GCM Grosvenor (GCMG) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
22 May, 2026Business overview and industry positioning
Manages $91bn in AUM across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return strategies, with a global presence and 557 employees as of March 31, 2026.
Offers diversified, flexible investment solutions including customized separate accounts and specialized funds, serving over 700 institutional clients and thousands of individuals.
Maintains high client satisfaction, with 92% of top clients adding capital since 2020 and an average 15-year relationship among the 25 largest clients.
Positioned as a key partner to middle-market sponsors, providing early and flexible capital.
Benefits from industry tailwinds, with alternative investments AUM projected to grow at a 10% CAGR to $29.2T by 2029.
Financial performance and growth
Achieved 8% AUM CAGR since 2020, with private equity and private markets growing at 7% and 11% CAGR, respectively.
Fee-paying AUM reached $73.5bn, with fee-related earnings growing at 14% CAGR to $185.1mm and adjusted EBITDA at 10% CAGR to $245.6mm (LTM Q1 2026).
Adjusted net income per share doubled from $0.55 in 2023 to a projected $1.20+ in 2028, with a clear path for further upside.
Q1 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin was 45%, and fee-related earnings margin was 44%.
AUM subject to incentive fees grew at a 10% CAGR, reaching $65.3bn, with $35mm run-rate annual performance fees.
Strategic initiatives and client solutions
Focused on growing core business, scaling investment strategies, and expanding into new areas such as individual investor products and international markets.
Individual investor AUM reached $4.3bn, with $1.5bn raised in the last two years, supported by a differentiated product suite and white-label solutions.
Customized separate accounts remain a market-leading offering, with ~90% average re-up success rate and scalable operational model.
Absolute return strategies provide consistent returns, low volatility, and strong value for clients, generating $159mm in management fees and $70mm in performance fees (LTM).
Direct-oriented private markets AUM now represents 54% of private markets, with 70% of total AUM in private markets.
Latest events from GCM Grosvenor
- Q2 2026 delivered double-digit AUM growth, strong earnings, and a $0.12 dividend declared.GCMG
Q2 2026 - Directors and auditor ratified; no stockholder questions; final votes to be filed with SEC.GCMG
AGM 2026 - Record fundraising, strong client retention, and diversified growth drive confidence in 2028 targets.GCMG
Morgan Stanley US Financials Conference 2026 - Strong growth in alternatives, infrastructure, and direct strategies supports ambitious 2028 targets.GCMG
46th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference - Fundraising up 49% to $10.7B, AUM hit $91B, and share buyback rose to $255M.GCMG
Q4 2025 - Fee-related earnings, net income, and AUM surged, with a $0.12 dividend and $220M buyback plan.GCMG
Q3 2025 - Targeting over 2x earnings and dividend growth by 2028, fueled by scalable strategies and client loyalty.GCMG
Investor Day 2025 - AUM hit $80B, earnings and fundraising surged, and a $0.11 dividend was declared.GCMG
Q3 2024 - Q2 2024 saw 9% revenue growth, stable AUM at $78.7B, and improved margins.GCMG
Q2 2024