AGF Management Reports Strong Q3 Earnings Amid Asset Growth
AGF Management Limited (TSE:AGF.B) reported strong third-quarter results for 2026, with adjusted diluted earnings per share of CAD 0.49 and free cash flow of CAD 39 million. Assets under management rose by 31% year-over-year to CAD 74 billion, driven primarily by growth in mutual funds, ETFs, and separately managed accounts (SMAs). Canadian retail mutual-fund net sales remained positive for the ninth consecutive quarter at CAD 92 million, while ETF and SMA flows more than tripled compared to last year. However, AGF's equity-focused strategy limited its share of industry inflows as investors increasingly favored fixed-income products. Management noted that fee rates are expected to decline by an additional 2–3 basis points due to a shift toward lower-fee investment vehicles and projected long-term returns between 1% and 2%. The company is focusing on alternatives acquisitions, monetizing legacy investments, and returning capital through dividends and share repurchases. Despite challenges in segregated accounts and sub-advisory AUM—down 12% year-over-year due to a large institutional client redemption—the firm remains optimistic about its growth trajectory.
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