Key facts
- Man Group reported record assets under management of $253.6 billion for the first half of 2026.
- Performance fees surged to $207 million, a significant increase from $67 million in the prior year's first half.
- Net inflows reached $7.1 billion, contributing to the asset growth.
- Core profit before tax was $297 million, exceeding analyst forecasts.
- The company is executing a $50 million share buyback program, having completed $29 million.
- An interim dividend of 5.7 cents per share has been recommended by the board.
Man Group reported a strong first half of 2026, with assets under management reaching a record $253.6 billion, up from $227.6 billion at the end of 2025. The diversified hedge fund experienced net inflows of $7.1 billion and positive investment performance of $19.8 billion, largely driven by its multi-strategy funds. Core performance fees saw a significant recovery, surging to $207 million from $67 million in the same period last year. This uptick was attributed to strong growth in assets under management and a jump in net inflows, marking a reversal from 2025. Core net revenue reached $853 million, with core profit before tax at $297 million, exceeding analyst forecasts. The group also announced an interim dividend of 5.7 cents per share and continued its $50 million share buyback program, having completed $29 million. CEO Robyn Grew credited the broad-based growth to multi-year investments and the firm's strategy, noting accelerated AI transformation.