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Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc(APAM)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 2 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-1.63% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$39.13
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for APAM

11/06/2026: APAM (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Artisan Partners is a boutique, active investment management firm known for its unique model of autonomous investment teams. The company has a strong reputation for high-conviction, high-performance equity strategies, which has historically allowed it to command premium fees. Its primary growth opportunity lies in diversifying into alternative investments and expanding its global distribution footprint. However, the firm faces significant risks from the structural industry shift toward passive indexing and potential fee compression. The stock may best suit dividend-oriented and value-focused investors who understand the cyclical, performance-dependent nature of the asset management sector, and it requires monitoring of net flows and key talent retention.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitWhile the firm has growth potential through new strategies, it is subject to the cyclical nature of the asset management industry.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum investors may find the stock attractive during periods of strong market performance when AUM and performance fees trend higher.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors seeking exposure to cash-generative financial service firms.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a consistent history of returning significant capital to shareholders through regular and variable dividends.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock's dependence on market-driven AUM levels and investment performance introduces volatility that may not suit low-risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in global equity markets and the firm's AUM.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward active managers can lead to valuation compression despite solid fundamentals.
Competition risk (passive index funds)HighThe structural shift toward passive, low-cost investment vehicles continues to challenge the active management model.
Business qualityMediumThe firm has a strong niche reputation, but is reliant on the continued success of individual investment teams.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are variable and dependent on the firm's profitability and cash flow, which can fluctuate.
Execution riskMediumThe ability to attract and retain elite investment talent is essential to maintaining the firm's competitive edge.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -18.23%
Avg. Invested days 37
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
APAM receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
APAM has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+11.8%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.3%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+7.6%), modest insider ownership of 2.23%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
APAM's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 45.7% and operating margin of 33.4%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is APAM's strongest growth driver at +11.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-53.5%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 98.1% and approximately 90.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 2.23% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 15.77%
Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC 7.28%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.93%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.31%
State Street Corp 4.15%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
APAM generates approximately $457 of gross profit, $334 of operating income, and $143 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.74%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
APAM has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.78B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.14
1Y Target Price 35
Price to earnings Ratio 9.14
1Y Target Price 35
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares
Beta 1.72
52 Weeks Range 30.86 - 44.27
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 30.86 - 44.27
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 8.70%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.28

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment Management FeesManagement fees based on the percentage of Assets Under Management (AUM) in client portfolios and mutual funds.The company earns money primarily by charging a fee on the total value of assets they manage for clients.
Performance FeesIncentive fees earned when investment strategies outperform their specific benchmarks.Artisan can earn extra income if they deliver strong results for their clients beyond a set target.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-27
When After Market
Estimate 0.98
Actual 1.03

Profitability

Profit Margin 24.53%
Operating Margin (TTM) 35.13%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 16.96%
Return on Equity (TTM) 58.5%

Valuation

Trailing PE 9.14
Forward PE 10.99
Enterprise Value 2.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.21
Enterprise Value 2.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.21
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.16
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.58
Shares Outstanding 71.02M
Shares Floating 64.26M
Shares Outstanding 71.02M
Shares Floating 64.26M
Percent Insiders 2.23
Percent Institutions 98.11

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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