CEO David Layton, who has led the firm since 2021, plans to step down at the start of 2027 to transition into a dedicated investment role as chief investment officer. His successors, Roberto Cagnati and Juri Jenkner, will take the helm as co-chief executives. Both have been with the group since 2004, having overseen core divisions ranging from risk and portfolio solutions to infrastructure and private credit.
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Partners Group Shares Plummet Following Leadership Shakeup
Shares of the Swiss private-equity firm tumbled 7.7% Tuesday after the company reported a 39% plunge in performance fees and announced a major management transition. The stock, now down 31% for the year, continues to struggle as investor appetite for private markets wanes and redemption pressures mount.
Financial results for the first half reflect a challenging environment. Performance income dropped to 216 million Swiss francs, forcing the firm to lower its guidance for 2026. Management now expects performance income to represent 20% to 25% of total revenue, a retreat from the previous target of 25% to 40%. Net profit slid 13% to 502.1 million francs, though assets under management grew to $186 billion. The firm maintains that its exit pipeline remains robust, even as market conditions delay some anticipated realizations until 2027.
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