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Q Prime Holding Successfully Concludes Participation in Janus Henderson’s $8 Billion Take-Private Transaction

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DOHA, State of Qatar; LONDON, UK; NEW YORK, USA; and SAN FRANCISCO, USA – June 30, 2026 – Q Prime Holding, a premier publicly listed investment entity on the Qatar Stock Exchange, has officially announced the successful completion of its participation in the landmark take-private transaction of Janus Henderson Group Ltd. (Janus Henderson). Q Prime Holding joined a distinguished global syndicate of strategic investors in this transformative transaction, which was led by prominent investment firms Trian Fund Management, L.P. and General Catalyst. This milestone acquisition marks a significant advancement in Q Prime Holding’s strategy to partner with world-class financial services institutions possessing robust market positions and substantial long-term value creation potential.

Catalyzing Long-Term Growth and Technological Transformation

The completion of the transaction positions Janus Henderson to pursue its long-term ambitions as a private company, with continued investment in its product offerings, client-service infrastructure and the technological transformation of its business, including artificial intelligence. Q Prime Holding participates as a long-term financial investor supporting that agenda alongside the firm’s management team.

Q Prime Holding’s participation reflects a disciplined investment approach focused on established institutions with durable market positions, global client relationships and the capacity to invest in talent, technology and product development over an extended horizon.

A Syndicate of Global Industry Leaders

The transaction was completed by a distinguished global syndicate of strategic investors, led by Trian Fund Management, L.P. and General Catalyst, with Q Prime Holding participating alongside other strategic investors. The syndicate brings together investment expertise across international financial centres, including Doha, London, New York and San Francisco.

“Janus Henderson possesses a distinguished heritage and stands as a global leader in the asset management industry. As a long-term financial investor, Q Prime Holding is exceptionally proud to play a pivotal role in this transaction. Together with the incumbent management team and our esteemed investment partners, we are fully committed to driving the firm’s next phase of growth and innovation.”
Mr. Faisal Hamad T M Al-Thani
Chief Executive Officer, Q Prime Holding

For Q Prime Holding, the transaction demonstrates its stated strategy of diversifying into globally recognized financial institutions positioned for strategic evolution and sustainable expansion, while maintaining its foundations in the State of Qatar.

About Janus Henderson

Janus Henderson is a leading global asset manager providing investment solutions across equities, fixed income, multi-asset strategies, alternatives and exchange-traded funds. The firm serves clients through a global footprint and continues to develop its product range and client-service capabilities, including investment in artificial-intelligence transformation and talent.

As of 31 March 2026, Janus Henderson managed approximately half a trillion United States dollars in assets under management on behalf of clients worldwide.

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