Janus Henderson confirms new unsolicited takeover proposal

Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE: JHG) confirmed that its board's special committee received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal, according to a company statement.

The asset management firm announced on December 22, 2025, that it had agreed to be acquired by Trian Fund Management, L.P. and General Catalyst Group Management, LLC for $49.00 per share in cash. The company stated that prior to entering that merger agreement, the special committee evaluated all proposals and determined none were actionable or superior to the agreed transaction.

The special committee will evaluate the new unsolicited proposal in consultation with its independent financial and legal advisors, taking into account all terms and conditions in accordance with the existing merger agreement.

The merger agreement with Trian and General Catalyst remains in full force and effect. The board of directors has not withdrawn or modified its recommendation that shareholders vote in favor of the merger agreement. The company stated that shareholders need take no action at this time.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC serves as financial advisor to the special committee, while Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz acts as legal advisor. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP serves as legal advisor to Janus Henderson.

Janus Henderson had approximately $493 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, with more than 2,000 employees and offices in 25 cities worldwide.

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