Optimizing our balance sheet allows us to lower leverage, return capital to shareholders, and continue investing in the systematic strategies that differentiate us as a pure‑play publicly traded manager.”
Acadian, the NYSE‑listed holding company of Acadian Asset Management LLC, reported approximately $166 billion in assets under management (AUM) as of September 30, 2025. The firm offers institutional investors worldwide a suite of systematic investment strategies that span equities, fixed income, and multi‑asset solutions, designed to meet diverse risk‑return objectives.
From a financial‑strategy perspective, the redemption of senior debt ahead of schedule signals confidence in the firm’s cash flow outlook. By tapping the term‑loan facility, Acadian effectively replaces higher‑cost senior notes with a lower‑interest, flexible financing structure. The addition of a $175 million revolving credit line further enhances liquidity, giving the firm the ability to meet short‑term funding needs without tapping the capital markets under potentially less favorable conditions.
Technologically, Acadian continues to invest in data‑driven research platforms and machine‑learning models that power its systematic approaches. The refinancing proceeds are expected to support the scaling of these initiatives, including the expansion of cloud‑based analytics infrastructure and the recruitment of quantitative talent—a critical factor in maintaining its edge in an increasingly competitive systematic space.
Market analysts note that the move positions Acadian favorably amid a broader industry trend of asset managers tightening balance sheets after the volatile market cycles of the past few years. Lower leverage not only improves credit metrics but also provides a buffer against potential interest‑rate hikes, which could otherwise increase funding costs for unsecured borrowing.
Acadian’s forward‑looking statements acknowledge that performance remains tied to the success of its flagship systematic strategies, the retention of key personnel, and the ability to attract and retain client assets. Risks highlighted include foreign‑exchange exposure, regulatory changes, and market‑driven AUM fluctuations, all of which are detailed in the company’s most recent Form 10‑K filed with the SEC on February 27, 2025.
Investors can find additional information on Acadian’s website.
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