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Victory Capital to Acquire First Eagle Investments

PRIVATEAug 26, 2026•about 4 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Victory Capital Holdings

Acquired Company

First Eagle Investments

Financial ServicesFinanceVenture CapitalAngel Investment

Description

Victory Capital has announced a definitive agreement to acquire First Eagle Investments for about $7 billion. This acquisition will enhance Victory Capital's total client assets to approximately $571 billion. First Eagle will continue to operate under its brand and maintain its investment processes. The transaction is expected to close by the end of Q1 2027, pending regulatory approvals.

Company Information

Company

Victory Capital Holdings

About

Victory Capital provides specialized investment strategies to institutions, intermediaries, retirement platforms and individual investors. With 11 autonomous Investment Franchises and a Solutions Business, Victory Capital offers a wide array of investment products and services, including mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, alternative investments, third-party ETF model strategies, collective investment trusts, private funds, a 529 Education Savings Plan, and brokerage services. Victory Capital is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with offices and investment professionals in the U.S. and around the world. To learn more, please visit www.vcm.com or follow Victory Capital on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired First Eagle Investments?

First Eagle Investments was acquired by Victory Capital Holdings. The deal was reported on August 26, 2026. Victory Capital provides specialized investment strategies to institutions, intermediaries, retirement platforms and individual investors. Victory Capital Holdings is privately held and operates in Financial Services.

When did Victory Capital Holdings acquire First Eagle Investments?

Victory Capital Holdings's acquisition of First Eagle Investments was reported on August 26, 2026. Victory Capital has announced a definitive agreement to acquire First Eagle Investments for about $7 billion. This acquisition will enhance Victory Capital's total client assets to approximately $571 billion. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does First Eagle Investments do?

First Eagle Investments is an independent, privately owned investment management firm headquartered in New York with approximately $110.5 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2021. It is privately held.

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