Financial Performance - Record quarter-end AUM of $829 billion, with 17% in Private Wealth and 83% in Asset Management[5] - 2Q25 adjusted base management fees were up +6% y/y & down -2% q/q, compared to channel avg AUM levels up +8% y/y & down -1% q/q[18] - The firm's blended base fee rate was 38.7 bps in 2Q25, down -2% q/q & y/y, reflecting mix shift[7] - Adjusted operating margin was 32.3% in 2Q25, compared to 30.8% in 2Q24 and 33.7% in 1Q25[10,31] - AB Holding adjusted diluted net income per unit was $0.76 in 2Q25, compared to $0.71 in 2Q24 and $0.80 in 1Q25[10,31] Flows and AUM Composition - Active outflows of $4.8 billion in 2Q25, skewed in April, with demand rebounding in June and pipeline building[5] - Retail posted its first outflowing quarter as overseas demand steps back from turbulent macro[18] - Institutional channel saw positive active net flows in 2Q, >$300 million, driven by taxable FI and alts; outflows concentrated in equities, ~60% passive[25] - Private alts fundraising ~$0.6 billion in 2Q, broad-based across franchises[30] - Equitable ("EQH") AUM reached $137.8 billion in 2Q25, compared to $127.1 billion in 2Q24 and $132.1 billion in 1Q25[10] - Private Markets AUM* reached $77.1 billion in 2Q25, compared to $64.1 billion in 2Q24 and $75.3 billion in 1Q25[10] Strategic Initiatives and Outlook - The company is targeting $90-$100 billion AUM in Private Markets by 2027[9] - The company expects total FY25 performance fees of $110–$130 million, up from $90–105 million across private and public strategies[39,41] - The company is on track for 33% FY25 margins assuming flat markets[42]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported GAAP net income for Q2 2025 of $1,600,000,000, with distributable earnings also at $1,600,000,000 or $1.21 per common share, reflecting a 25% year-over-year increase [5][6][31] - Fee-related earnings grew 31% year-over-year, contributing to total fee revenues of $2,500,000,000, up 27% year-over-year [6][30] - Total assets under management (AUM) increased 13% year-over-year to a record $1,200,000,000,000, supported by inflows of $52,000,000,000 in Q2 and $212,000,000,000 over the last twelve months [7][30] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The private credit platform has grown significantly, with AUM reaching $484,000,000,000, up threefold in the past five years, and revenue from this platform increasing more than fourfold [16] - The private wealth channel has seen AUM grow to nearly $280,000,000,000, with revenue from flagship vehicles exceeding $700,000,000 in Q2 [22] - Infrastructure AUM rose 32% year-over-year to $64,000,000,000, supported by strong investment performance [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a favorable economic backdrop with resilient growth and declining inflation, which may allow the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates over time, positively impacting asset values [11][12] - The U.S. stock market reached record levels, and M&A activity, particularly sponsor M&A, is accelerating, indicating a more conducive environment for transactions [13][27] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on expanding its platforms in private wealth, credit, and insurance, as well as launching new funds in its drawdown area [6][7] - The firm aims to capitalize on the $12,000,000,000,000 U.S. defined contribution channel, which could provide significant growth opportunities [7] - The company is well-positioned to navigate the current dynamic environment, with a strong portfolio concentrated in compelling sectors and $181,000,000,000 of dry powder available for investment [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future, citing a favorable environment for deal-making, with a significant pipeline of potential IPOs and increased transaction activity expected [27][90] - The company anticipates an acceleration in net realizations as the market stabilizes and transaction activity increases [39] - Management highlighted the importance of technological innovation and economic fundamentals as key growth catalysts [8][11] Other Important Information - The company has launched BMAX, a multi-asset credit product aimed at expanding access to the private credit universe for individual investors [24][102] - The partnership with Legal and General aims to manage investment-grade private credit solutions, targeting up to $20,000,000,000 over the next five years [19][116] Q&A Session Summary Question: Credit demand and implications on fee rates - Management noted that demand for private credit remains robust, with clients focused on the enduring premium between liquid markets and private credit, which should support continued growth [44][46] Question: Real estate recovery expectations - Management indicated that the recovery in real estate is a matter of timing, with new supply declining and cost of capital improving, leading to a more favorable supply-demand dynamic [52][56] Question: Strategic partners and fundraising outlook - Management highlighted strong returns in the secondary fund segment, driven by significant new purchases and good appreciation in underlying funds, with a positive outlook for fundraising [61][64] Question: Retirement opportunity set and access to alternatives - Management expressed optimism about the potential for alternatives in defined contribution plans, particularly in target date funds, but emphasized the need to wait for regulatory developments [70][74] Question: Fee-related performance revenues outlook - Management provided insights on expected performance revenues, indicating a modest amount from certain funds in the upcoming quarters, with a focus on layering various products for future earnings power [108][112]

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Financial Highlights - Total Segment Revenues reached $2,549.403 million in Q2 2025[2], a significant increase from $2,485.848 million in Q2 2024[2] - Distributable Earnings were $1,565.763 million in Q2 2025[2], compared to $1,410.805 million in Q2 2024[2] - Fee-Earning Assets Under Management (AUM) increased to $887,114.2 million[2] Segment Performance - Real Estate segment revenue totaled $902.557 million in the second quarter of 2025[3] - Private Equity segment revenue was $4,828.511 million[9] - Credit & Insurance segment revenue reached $841.752 million[5] - Multi-Asset Investing segment revenue was $130.791 million[6] Real Estate Details - Real Estate Fee-Earning Assets Under Management reached $324,994.7 million[3] - Real Estate segment distributable earnings were $616.363 million[3] Private Equity Details - Private Equity Fee-Earning Assets Under Management were $176,997.3 million[9] - Private Equity segment distributable earnings totaled $2,639.474 million[9] Credit & Insurance Details - Credit & Insurance Fee-Earning Assets Under Management reached $288,931.2 million[5] - Credit & Insurance segment distributable earnings were $395.785 million[5] Multi-Asset Investing Details - Multi-Asset Investing Fee-Earning Assets Under Management were $71,818.7 million[6] - Multi-Asset Investing segment distributable earnings totaled $50.943 million[6]

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