Abacus Global Management has acquired a minority equity stake in Manning & Napier as part of a new strategic alliance [1].

The partnership aims to integrate longevity data and actuarial expertise into investment strategies, potentially changing how the firms manage risk for aging populations.

Announced March 12, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, the deal involves a minority equity investment valued at $53 million [3, 4]. This alliance focuses on leveraging longevity data to expand investment capabilities for the clients of Manning & Napier [2, 3].

Manning & Napier currently manages $18 billion in assets [3]. The firm serves approximately 3,400 clients [3]. By combining the actuarial strengths of Abacus Global Management with the asset management reach of Manning & Napier, the two companies intend to provide more specialized longevity-focused financial products [2, 3].

The agreement allows Abacus Global Management to provide the necessary data and actuarial framework to support the strategic goals of the alliance [4]. This integration is designed to enhance the ability of Manning & Napier to navigate the financial complexities associated with increased life expectancy, and long-term care planning [2].

Both firms have executed a definitive agreement to finalize the minority stake acquisition and the operational terms of the alliance [4]. The move marks a significant expansion of Abacus Global Management's footprint in the asset management sector through a targeted investment in longevity-related financial services [1, 5].

“Abacus Global Management acquired a minority equity stake in Manning & Napier.”

This investment signals a growing trend in the financial sector to treat longevity as a distinct asset class or risk factor. By integrating actuarial data directly into asset management, the firms are positioning themselves to capture a market of aging investors who require more precise financial planning for extended lifespans.