Affiliated Managers Group (NYSE:AMG) Announces Quarterly Earnings Results

Affiliated Managers Group (NYSE:AMG) posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday. The asset manager reported $8.29 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $7.90 by $0.39, FiscalAI reports. Affiliated Managers Group had a net margin of 35.55% and a return on equity of 20.17%. The business had revenue of $640.70 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $590.94 million. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $5.39 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue was up .0% compared to the same quarter last year.

Affiliated Managers Group Stock Performance

AMG stock traded up $8.74 on Friday, reaching $374.20. 64,076 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 362,110. The firm has a market capitalization of $9.88 billion, a PE ratio of 15.17, a PEG ratio of 0.55 and a beta of 1.12. Affiliated Managers Group has a 12 month low of $200.00 and a 12 month high of $382.75. The stock’s fifty day moving average price is $344.58 and its 200 day moving average price is $314.60. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.73, a current ratio of 1.79 and a quick ratio of 1.79.

Affiliated Managers Group Dividend Announcement

The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, August 24th. Investors of record on Monday, August 10th will be given a dividend of $0.01 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, August 10th. This represents a $0.04 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.0%. Affiliated Managers Group’s payout ratio is 0.16%.

Key Stories Impacting Affiliated Managers Group

Here are the key news stories impacting Affiliated Managers Group this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Quarterly earnings beat expectations. AMG reported second-quarter 2026 economic EPS of $8.29, up from $5.39 a year earlier and ahead of analyst estimates near $7.90–$7.85. Diluted EPS was $6.95. AMG Reports Financial and Operating Results for the Second Quarter and First Half of 2026
• Positive Sentiment: Assets and flows supported the quarter. Record assets under management and strong inflows into alternative strategies helped offset higher expenses, providing evidence of continued demand for AMG’s investment affiliates. Affiliated Managers’ Q2 Earnings Beat on Higher Revenues and Record AUM
• Positive Sentiment: Revenue exceeded consensus in the company’s reported results. AMG posted quarterly revenue of approximately $640.7 million versus estimates of $590.9 million, while profitability remained solid with a 35.55% net margin and 20.17% return on equity. AMG Quarterly Earnings Report
• Neutral Sentiment: Management’s earnings call may provide additional guidance. Investors are likely evaluating commentary on market conditions, operating expenses, capital allocation and the sustainability of alternative-asset inflows. AMG Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
• Neutral Sentiment: Valuation comparisons offer limited near-term direction. A Zacks comparison of AMG and Cohen & Steers considers which investment-management stock provides better value, but it does not represent a material change in AMG’s business outlook. AMG or CNS: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
• Negative Sentiment: Higher expenses and mixed revenue figures remain risks. Reports noted rising costs, and one market preview cited revenue of $493.2 million, below its estimate, creating some uncertainty around the quarter’s underlying revenue presentation despite the clear EPS beat. AMG Second-Quarter Earnings Update

Analysts Set New Price Targets

A number of equities research analysts have issued reports on the stock. The Goldman Sachs Group reissued a “buy” rating and set a $405.00 target price on shares of Affiliated Managers Group in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Barrington Research reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $365.00 target price on shares of Affiliated Managers Group in a research report on Monday, April 27th. Weiss Ratings restated a “buy (b)” rating on shares of Affiliated Managers Group in a research note on Friday, June 26th. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Affiliated Managers Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Sunday, June 28th. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $400.00 price objective on shares of Affiliated Managers Group in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Seven investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $362.29.

Insider Transactions at Affiliated Managers Group

In related news, Director Annette Franqui acquired 750 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, June 1st. The stock was acquired at an average price of $304.88 per share, with a total value of $228,660.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 1,962 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $598,174.56. This represents a 61.88% increase in their ownership of the stock. The purchase was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, Director David Christopher Ryan sold 3,402 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, May 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $305.06, for a total transaction of $1,037,814.12. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 1,092 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $333,125.52. The trade was a 75.70% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Over the last quarter, insiders sold 21,902 shares of company stock worth $7,257,719. 2.90% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Affiliated Managers Group

Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in AMG. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC grew its holdings in shares of Affiliated Managers Group by 89.9% during the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 281 shares of the asset manager’s stock worth $55,000 after purchasing an additional 133 shares in the last quarter. Arax Advisory Partners lifted its position in Affiliated Managers Group by 94.1% in the fourth quarter. Arax Advisory Partners now owns 198 shares of the asset manager’s stock worth $57,000 after purchasing an additional 96 shares during the period. CIBC Private Wealth Group LLC boosted its stake in Affiliated Managers Group by 676.7% during the fourth quarter. CIBC Private Wealth Group LLC now owns 233 shares of the asset manager’s stock worth $67,000 after buying an additional 203 shares in the last quarter. State of Wyoming bought a new stake in Affiliated Managers Group in the 2nd quarter valued at $73,000. Finally, Smartleaf Asset Management LLC increased its holdings in Affiliated Managers Group by 157.1% in the 4th quarter. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC now owns 252 shares of the asset manager’s stock valued at $73,000 after buying an additional 154 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 95.30% of the company’s stock.

Affiliated Managers Group Company Profile

Affiliated Managers Group, Inc (NYSE: AMG) is a global asset management holding company that partners with boutique investment firms. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, AMG invests in and collaborates with independent investment managers to foster growth while preserving their entrepreneurial culture. Through equity stakes and strategic support, the company aims to enhance its affiliates’ distribution capabilities, operational infrastructure and access to capital.

The company’s core business activities include providing capital solutions, distribution services and operational support to affiliated investment firms.