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Matthias Knab, Opalesque: London-based Man Group plc reported assets under management (AUM) of USD 213.9 billion as of 30 September 2025, up from USD 193.3 billion at the end of June. The USD 20.6 billion increase was driven by USD 9.7 billion in net inflows, USD 10 billion in positive investment performance, and USD 0.9 billion in other factors including currency movements and distributions.
Systematic long-only strategies were the standout contributor, with AUM jumping from USD 61.3 billion to USD 72.7 billion on USD 6.5 billion of net inflows and USD 4.8 billion of investment gains. Discretionary long-only strategies also grew to USD 43.9 billion from USD 38.1 billion, supported by strong returns in credit and Japanese equity strategies.
Absolute return and multi-strategy funds delivered mixed results, though AHL Alpha (+7.6%) and AHL Evolution (+6.0%) led the quarter's performance, helping stabilize overall alternative allocations. Total return and multi-manager strategies saw modest growth, while alternative risk premia and US direct lending strategies added resilience.
Man Group's diversification across quant, discretionary, and credit-based approaches continues to underpin its position as one of the world's largest publicly listed hedge fund managers. The firm's upcoming integration of Bardin Hill, completed on 1 October 2025, is expected to further expand its private credit and structured credit footprint.
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