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Victory Capital to acquire First Eagle Investments

PUBLIC · VCTRAug 26, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Victory Capital

Acquired Company

First Eagle Investments

United StatesFinancial ServicesLending And InvestmentsFinanceVenture CapitalAngel Investment

Description

Victory Capital announced its plan to acquire First Eagle Investments. This acquisition will lead to the creation of a $571 billion diversified global asset manager. The merger aims to enhance investment strategies and client offerings. The transaction reflects both firms' commitment to client success.

Company Information

Company

Victory Capital

Location

United States

About

Victory Capital is a diversified global asset management firm with $159.9 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2021. The Company operates a next-generation business model combining boutique investment qualities with the benefits of a fully integrated, centralized operating and distribution platform. Victory Capital provides specialized investment strategies to institutions, intermediaries, retirement platforms and individual investors. With 11 autonomous Investment Franchises and a Solutions Platform, Victory Capital offers a wide array of investment styles and investment vehicles including, actively managed mutual funds, separately managed accounts, active ETFs, multi-asset class strategies, custom-designed solutions, private funds, and a 529 Education Savings Plan. For more information, please visit www.vcm.com or follow us: Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired First Eagle Investments?

First Eagle Investments was acquired by Victory Capital, based in United States. The deal was reported on August 26, 2026. Victory Capital is a diversified global asset management firm with $159.9 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2021. Victory Capital is publicly traded (VCTR) and operates in Financial Services.

When did Victory Capital acquire First Eagle Investments?

Victory Capital's acquisition of First Eagle Investments was reported on August 26, 2026. Victory Capital announced its plan to acquire First Eagle Investments. This acquisition will lead to the creation of a $571 billion diversified global asset manager. The merger aims to enhance investment strategies and client offerings. 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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