Hamilton Lane Incorporated - HLNE STOCK NEWS

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE), a leading private markets investment management firm, announced senior promotions for nine individuals to Managing Director, with a notable representation of women. The firm also appointed several key personnel, expanding its Investment and Client Solutions teams. CEO Mario Giannini emphasized the company's success in fundraising, client growth, and geographical expansion. Hamilton Lane manages $851 billion in assets, including $98 billion in discretionary assets as of December 31, 2021.

Hamilton Lane has partnered with ADDX to tokenize its Global Private Assets Fund, marking a significant innovation in private markets investment. With a minimum investment of just US$10,000 on ADDX compared to US$125,000 through traditional channels, access is broadened for accredited investors. Since its inception in May 2019, the fund has delivered a 16.11% net annualized return and has over US$1.845 billion in assets. This partnership reflects Hamilton Lane's commitment to expanding investor access and leveraging blockchain technology for efficient asset management.

Peloton Equity has completed a growth and recapitalization investment in Grenova, a leader in sustainable laboratory solutions. Partnering with Hamilton Lane Impact Fund II and Morgan Stanley AIP Private Markets, Peloton now holds a majority stake in the Richmond, Virginia-based company. This investment aims to enhance Grenova's sales and marketing, product launches, and global expansion. Founded in 2014, Grenova's technology allows labs to reuse single-use plastics, addressing sustainability challenges in the healthcare sector.

Phillips Academy in Andover announces a significant gift increase from Board President Amy Falls and her husband, totaling over $20 million. This donation positions Falls as the most notable female donor in the school’s fundraising history. The funds will support various areas, including student scholarships, wellness programs, and faculty support. The Knowledge & Goodness campaign, launched in 2017, aims to raise $400 million for the school’s future initiatives, enhancing the educational experience and campus facilities.

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) released its 2022 Market Overview, analyzing private markets in 2021 amidst global market shifts like rising inflation and interest rates. The report reveals that private equity outperformed public equity, yielding an additional 83 cents per dollar invested since 2017. Fundraising for private markets is projected to increase by 25% from 2020 to 2021, with over $300 billion expected from top buyout managers. High-net-worth investor participation rose, holding nearly $2 trillion in private assets, indicating strong demand for private markets.

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) is expanding its presence in Switzerland by opening a new office in Zug, enhancing its commitment to the region where it has served clients for over 22 years. The office will be led by Ralph Aerni, EMEA Head of Client Solutions, alongside Vice President Rainer Kobler, focusing on increasing the distribution of their Global Private Assets Fund (GPA). This fund has attracted significant interest, amassing nearly $1.8 billion in assets with a stellar 20.81% net return in 2021. The expansion aims to support growing demand in the private markets.

Hamilton Lane reported strong results for Q3 FY2022, with total assets under management reaching $98.1 billion, a 29% increase year-over-year. The revenue for the quarter was $79.8 million, reflecting a 6% growth from the prior year. Additionally, the unrealized carried interest rose to $1.1 billion, up 114% year-over-year. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.35 per share, indicating a 12% increase from the previous fiscal year, with a targeted annual dividend of $1.40.