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Amundi welcomes Victory Capital deal to buy First Eagle for about $7 billion

PUBT·08/26/2026 10:35:17
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Amundi welcomes Victory Capital deal to buy First Eagle for about $7 billion
  • Victory Capital agreed to buy First Eagle Investments for about USD 7 billion, creating a diversified asset manager with USD 571 billion in AUM.
  • Amundi holds a 27% economic stake in Victory Capital, positioning it to remain the top shareholder once the deal closes.
  • Victory Capital forecast a significant lift to earnings per share, supported by about USD 280 million in expected net cost synergies.
  • The combination is expected to support Amundi’s non-US distribution of Victory Capital and First Eagle investment strategies.
  • Amundi expects a positive effect on its earnings per share once First Eagle is fully integrated and the projected synergies are realized.


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