Goldman Sachs Invests $1 Billion in T. Rowe Price as Firms Announce Strategic Partnership
T. Rowe Price shares rose by about 7% after the company announced a new partnership with Goldman Sachs. As part of the agreement, Goldman Sachs will invest up to $1 billion in T. Rowe Price by purchasing its common stock through the open market. This investment could give Goldman Sachs up to a 3.5% ownership stake in T. Rowe Price.
The collaboration aims to provide more investors with access to diversified public and private market portfolios, focusing on retirement and wealth management channels. Both companies plan to develop new investment solutions for a wider range of clients, especially those interested in private-market products.
The move comes at a time when T. Rowe Price has faced challenges, including outflows and lower returns. The deal is seen as a significant step forward for T. Rowe Price as it seeks to strengthen its product offerings and attract more investors.
Shares rose after news of a $1 billion investment from Goldman Sachs and the announcement of a new partnership between the two companies.
Goldman Sachs plans to buy up to $1 billion of T. Rowe Price stock, which could give it a 3.5% ownership stake in the asset manager.
The partnership aims to create new investment products, making it easier for investors to access both public and private markets.
Private-market products can offer unique investment opportunities that are not available in public markets, which may help diversify an investor's portfolio.
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