Natixis Global Asset Management Opens First Office in South America

Its unique business model, based on its own network of more than 20 independent asset managers across North America, Europe and Asia, provides institutional investors, banks and IFAs in Uruguay and Chile a central point of access to global markets through a wide range of specialized managers.

Its philosophy of Durable Portfolio Construction® has been helping investors around the globe build portfolios that are better suited to today’s complex markets, allowing them to stay focused on their long- term objectives.

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Natixis Global Asset Management, one of the world’s largest asset managers,1 has opened its second office in Latin America and has chosen Montevideo as its headquarters in the South American region, in order to provide global and regional banks and independent financial advisors (IFAs) in Uruguay and Chile access to its unique global network of independent affiliated investment managers specializing in a range of asset classes and investment styles.

“What differentiates us from other international asset managers coming to South America in recent years is our unique business model, based on our own global diversified network of specialized asset managers,” said Sophie del Campo, General Manager of Iberia and Head of Latin America for Natixis Global Asset Management. “This office reflects our strong commitment to the local and regional markets and our continued commitment to Latin America.”

Martín Herbon, Head of Uruguay and Chile for Natixis Global Asset Management, said: “Our unique model and investment approach is already resonating with investors in the region who appreciate our long track record in institutional markets around the globe and the opportunity to access a rich offer of investment solutions and insights from our affiliated asset managers.”

Montevideo is the second opening for Natixis Global Asset Management in Latin America after the launch of its Mexican business in 2014. The firm was previously servicing the southern region of the continent through its teams in the U.S. and Europe, and its Portfolio Research and Consulting group has been actively working with global and regional private banks. In the coming years, the firm will continue its expansion strategy in the region according to the growth of its business.

“Our model allows each one of 27 asset managers to focus on their independent investment style, which means more choice, more investment opportunities, better diversification, and ultimately better investment portfolios for our clients,” added Sophie del Campo.

About Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A.

Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A. is a multi-affiliate organization that offers a single point of access to more than 20 specialized investment firms in the U.S., Europe and Asia. The firm ranks among the world’s largest asset managers.1 Through its Durable Portfolio Construction® philosophy, the company is dedicated to providing innovative ideas on asset allocation and risk management that can help institutions, advisors and individuals address a range of modern market challenges. Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A. brings together the expertise of multiple specialized investment managers based in Europe, the United States and Asia to offer a wide spectrum of equity, fixed-income and alternative investment strategies.

Headquartered in Paris and Boston, Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A.’s assets under management totaled $890.0 billion (€735.5 billion) as of December 30, 2014.2 Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A. is part of Natixis. Listed on the Paris Stock Exchange, Natixis is a subsidiary of BPCE, the second-largest banking group in France. Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A.’s affiliated investment management firms and distribution and service groups include Active Investment Advisors;3 AEW Capital Management; AEW Europe; AlphaSimplex Group; Aurora Investment Management; Axeltis; Capital Growth Management; Darius Capital Partners; Dorval Finance;4 Gateway Investment Advisers; H2O Asset Management;4 Harris Associates; IDFC Asset Management Company; Loomis, Sayles & Company; Managed Portfolio Advisors;3 McDonnell Investment Management; Mirova;5 Natixis Asset Management; Natixis Environment & Infrastructure Luxembourg; NexGen; Ossiam; Reich & Tang Asset Management; Seeyond;6 Snyder Capital Management; Vaughan Nelson Investment Management; Vega Investment Managers;4 and Natixis Global Asset Management Private Equity, which includes Seventure Partners, Naxicap Partners, Alliance Entreprendre, Euro Private Equity, Caspian Private Equity and Eagle Asia Partners.

Visit ngam.natixis.com for more information.

Natixis Global Asset Management also includes business development units located across the globe, including NGAM UK Limited, which is authorized and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority, as well as branch offices of NGAM S.A., a Luxembourg management company authorized and regulated by the CSSF.

The information contained herein is provided solely for information only and does not constitute a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell any financial products or services. Approved in the UK by NGAM UK Limited, authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

1 Cerulli Quantitative Update: Global Markets 2014 ranked Natixis Global Asset Management, S.A. as the 16th largest asset manager in the world based on assets under management as of December 31, 2013.2Assets under management (AUM) may include assets for which non-regulatory AUM services are provided. Non-regulatory AUM includes assets which do not fall within the SEC’s definition of ‘regulatory AUM’ in Form ADV, Part 1.3Division of NGAM Advisors, L.P.4 An affiliate of Natixis Asset Management.5 A subsidiary of Natixis Asset Management.6A global investment unit of the Natixis Asset Management organization, operated in the U.S. through Natixis Asset Management U.S., LLC.

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Natixis Global Asset Management
David Snowden, 617-449-2507
[email protected]

Source: Natixis Global Asset Management

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