Hamilton Lane Incorporated - HLNE STOCK NEWS

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.

Hamilton Lane Incorporated (NASDAQ: HLNE) will release its financial results for Q3 before the market opens on February 1, 2022. A conference call will take place at 11:00 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results. Participants must pre-register to ask questions and can access the call via the company's Shareholders page. Hamilton Lane manages $805 billion in assets, including $96 billion in discretionary assets and $709 billion in advisory assets as of September 30, 2021.

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) has announced an interim close of its Impact Fund II, accumulating total commitments of $198.5 million since its launch in April 2021. This fund has gained significant traction, surpassing its predecessor's size within five months. Fund II targets attractive private equity returns alongside social and environmental benefits, investing in sectors like clean energy, health, and community development. The firm manages over $2.5 billion in impact strategies and $805 billion in assets overall, underscoring its expertise in private markets investment.

On December 13, 2021, Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) was recognized as a "Best Place to Work in Money Management" for the 10th consecutive year by Pensions & Investments. The firm, which also celebrated its 30th anniversary, was one of only five companies to achieve this milestone. CEO Mario Giannini highlighted the team's dedication and resilience amid the pandemic. In addition, Hamilton Lane was included in Inc. magazine's inaugural Best-Led Companies list, reflecting strong leadership and positive workplace culture. The firm manages $805 billion in assets.

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) will manage the Future Initiative, a $1 billion program by the Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management Board (PRIM) to invest in emerging-diverse managers over two years. This expands Hamilton Lane's long-standing relationship with PRIM, enhancing its role in diversifying investment management. As of September 30, 2021, Hamilton Lane invested $3.4 billion in diverse managers, achieving a 29.63% IRR over five years, significantly outperforming major indices. The program aims to break down barriers for diverse managers in private equity.