Franklin Templeton Completes Acquisition of Apera Asset Management

Core Viewpoint - Franklin Resources, Inc. has successfully completed the acquisition of Apera Asset Management, enhancing its investment management capabilities in the private credit sector in Europe [1] Company Summary - Franklin Resources, Inc. operates as Franklin Templeton, a global investment management organization [1] - The acquisition of Apera Asset Management adds over €5 billion in assets under management (AUM) as of September 30, 2025 [1] - Apera Asset Management specializes in providing senior secured private capital solutions to private equity-backed companies in Western Europe [1]