UK $480 Billion Asset Manager Janus Henderson to Buy Germany $1.4 Billion Private Markets Investment Manager Rantum Capital Which Provides Private Debt & Private Equity Financing Solutions to Family & Entrepreneur‑Owned Small & Mid‑sized Companies In Germany, Austria & Switzerland (The DACH Region), Rantum Capital Founded in 2013 by Dirk Notheis (Ex-Morgan Stanley Country Head & CEO for Germany & Austria) & Marc Pahlow (Carlyle, Goldman Sachs & McKinsey)
9th June 2026 | Hong Kong
UK asset manager Janus Henderson ($480 billion AUM) has announced to buy Germany private markets investment manager Rantum Capital ($1.4 billion capital raised), which provides private debt & private equity financing solutions to family & entrepreneur‑owned small & mid‑sized companies in Germany, Austria & Switzerland (The DACH Region). Rantum Capital was founded in 2013 by Dirk Notheis (Ex-Morgan Stanley Country Head & CEO for Germany & Austria) & Marc Pahlow (Carlyle, Goldman Sachs & McKinsey). Announcement (9/6/26): “Janus Henderson today announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Rantum Capital, a Frankfurt‑based private markets investment manager, strengthening its presence in Germany and accelerating its ambitions in private markets across Europe. Founded in 2013, Rantum Capital focuses on providing private debt and private equity financing solutions to family and entrepreneur‑owned small and mid‑sized companies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (the DACH region). The firm has raised around €1.2 billion of capital across its private credit and private equity strategies. Germany is one of the largest and most important institutional investment markets in Europe. The acquisition will significantly increase Janus Henderson’s scale and local presence in the country, while Rantum’s established relationships with institutional investors, including pensions, insurers and family offices, will extend Janus Henderson’s reach across the DACH region. Rantum is expected to play a central role in the build‑out of Janus Henderson’s pan‑European private credit platform, leveraging its 13‑year track record and highly experienced investment team. The firm’s differentiated sourcing model and established capabilities position it well to support a phased expansion across Europe over time. The acquisition also enhances Janus Henderson’s capabilities in private equity, complementing the firm’s broader private markets strategy. Rantum’s private equity expertise has the potential to support future product development. A distinctive element of Rantum’s platform is its industrial partner network, a group of highly experienced former board members and senior executives from leading German companies. This network provides deep sector insight, strengthens sourcing and enhances local credibility, offering additional perspective and connectivity for Janus Henderson. The acquisition builds on Janus Henderson’s recent expansion in private markets, following the acquisitions of NBK Capital Partners in the Middle East and Victory Park Capital in the US in 2024, and the firm’s pre-IPO investment strategies, and represents a further step in developing differentiated private markets capabilities across key regions. Financial terms of the transaction are not disclosed and the acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026 subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval. Campbell Lutyens served as exclusive financial advisor to Rantum Capital. Schilling, Zutt & Anschütz acted as legal counsel to Rantum Capital and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom acted as legal counsel to Janus Henderson.”
“ UK $480 Billion Asset Manager Janus Henderson to Buy Germany $1.4 Billion Private Markets Investment Manager Rantum Capital Which Provides Private Debt & Private Equity Financing Solutions to Family & Entrepreneur‑Owned Small & Mid‑sized Companies In Germany, Austria & Switzerland (The DACH Region), Rantum Capital Founded in 2013 by Dirk Notheis (Ex-Morgan Stanley Country Head & CEO for Germany & Austria) & Marc Pahlow (Carlyle, Goldman Sachs & McKinsey) “
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Ali Dibadj, Chief Executive Officer of Janus Henderson: “As client demand for private markets continues to grow, we are very excited to announce the acquisition of Rantum Capital, which expands our private credit and private equity capabilities in Europe, a strategically important region for the firm. This transaction reflects our focus on diversifying into high‑demand areas while also amplifying our existing strengths, including our institutional client relationships, to better support our clients’ evolving needs.”
Alex Veroude, Head of Fixed Income at Janus Henderson: “We are delighted to have the Rantum team join Janus Henderson. They have built a strong private markets platform with a proven track record and deep relationships in Germany and across the DACH region. As clients seek differentiated exposure to private credit, this transaction strengthens our ability to meet that demand. It builds on the private markets capabilities we have been expanding globally, including Victory Park Capital in the US and NBK Capital Partners in the Middle East, and complements our broader offering, including our securitised and ETF capabilities, allowing us to offer a wider range of credit solutions to clients.”
Dirk Notheis, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Rantum Capital: “We are very pleased to be joining Janus Henderson, a company with a strong culture and entrepreneurial approach. By combining our local and private markets expertise with Janus Henderson’s global distribution platform, we will be able to create even more value for our investors in the future and expand our offering across Europe.”
Janus Henderson Group – Janus Henderson Group is a leading global active asset manager dedicated to helping clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. As of March 31, 2026, Janus Henderson had approximately US$480 billion in assets under management, more than 2,000 employees, and offices in 26 cities worldwide. The firm helps millions of people globally invest in a brighter future together. Headquartered in London, Janus Henderson is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Rantum Capital – Rantum Capital was founded in 2013 on the initiative of investment executives, Mittelstand entrepreneurs and large cap corporate executives with the aim of supporting Mittelstand companies in Germany, Austria and Switzerland with both capital, experience and networks. Headquartered in Frankfurt, we currently manage/advise both an institutional credit fund and a private equity fund. Rantum Capital is the umbrella brand for Rantum Capital Management GmbH (debt activities) and Rantum Advisors GmbH (equity activities).
UK $480 Billion Asset Manager Janus Henderson to Buy Germany $1.4 Billion Private Markets Investment Manager Rantum Capital Which Provides Private Debt & Private Equity Financing Solutions to Family & Entrepreneur‑Owned Small & Mid‑sized Companies In Germany, Austria & Switzerland (The DACH Region), Rantum Capital Founded in 2013 by Dirk Notheis (Ex-Morgan Stanley Country Head & CEO for Germany & Austria) & Marc Pahlow (Carlyle, Goldman Sachs & McKinsey)
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