UK-based asset manager Schroders plc (SDR.L) on Thursday reported higher earnings for the year ended December 31, 2025, supported by increased revenue and improved operating performance.
Separately, the company said it has agreed to be acquired by Pantheon LLC, a subsidiary of Nuveen, in a deal valuing Schroders at up to 612 pence per share. Under the terms, shareholders will receive 590 pence per share in cash and permitted dividends of up to 22 pence per share.
Profit before tax rose to £673.8 million from £558.1 million in 2024, mainly reflecting gain on disposals of £113.3 million.
Operating profit increased to £673.9 million compared with £528.8 million last year.
Excluding one-time items, adjusted operating profit increased to £756.6 million from £603.1 million in the previous year.
Net income attributable to equity holders of Schroders plc climbed to £539.8 million or 33.6 pence per share, versus £417.0 million or 26 pence per share a year ago.
Adjusted basic earnings per share increased 29% to 36.6p.
Revenue rose to £3.251 billion from £3.067 billion a year earlier.
Assets under management including JVs and associates as at the end of the year was £823.7 billion, 6% up from £778.7 billion a year ago.
The board has proposed a final dividend of 15p per share.
Schroders shares were up more than 28% at 588 pence.
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