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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549



FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 20092010

OR

o

 


TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from                        to                         

Commission File Number 001-13459



Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 04-3218510
(State or other jurisdiction
of
incorporation or organization)
 (IRS Employer
Identification Number)

600 Hale Street, Prides Crossing, Massachusetts 01965
(Address of principal executive offices)

(617) 747-3300
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)



        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ý    No o

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes o    No o (Registrant is not subject to the requirements of Rule 405 of Regulation S-T at this time).

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer" and "smaller reporting company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer ý Accelerated filer o Non-accelerated filer o
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
 Smaller reporting company o

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes o    No ý

        There were 41,269,67244,548,728 shares of the registrant's common stock outstanding on April 30, 2009.May 6, 2010.



PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.    Financial Statements


AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(dollars in thousands, except per share data)

(unaudited)

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
 
 2008 2009 

Revenue

 $335,034 $178,475 

Operating expenses:

       
 

Compensation and related expenses

  151,080  84,160 
 

Selling, general and administrative

  52,850  32,507 
 

Amortization of intangible assets

  8,350  8,094 
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  2,774  3,239 
 

Other operating expenses

  5,413  5,750 
      

  220,467  133,750 
      

Operating income

  114,567  44,725 
      

Non-operating (income) and expenses:

       
 

Investment and other (income) loss

  1,939  241 
 

Income from equity method investments

  (13,988) (6,416)
 

Investment (income) loss from Affiliate investments in partnerships

  14,334  3,795 
 

Interest expense

  22,937  19,948 
      

  25,222  17,568 
      

Income before income taxes

  
89,345
  
27,157
 

Income taxes—current

  
13,145
  
(8,045

)

Income taxes—intangible-related deferred

  9,021  9,571 

Income taxes—other deferred

  (3,829) 2,391 
      

Net income

  71,008  23,240 
 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

  (53,174) (20,878)
 

Net loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  13,389  3,763 
      

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $31,223 $6,125 
      

Earnings per share—basic

 
$

0.91
 
$

0.15
 

Earnings per share—diluted

 $0.81 $0.15 

Average shares outstanding—basic

  
34,470,123
  
40,022,423
 

Average shares outstanding—diluted

  40,821,649  41,082,130 

Supplemental disclosure of total comprehensive income:

       

Net income

 $71,008 $23,240 

Other comprehensive loss

  (11,908) (9,872)
      

Comprehensive income

  59,100  13,368 

Comprehensive income (non-controlling interests)

  (39,785) (17,115)
      

Comprehensive income (controlling interest)

 $19,315 $(3,747)
      

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2009 2010 

Revenue

 $178,475 $251,021 

Operating expenses:

       
 

Compensation and related expenses

  84,160  119,229 
 

Selling, general and administrative

  32,507  46,059 
 

Amortization of intangible assets

  8,094  8,937 
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  3,239  3,026 
 

Other operating expenses

  5,750  6,053 
      

  133,750  183,304 
      

Operating income

  44,725  67,717 
      

Non-operating (income) and expenses:

       
 

Investment and other (income) loss

  241  (2,822)
 

Income from equity method investments

  (6,416) (9,147)
 

Investment (income) loss from investments in partnerships

  3,795  (4,091)
 

Interest expense

  19,948  19,851 
      

  17,568  3,791 
      

Income before income taxes

  27,157  63,926 

Income taxes—current

  (8,045) 2,507 

Income taxes—intangible-related deferred

  9,571  10,740 

Income taxes—other deferred

  2,391  (2,082)
      

Net income

  23,240  52,761 
 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

  (20,878) (31,285)
 

Net (income) loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  3,763  (4,014)
      

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $6,125 $17,462 
      

Average shares outstanding—basic

  
40,022,423
  
42,360,311
 

Average shares outstanding—diluted

  41,082,130  45,421,716 

Earnings per share—basic

 
$

0.15
 
$

0.41
 

Earnings per share—diluted

 $0.15 $0.38 

Supplemental disclosure of total comprehensive income:

       

Net income

 $23,240 $52,761 

Other comprehensive income (loss)

  (9,872) 25,392 
      

Comprehensive income

  13,368  78,153 

Comprehensive income (non-controlling interests)

  (17,115) (35,299)
      

Comprehensive income (loss) (controlling interest)

 $(3,747)$42,854 
      

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Consolidated Financial Statements.



AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

 
 December 31,
2008
 March 31,
2009
 

Assets

       

Current assets:

       
 

Cash and cash equivalents

 $396,431 $237,291 
 

Investment advisory fees receivable

  131,099  101,317 
 

Affiliate investments in partnerships

  68,789  63,324 
 

Affiliate investments in marketable securities

  10,399  12,810 
 

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

  23,968  17,188 
      
  

Total current assets

  630,686  431,930 

Fixed assets, net

  
71,845
  
69,158
 

Equity investments in Affiliates

  678,887  664,074 

Acquired client relationships, net

  491,408  481,978 

Goodwill

  1,243,583  1,237,966 

Other assets

  96,291  104,168 
      
  

Total assets

 $3,212,700 $2,989,274 
      

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

       

Current liabilities:

       
 

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

 $183,794 $92,795 
 

Payables to related party

  26,187  10,153 
      
  

Total current liabilities

  209,981  102,948 

Senior debt

  
233,514
  
 

Senior convertible securities

  445,535  448,395 

Junior convertible trust preferred securities

  505,034  505,605 

Deferred income taxes

  319,491  331,929 

Other long-term liabilities

  30,414  28,355 
      
  

Total liabilities

  1,743,969  1,417,232 

Redeemable non-controlling interests

  
297,733
  
281,667
 

Equity:

       
 

Common stock

  458  458 
 

Additional paid-in capital

  817,713  814,019 
 

Accumulated other comprehensive income

  (4,081) (13,953)
 

Retained earnings

  813,664  819,789 
      

  1,627,754  1,620,313 
 

Less: treasury stock, at cost

  (702,953) (533,771)
      
  

Total stockholders' equity

  924,801  1,086,542 
 

Non-controlling interests

  
180,732
  
143,239
 
  

Non-controlling interests in partnerships

  65,465  60,594 
      
  

Total equity

  
1,170,998
  
1,290,375
 
      
  

Total liabilities and equity

 $3,212,700 $2,989,274 
      

 
 December 31, 2009 March 31, 2010 

Assets

       

Current assets:

       
 

Cash and cash equivalents

 $259,487 $203,751 
 

Investment advisory fees receivable

  140,118  157,502 
 

Investments in partnerships

  93,809  97,304 
 

Investments in marketable securities

  56,690  80,814 
 

Unsettled fund share receivables

    154,740 
 

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

  35,478  22,119 
      
  

Total current assets

  585,582  716,230 

Fixed assets, net

  
62,402
  
65,309
 

Equity investments in Affiliates

  658,332  644,876 

Acquired client relationships, net

  571,573  803,250 

Goodwill

  1,413,217  1,521,222 

Other assets

  99,800  114,984 
      
  

Total assets

 $3,390,906 $3,865,871 
      

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

       

Current liabilities:

       
 

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

 $117,227 $126,960 
 

Unsettled fund share payables

    159,039 
 

Payables to related party

  109,888  18,314 
      
  

Total current liabilities

  227,115  304,313 

Senior debt

  
  
170,000
 

Senior convertible securities

  456,976  460,137 

Junior convertible trust preferred securities

  507,358  507,965 

Deferred income taxes

  322,671  393,263 

Other long-term liabilities

  26,066  123,655 
      
  

Total liabilities

  1,540,186  1,959,333 

Redeemable non-controlling interests

  
368,999
  
368,702
 

Equity:

       
 

Common stock

  458  458 
 

Additional paid-in capital

  612,091  594,842 
 

Accumulated other comprehensive income

  45,958  71,350 
 

Retained earnings

  873,137  890,599 
      

  1,531,644  1,557,249 
 

Less: treasury stock, at cost

  (421,954) (416,588)
      
  

Total stockholders' equity

  1,109,690  1,140,661 

Non-controlling interests

  
281,946
  
303,674
 

Non-controlling interests in partnerships

  90,085  93,501 
      
  

Total equity

  1,481,721  1,537,836 
      
  

Total liabilities and equity

 $3,390,906 $3,865,871 
      

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Consolidated Financial Statements.



AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

(dollars in thousands)

(unaudited)

 
 Total Stockholders' Equity  
  
  
 
 
 Common
Stock
 Additional
Paid-In
Capital
 Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
 Retained
Earnings
 Treasury
Shares at
Cost
 Non-
controlling
interests
 Non-
controlling
interests in
partnerships
 Total
Equity
 

December 31, 2008

 $458 $817,713 $(4,081)$813,664 $(702,953)$180,732 $65,465 $1,170,998 

Stock issued under option and other

                         
 

incentive plans

    563      (454)     109 

Settlement of forward equity sale agreement

     (25,378)       169,636        144,258 

Changes in Affiliate equity

    21,121            21,121 

Distributions to non-controlling interests

            (58,371)   (58,371)

Redemptions of non-controlling interests in partnerships

              (1,108) (1,108)

Net Income

        6,125    20,878  (3,763) 23,240 

Other comprehensive loss

      (9,872)         (9,872)
                  

March 31, 2009

 $458 $814,019 $(13,953)$819,789 $(533,771)$143,239 $60,594 $1,290,375 
                  

 
 Total Stockholders' Equity  
  
  
 
 
 Common
Stock
 Additional
Paid-In
Capital
 Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
 Retained
Earnings
 Treasury
Shares at
Cost
 Non-
controlling
interests
 Non-
controlling
interests in
partnerships
 Total
Equity
 

December 31, 2009

 $458 $612,091 $45,958 $873,137 $(421,954)$281,946 $90,085 $1,481,721 

Stock issued under option and other incentive plans

    (3,915)     5,357      1,442 

Tax benefit of option exercises

    635            635 

Issuance costs

    (82)           (82)

Changes in Affiliate equity

    (19,476)       (1,573)   (21,049)

Conversion of zero coupon convertible notes

    1      9      10 

Share-based payment arrangements

    5,588            5,588 

Distributions to non-controlling

                         
 

interests

            (66,681)   (66,681)

Investments in Affiliates

             58,697    58,697 

Other changes in non-controlling interests in partnerships

              (598) (598)

Net Income

        17,462    31,285  4,014  52,761 

Other comprehensive income

      25,392          25,392 
                  

March 31, 2010

 $458 $594,842 $71,350 $890,599 $(416,588)$303,674 $93,501 $1,537,836 
                  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Consolidated Financial Statements.



AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
 
 2008 2009 

Cash flow from operating activities:

       
 

Net Income

 $71,008 $23,240 

Adjustments to reconcile Net Income to net cash flow from operating activities:

       
 

Amortization of intangible assets

  8,350  8,094 
 

Amortization of issuance costs

  679  1,795 
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  2,774  3,239 
 

Deferred income tax provision

  5,192  11,962 
 

Accretion of interest

  2,167  3,431 
 

Income from equity method investments, net of amortization

  (13,988) (6,416)
 

Distributions received from equity method investments

  32,905  18,941 
 

Tax benefit from exercise of stock options

  673   
 

Stock option expense

  3,783  1,177 
 

Affiliate equity expense

  3,135  3,250 
 

Other adjustments

  (459) (1,212)

Changes in assets and liabilities:

       
 

Decrease in investment advisory fees receivable

  28,050  29,342 
 

(Increase) decrease in Affiliate investments in partnerships

  (6,584) 979 
 

Decrease in prepaids and other current assets

  19,996  257 
 

Decrease in other assets

  1,754  1,830 
 

Decrease in accounts payable, accrued liabilities and other long-term liabilities

  (109,617) (87,980)
      
  

Cash flow from operating activities

  49,818  11,929 
      

Cash flow used in investing activities:

       
 

Cost of investments in new Affiliates, net of cash acquired

  (10,909)  
 

Purchase of fixed assets

  (2,548) (552)
 

Purchase of investment securities

  (14,443) (8,836)
 

Sale of investment securities

  5,550  5,720 
      
  

Cash flow used in investing activities

  (22,350) (3,668)
      

Cash flow used in financing activities:

       
 

Borrowings of senior bank debt

  177,000   
 

Repayments of senior bank debt

  (121,000) (233,514)
 

Settlement of convertible securities

  (208,730)  
 

Issuance of common stock

  213,777   
 

Repurchase of common stock

  (10,502)  
 

Issuance costs

  (939) (921)
 

Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options

  2,886   
 

Settlement of forward equity sale agreement

    144,258 
 

Note payments

  878  (1,547)
 

Distributions to non-controlling interests

  (112,579) (57,857)
 

Repurchases of Affiliate equity

  (32,438) (16,385)
 

Subscriptions (redemptions) of non-controlling interests in partnerships

  3,652  (979)
      
  

Cash flow used in financing activities

  (87,995) (166,945)
      

Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

  (199) (456)

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

  (60,726) (159,140)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

  222,954  396,431 
      

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

 $162,228 $237,291 
      

Supplemental disclosure of non-cash financing activities:

       
 

Stock issued for conversion of floating rate senior convertible securities

 $299,970 $ 
 

Stock issued for settlement of mandatory convertible securities

  93,750   
 

Notes received for Affiliate equity sales

  10,455  3,467 
 

Payables recorded for Affiliate equity purchases

  2,368   

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2009 2010 

Cash flow from operating activities:

       
 

Net Income

 $23,240 $52,761 

Adjustments to reconcile Net Income to net cash flow from operating activities:

       
 

Amortization of intangible assets

  8,094  8,937 
 

Amortization of issuance costs

  1,795  1,847 
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  3,239  3,026 
 

Deferred income tax provision

  11,962  8,658 
 

Accretion of interest

  3,431  3,778 
 

Income from equity method investments, net of amortization

  (6,416) (9,147)
 

Distributions received from equity method investments

  18,941  23,187 
 

Tax benefit from exercise of stock options

    274 
 

Stock option expense

  1,177  3,644 
 

Affiliate equity expense

  3,250  3,368 
 

Other adjustments

  2,550  (3,975)

Changes in assets and liabilities:

       
 

(Increase) decrease in investment advisory fees receivable

  29,342  (938)
 

Decrease in investments in partnerships

  979  283 
 

Decrease in prepaids and other current assets

  257  10,729 
 

Increase in unsettled fund shares receivable

    (98,711)
 

(Increase) decrease in other assets

  1,830  (11,112)
 

Decrease in accounts payable, accrued liabilities and other long-term liabilities

  (87,980) (36,942)
 

Increase in unsettled fund shares payable

    108,354 
      
  

Cash flow from operating activities

  15,691  68,021 
      

Cash flow used in investing activities:

       
 

Investments in Affiliates

    (127,668)
 

Purchase of fixed assets

  (552) (1,105)
 

Purchase of investment securities

  (8,836) (14,919)
 

Sale of investment securities

  5,720  11,784 
      
  

Cash flow used in investing activities

  (3,668) (131,908)
      

Cash flow from (used in) financing activities:

       
 

Borrowings of senior bank debt

    235,000 
 

Repayments of senior bank debt

  (233,514) (65,000)
 

Issuance of common stock

    2,455 
 

Issuance costs

  (921) (82)
 

Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options

    361 
 

Settlement of forward equity sale agreement

  144,258   
 

Note payments

  (1,547) (25,371)
 

Distributions to non-controlling interests

  (61,619) (36,913)
 

Affiliate equity issuances and repurchases

  (16,385) (102,639)
 

Redemptions of non-controlling interests in partnerships

  (979) (284)
      
  

Cash flow from (used in) financing activities

  (170,707) 7,527 
      

Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

  (456) 624 

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

  (159,140) (55,736)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

  396,431  259,487 
      

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

 $237,291 $203,751 
      

Supplemental disclosure of non-cash financing activities:

       
 

Notes received for Affiliate equity sales

 $3,467 $5,749 
 

Payables recorded for Affiliate equity purchases

    15,284 
 

Payables recorded under contingent payment arrangements

    48,967 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Consolidated Financial Statements.



AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. Basis of Presentation

        The consolidated financial statements of Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. ("Company"AMG" or "AMG"the "Company") have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Rule 10-01 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for complete financial statements. The year-end condensed balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all of the disclosures required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. In the opinion of management, all adjustments considered necessary for a fair statement of the results have been included. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated. All dollar amounts in these notes (except information that is presented on a per share, per security, per note or per contract basis) are stated in thousands, unless otherwise indicated. Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior period's financial statements to conform to the current period's presentation. Operating results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any other period or for the full year. The Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K as(as amended, (thethe "Annual Report on Form 10-K") for the fiscal year ended December 31, 20082009 includes additional information about AMG, its operations, its financial position and its accounting policies, and should be read in conjunction with this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.

        See Note 2, "Recently Adopted Accounting Standards," for information on accounting standards adopted in the first quarter of 2009.

2. Recently Adopted Accounting Standards

        In the first quarter of 2009, the Company adopted several accounting standards that were retrospectively applied to prior periods, including

        APB 14-1 requires the Company to bifurcate certain of its convertible debt securities into their theoretical debt and equity components. The Company accretes (as interest expense) the debt components to their principal amounts over the expected life of the debt. As a result of APB 14-1, the Company has reported incremental non-cash interest of approximately $1,624 and $3,372 for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and 2009, respectively.

        FAS 141R requires the Company to expense acquisition-related professional fees. The Company retrospectively applied FAS 141R to acquisition-related professional fees that were deferred as of December 31, 2008, and, accordingly, the Company's 2008 net income was reduced by $5,902 ($532 attributable to the three months ended March 31, 2008). The other provisions of FAS 141R will be applied to future acquisitions.



AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued)

        FAS 160 requires the Company to change the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow presentation of non-controlling interests (previously known as minority interests). Net income (non-controlling interest), which was previously reported as Minority interest (and reduced net income) in the Company's Consolidated Statements of Income, is now included in Net income. The accumulated capital of non-controlling interests, which was previously reported as Minority interest on the Company's Consolidated Balance Sheets, is now reported in Equity. Payments to non-controlling interests, profit distributions and repurchases of Affiliate equity, are now classified as financing activities on the Statements of Cash Flows (previously reported as operating and investing activities, respectively).

        Topic D-98 provides guidance on the reporting of equity securities that are subject to mandatory redemption requirements or whose redemption is outside the control of the issuer. Topic D-98 requires the Company to present the redemption value of its Affiliate equity on its Consolidated Balance Sheets (referred to as "Redeemable non-controlling interests"). Adjustments to Redeemable non-controlling interests are recorded to stockholders' equity.

        The Company adopted several other accounting standards that became effective in the first quarter of 2009 (as more fully described in its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K), none of which had a material impact on its results of operations or financial position.

3. Senior Bank Debt

        On November 27,In the fourth quarter of 2007, the Company entered into an amended and restated senior credit facility (the "Facility"). During the third quarter of 2008, the Company increased its borrowing capacity to $1,010,000, comprised of a $770,000 revolving credit facility (the "Revolver") and a $240,000 term loan (the "Term Loan"). All other terms of the Facility remain unchanged. In the first quarter of 2009, the Company repaid the outstanding balance of the Term Loan ($233,514); the capacity under the Revolver remains at $770,000. The Company pays interest on theseany outstanding obligations at specified rates (based either on the Eurodollar rate or the prime rate as in effect from time to time) that vary depending on the Company's credit rating. Subject to the agreement of lenders to provide additional commitments, the Company has the option to increase the Facility by up to an additional $175,000.

        The FacilityRevolver, which will mature in February 2012, and contains financial covenants with respect to leverage and interest coverage. The Facility also contains customary affirmative and negative covenants, including limitations on indebtedness, liens, cash dividends and fundamental corporate changes. Borrowings under the Facility are collateralized by pledges of the substantial majority of capital stock or other equity interests owned by the Company. TheAt March 31, 2010, the Company had $170,000 of outstanding borrowings under the FacilityRevolver.

3. Senior Convertible Securities

        The carrying values of $233,514 at December 31, 2008 and no outstanding borrowings at March 31, 2009.the senior convertible securities are as follows:

 
 December 31, 2009 March 31, 2010 
 
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 

2008 senior convertible notes

 $409,594 $460,000 $412,725 $460,000 

Zero coupon senior convertible notes

  47,382  50,135  47,412  50,125 
          

Total senior convertible securities

 $456,976 $510,135 $460,137 $510,125 
          


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4. Senior Convertible Securities

        Following the Company's adoption of APB 14-1, the carrying values of the senior convertible securities are as follows:

 
 December 31, 2008 March 31, 2009 
 
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 

2008 senior convertible notes

 $398,389 $460,000 $401,190 $460,000 

Zero coupon senior convertible notes

  47,146  50,135  47,205  50,135 
          

Total senior convertible securities

 $445,535 $510,135 $448,395 $510,135 
          

2008 Senior Convertible Notes

        In August 2008, the Company issued $460,000 of senior convertible notes due 2038 ("2008 senior convertible notes"). The 2008 senior convertible notes bear interest at 3.95%, payable semi-annually in cash. In accordance with APB 14-1, theThe Company is accreting the carrying value to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of 7.37%7.4% (over its expected life of five years), resulting in incremental interest expense for 2009 of approximately $11,205.. Each security is convertible into 7.959 shares of the Company's common stock (at an initial conversion price of $125.65) upon the occurrence of certain events.events, as follows: (i) during any fiscal quarter, if the closing price of the Company's common stock, as measured over a specified time period during the preceding fiscal quarter, is equal to or greater than 130% of the conversion price of the notes on the last day of such preceding fiscal quarter; (ii) during a certain window of time, if the trading price per $1,000 principal amount of the notes for each day during a specified period is less than 98% of the product of the last reported sale price of the Company's common stock and the conversion rate of the notes on such day; (iii) upon the occurrence of specified corporate transactions; (iv) after the notes have been called for redemption; and (v) anytime after February 15, 2038. Upon conversion, the Company may elect to pay orcash, deliver cash, shares of its common stock, or somea combination thereof. The holders of the 2008 senior convertible notes may require the Company to repurchase the notes in August of 2013, 2018, 2023, 2028 and 2033. The Company may redeem the notes for cash (subject to the holders' right to convert) at any time on or after August 15, 2013.

        The 2008 senior convertible notes are considered contingent payment debt instruments under federal income tax regulations. These regulations require the Company to deduct interest in an amount greater than its reported interest expense, which will result in annual deferred tax liabilities of approximately $10,200.$11,200. These deferred tax liabilities will be reclassified directly to stockholders' equity if the Company's common stock is trading above certain thresholds at the time of the conversion of the notes.

Zero Coupon Senior Convertible Notes

        In 2001, the Company issued $251,000 principal amount at maturity of zero coupon senior convertible notes due 2021 ("zero coupon convertible notes"), with each note issued at 90.50% of such principal amount and accreting at a rate of 0.50% per year (the adoption of APB 14-1 did not affect these securities).year. As of March 31, 2009, $50,1352010, $50,125 principal amount at maturity remains outstanding. Each security is convertible into 17.429 shares of the Company's common stock (at a current base conversion price of $54.02)$54.28) upon the occurrence of certain events, including the following:as follows: (i) during any fiscal quarter, if the closing price of a share of the Company's common stock, as measured over a specified time period during the preceding fiscal quarter, is moregreater than a specified conversion price over certain periods (initially $62.36 and increasing incrementally at the end of each calendar quarter to $63.08 in April 2021); (ii) if the credit rating assigned by Standard & Poor's to the securities is below BB-; or (iii) if the Company calls the securities for redemption.redemption and (iv) upon the occurrence of specified corporate transactions. The holders may require the Company to repurchase the securities at their accreted value in May 2011 and 2016. If the holders exercise this option in the future, the Company may elect to repurchase the securities with cash, shares of its common stock or somea combination thereof. The Company has the option to redeem the securities for cash at their accreted value. UnderSubject to changes in the termsprice of the indenture governingCompany's common stock, the zero coupon convertible notes a holder may convert such security into common stock by following the conversion proceduresnot be convertible in certain future periods.



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the indenture. Subject to changes in the price of the Company's common stock, the zero coupon convertible notes may be convertible in certain future periods.

5.4. Junior Convertible Trust Preferred Securities

        Following the Company's adoption of APB 14-1, theThe carrying values of the junior convertible trust preferred securities are as follows:

 
 December 31, 2008 March 31, 2009 
 
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 

2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities

 $211,429 $300,000 $211,677 $300,000 

2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities

  293,605  430,820  293,928  430,820 
          

Total junior convertible securities

 $505,034 $730,820 $505,605 $730,820 
          

 
 December 31, 2009 March 31, 2010 
 
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 Carrying
Value
 Principal amount
at maturity
 

2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities

 $212,466 $300,000 $212,734 $300,000 

2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities

  294,892  430,820  295,231  430,820 
          

Total junior convertible securities

 $507,358 $730,820 $507,965 $730,820 
          

        In 2006, the Company issued $300,000 of junior subordinated convertible debentures due 2036 to a wholly-owned trust simultaneous with the issuance, by the trust, of $291,000 of convertible trust preferred securities to investors. The junior subordinated convertible debentures and convertible trust preferred securities (together, the "2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities") have substantially the same terms.

        The 2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities bear interest at a rate of 5.1% per annum, payable quarterly in cash. In accordance with APB 14-1, theThe Company is accreting the carrying value to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of 7.496%7.5% (over its expected life of 30 years). The incremental interest expense for 2009 is expected to be $1,036. Each $50 security is convertible, at any time, into 0.333 shares of the Company's common stock, which represents a conversion price of $150 per share (or a 48% premium to the then prevailing share price of $101.45). Upon conversion, investorsholders will receive cash or shares of the Company's common stock (or a combination of cash and common stock) at the election of the Company. The 2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities may not be redeemed by the Company prior to April 15, 2011. On or after April 15, 2011, they may be redeemed if the closing price of the Company's common stock exceeds $195 per share for a specified period of time. The trust's only assets are the junior convertible subordinated debentures. To the extent that the trust has available funds, the Company is obligated to ensure that holders of the 2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities receive all payments due from the trust.

        In October 2007, the Company issued an additional $500,000 of junior subordinated convertible debentures which are due 2037 to a wholly-owned trust simultaneous with the issuance, by the trust, of $500,000 of convertible trust preferred securities to investors. The junior subordinated convertible debentures and convertible trust preferred securities (together, the "2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities") have substantially the same terms. In the fourth quarter of 2008, the Company repurchased $69,180 aggregate principal amount of the 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities. Following this repurchase, these securities were cancelled and retired.

        The 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities bear interest at 5.15% per annum, payable quarterly in cash. In accordance with APB 14-1, theThe Company is accreting the discounted amount to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of 8.0% (over its expected life of 30 years). The incremental interest expense for 2009 is expected to be $1,341. Each $50 security is convertible, at any



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time, into 0.25 shares of the Company's common stock, which represents a conversion price of $200 per share (or a 53% premium to the then prevailing share price of $130.77). Upon conversion, investorsholders will receive cash or shares of the Company's common stock (or a combination of cash and common stock) at the election of the Company. The 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities may not be redeemed by the Company prior to October 15, 2012. On or after October 15, 2012, they may be redeemed if the closing price of the Company's common stock exceeds $260 per share for a specified period of time. The trust's only assets are the 2007 junior convertible subordinated debentures. To the extent that the trust has available funds, the Company is obligated to ensure that holders of the 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities receive all payments due from the trust.



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        The 2006 and 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities are considered contingent payment debt instruments under federal income tax regulations. These regulations require the Company to deduct interest in an amount greater than its reported interest expense, which will result in annual deferred tax liabilities of approximately $8,800.$9,500. These deferred tax liabilities will be reclassified directly to stockholders' equity if the Company's common stock is trading above certain thresholds at the time of the conversion of the notes.

6.5. Forward Equity Sale AgreementAgreements

        In 2008, theThe Company has entered into athree forward equity sale agreementagreements with a major securities firmfirms to sell up to $200,000shares of its common stock. Instock (up to $200,000 under each agreement). Under the first quarterterms of 2009,these agreements, the Company received proceedscan settle forward sales at any time prior to December 31, 2010 by issuing shares in exchange for cash or, at the Company's option, by settling on a net stock or cash basis. As of $144,258 forMarch 31, 2010, the saleCompany has $349,330 of 1.8 million sharesforward sales that remain unsettled at a weighted average price of $81.31. The Company can settle$57.54.

        A summary of the remaining 1.2 million shares sold under this agreement at any time prior to March 31, 2010. In May 2009, the Company entered into a newCompany's forward equity sale agreement under which it may sell up to $200,000 of its common stock to a major securities firm, with the timing of sales at its discretion.agreements is as follows:

Agreement
 Amount
Sold
 Amount
Settled
 Amount Unsettled(1) 

May 2008

 $200,000 $147,170 $52,830 

May 2009

  200,000    200,000 

July 2009

  96,500    96,500 
        

 $496,500 $147,170 $349,330 
        

(1)
Before transaction costs.

7.6. Income Taxes

        The Company's consolidated income taxes represent taxes on Net Income (controlling interest) as net income attributable to non-controlling interests is not taxed at the corporate level. The effective tax rate on Net Income (controlling interest) was 37% and 39% for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and March 31, 2009, respectively.        A summary of the provision for income taxes is as follows:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2008 2009 

Current:

       
 

Federal

 $7,470 $(9,985)
 

State

  1,189  363 
 

Foreign

  4,486  1,577 
      
 

Total Current

  13,145  (8,045)
      

Deferred:

       
 

Federal

 $5,772 $11,008 
 

State

  330  1,258 
 

Foreign

  (910) (304)
      
 

Total Deferred

  5,192  11,962 
      

Provision for Income Taxes

 $18,337 $3,917 
      

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2009 2010 

Current:

       
 

Federal

 $(9,985)$(748)
 

State

  363  368 
 

Foreign

  1,577  2,887 
      

Total Current

  (8,045) 2,507 
      

Deferred:

       
 

Federal

 $11,008 $7,877 
 

State

  1,258  1,273 
 

Foreign

  (304) (492)
      

Total Deferred

  11,962  8,658 
      

Provision for Income Taxes

 $3,917 $11,165 
      

Effective Tax Rate(1)

  39.0% 39.0%
      

(1)
Calculated by dividing the Provision for Income Taxes by Income before taxes, excluding income attributable to non-controlling interests.


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        The components of deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:

 
 December 31,
2008
 March 31,
2009
 

Deferred assets (liabilities):

       
 

Intangible asset amortization

 $(185,376)$(195,341)
 

Convertible securities interest

  (124,805) (128,349)
 

Non-deductible intangible amortization

  (18,277) (17,747)
 

State net operating loss carryforwards

  31,259  31,791 
 

Deferred compensation

  4,643  5,348 
 

Fixed asset depreciation

  (3,626) (3,595)
 

Accrued expenses

  4,739  4,588 
 

Capital loss carryforwards

  922  922 
 

Deferred income

  3,211  3,167 
      

  (287,310) (299,216)

Valuation allowance

  (32,181) (32,713)
      

Net deferred income taxes

 $(319,491)$(331,929)
      

 
 December 31,
2009
 March 31,
2010
 

Deferred Tax Assets

       
 

State net operating loss carryforwards

 $28,694 $28,721 
 

Foreign tax credit carryforwards

  9,442  12,329 
 

Capital loss carryforwards

  1,808  1,472 
 

Other

  14,297  12,495 
      

Total deferred tax assets

  54,241  55,017 

Valuation allowance

  (25,294) (25,364)
      

Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance

 $28,947 $29,653 
      

Deferred Tax Liabilities

       
 

Intangible asset amortization

 $(188,872)$(184,024)
 

Convertible securities interest

  (139,279) (142,898)
 

Non-deductible intangible amortization

  (19,745) (87,291)
 

Other

  (3,722) (8,703)
      

Total deferred tax liabilities

  (351,618) (422,916)
      
 

Net deferred tax liability

 $(322,671)$(393,263)
      

        Deferred tax liabilities are primarily the result of tax deductions for the Company's intangible assets and convertible securities. The Company amortizes most of its intangible assets for tax purposes only, reducing its tax basis below its carrying value for financial statement purposes and generating deferred taxes each reporting period. In connection with the adoption of APB 14-1, the Company recorded approximately $110,000 of deferred tax liabilities related to convertible securities interest to account for the future deferred tax impact of non-cash interest accretion. The Company's junior convertible trust preferred securities and 2008 senior convertible notes also generate deferred taxes because the Company's tax deductions are higher than the interest expense recorded for financial statement purposes.

        In March 2010, in connection with the closing of the investment in Artemis (discussed in Note 16 below), the Company recorded a deferred tax liability of approximately $67,000 for the tax effect of acquiring intangible assets that are not deductible for tax purposes in the United Kingdom.

At March 31, 2009,2010, the Company hadhas state net operating loss carryforwards that expire over a 15-year period beginning in 2008.2010. The Company also has foreign tax credit carryforwards that expire over a 10-year period beginning in 2010. The valuation allowances at December 31, 20082009 and March 31, 2009 are2010 were principally related to the uncertainty of the realization of the foreign tax credits and the state net operating loss carryforwards, which realization depends upon the Company's generation of sufficient taxable income prior to their expiration.

        At March 31, 2009,2010, the Company's liability for uncertain tax positions was $21,363,$22,249, including interest and related charges of $4,253.$4,165. The Company does not anticipate that this liability will change significantly over the next twelve months.

8.7. Earnings Per Share

        The calculation of basic earnings per share is based on the weighted average number of shares of the Company's common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share is similar to basic earnings per share, but adjusts for the dilutive effect of the potential issuance of incremental shares of the Company's common stock. The following is a reconciliation of the numerator and denominator used in the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share available to common



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denominator used in the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share available to common stockholders. Unlike all other dollar amounts in these Notes, the amounts in the numerator reconciliation are not presented in thousands.

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2008 2009 

Numerator:

       

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $31,223,000 $6,125,000 

Interest expense on convertible securities, net of taxes

  1,994,000  36,000 
      

Net Income (controlling interest), as adjusted

 $33,217,000 $6,161,000 
      

Denominator:

       

Average shares outstanding—basic

  34,470,123  40,022,423 

Effect of dilutive instruments:

       
 

Stock options

  1,717,269  185,904 
 

Senior convertible securities

  4,250,666  873,803 
 

Mandatory convertible securities

  383,591   
      

Average shares outstanding—diluted

  40,821,649  41,082,130 
      

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2009 2010 

Numerator:

       

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $6,125,000 $17,462,000 

Interest expense on convertible securities, net of taxes

  36,000  24,000 
      

Net Income (controlling interest), as adjusted

 $6,161,000 $17,486,000 
      

Denominator:

       

Average shares outstanding—basic

  40,022,423  42,360,311 

Effect of dilutive instruments:

       
 

Stock options

  185,904  917,575 
 

Forward sale

    1,270,201 
 

Senior convertible securities

  873,803  873,629 
      

Average shares outstanding—diluted

  41,082,130  45,421,716 
      

        As more fully discussed in Notes 43 and 5,4, the Company had certain convertible securities outstanding during the periods presented and is required to apply the if-converted method to these securities in its calculation of diluted earnings per share. Under the if-converted method, shares that are issuable upon conversion are deemed outstanding, regardless of whether the securities are contractually convertible into the Company's common stock at that time. For this calculation, the interest expense (net of tax) attributable to these dilutive securities is added back to Net Income (controlling interest) (reflectingreflecting the assumption that the securities have been converted).converted. Issuable shares for these securities and related interest expense are excluded from the calculation if an assumed conversion would be anti-dilutive to diluted earnings per share.

        The calculation of diluted earnings per share for the three months ended March 31, 2009 and 2010 excludes the potential exercise of options to purchase approximately 4.2 million and 1.3 million common shares, and the assumed conversion of the junior convertible trust preferred securities and the 2008 senior convertible notesrespectively, because the effect would be anti-dilutive.

        As discussed further in Note 18, the Company may settle portions of its Affiliate equity purchases in shares of its common stock. Because it is the Company's intent to settle these potential repurchases in cash, the calculation of diluted earnings per share excludes any potential dilutive effect from possible share settlements.

9.8. Commitments and Contingencies

        The Company and its Affiliates are subject to claims, legal proceedings and other contingencies in the ordinary course of their business activities. Each of these matters is subject to various uncertainties, and it is possible that some of these matters may be resolved in a manner unfavorable to the Company or its Affiliates. The Company and its Affiliates establish accruals for matters for which the outcome is probable and can be reasonably estimated. Management believes that any liability in excess of these accruals upon the ultimate resolution of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of the Company.



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        Certain Affiliates operate under regulatory authorities which require that they maintain minimum financial or capital requirements. Management is not aware of any violations of such financial requirements occurring during the period.



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10. Affiliate9. Investments in Partnerships

        The activity in the Affiliate investments in consolidated partnerships was as follows for the three months ended March 31, 2010:

December 31, 2009

 $93,809 
 

Gross subscriptions

  1 
 

Gross redemptions

  (284)
 

Investment income

  4,091 
 

Other

  (313)
    

March 31, 2010

 $97,304 
    

        Purchases and sales of investments (principally equity securities) were $73,160 and gross client subscriptions and redemptions relating to Affiliate investments in partnerships were as follows:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2008 2009 

Purchase of investments

 $110,287 $116,983 

Sale of investments

  103,703  117,962 

Gross subscriptions

  4,024   

Gross redemptions

  372  979 

        Management fees earned by the Company on partnership assets were $341 and $162$73,443, respectively, for the three months ended March 31, 20082010.

        Management fees earned from these partnerships were $162 and $242 for the three months ended March 31, 2009 and 2010, respectively.

        As of December 31, 20082009 and March 31, 2009,2010, the Company'sAffiliates' investments in partnerships that are not controlled by its Affiliatesconsolidated were $10,221$17,631 and $18,043,$22,894, respectively. These assets are reported within "Other assets" in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The income or loss related to these investments is classified within "Investment and other (income) loss" in the consolidated statementConsolidated Statements of income.Income.

11. Affiliate10. Investments in Marketable Securities

        The cost of Affiliate investments in marketable securities, gross unrealized gains and losses were as follows:

 
 December 31,
2008
 March 31,
2009
 

Cost of Affiliate investments in marketable securities

 $14,984 $15,713 

Gross unrealized gains

  36  22 

Gross unrealized losses

  (4,621) (2,925)

 
 December 31,
2009
 March 31,
2010
 

Cost of investments in marketable securities

 $50,631 $53,342 

Gross unrealized gains

  6,108  27,570 

Gross unrealized losses

  (49) (98)

11. Unsettled Fund Share Receivables and Payables

        Unsettled fund share receivables and payables are created by the normal settlement periods on transactions initiated by certain clients of Affiliate funds domiciled in the United Kingdom. The gross presentation of the receivable ($154,740) and substantially offsetting payable ($159,039) reflects the legal relationship between the underlying investor and the Company.

12. Fair Value Measurements

        Effective January 1, 2008,The Company determines the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 157, "Fair Value Measurements" ("FAS 157"), for all financial instruments and nonfinancial instruments that are measured at fair value on a quarterly basis. The Company adopted the provisions of FAS 157 forcertain investment securities and other financial and nonfinancial assets and nonfinancial liabilities, which were previously deferred by FSP FAS 157-2, on January 1, 2009. FAS 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and requires expanded disclosure about fair value measurements.liabilities. Fair value is determined based on the price that would be received



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for an asset or paid to transfer a liability in the most advantageous market, utilizing a hierarchy of three different valuation techniques:



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        The following table summarizes the Company's financial assets (principally equity securities) and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a quarterly basis. The Company did not have any nonfinancial assets or nonfinancial liabilities which required remeasurement during

 
  
 Fair Value Measurements 
 
 December 31,
2009
 
 
 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 

Financial Assets

             

Investments in partnerships

 $93,809 $89,768 $32 $4,009 

Investments in marketable securities

  56,690  54,480  2,210   

Financial Liabilities

             

Contingent payment obligations

 $27,074 $ $ $27,074 


 
  
 Fair Value Measurements 
 
 March 31,
2010
 
 
 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 

Financial Assets

             

Investments in partnerships

 $97,304 $90,527 $6,477 $300 

Investments in marketable securities

  80,814  78,527  2,287   

Financial Liabilities

             

Contingent payment obligations

 $49,105 $ $ $49,105 

        During the three months ended March 31, 2009.

 
  
 Fair Value Measurements 
 
 March 31,
2009
 
Financial Assets
 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 

Affiliate investments in partnerships

 $63,324 $59,124 $15 $4,185 

Affiliate investments in marketable securities

  12,810  10,249  2,561   

        Substantially all2010, there were no significant transfers of the Company'sfinancial assets between Level 1 and Level 2; financial assets valued at $3,709 transferred from Level 3 to Level 2. The fair value of Level 2 assets was determined using quoted prices for similar instruments consistin active markets. The fair value of Affiliate investments in partnerships. ChangesLevel 3 assets and liabilities were determined using an income approach with assumptions made about future cash flows and discount rates.

        Any change in the fair value of these investments arein partnerships is presented as "Net"Investment (income) loss (non-controlling interestsfrom investments in partnerships)"partnerships" in the consolidated statementsConsolidated Statements of income.Income. However, the portion of this income or loss that is attributable to investors that are unrelated to the Company, if any, is



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reported as "Income attributable to non-controlling"Net (income) loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships.partnerships)." The following table presents the changes in Level 3 assets orand liabilities for the three months ended March 31, 2009:2009 and 2010:

 
 Three Months Ended
March 31, 2009
 

Balance, beginning of period

 $4,185 

Realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income

   

Realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income

   

Purchases, issuances and settlements

   

Transfers in and/or out of Level 3

   
    

Balance, March 31, 2009

 $4,185 
    

Amount of total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to unrealized gains (losses) from assets still held at March 31, 2009

 $ 

 
 Financial Assets Financial Liabilities 
 
 Three Months
Ended
March 31, 2009
 Three Months
Ended
March 31, 2010
 Three Months
Ended
March 31, 2009
 Three Months
Ended
March 31, 2010
 

Balance, beginning of period

 $4,185 $4,009 $ $27,074 

Realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income

         

Realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income

         

Purchases or increases

        49,105 

Settlements

        (27,074)

Transfers in and/or out of Level 3

    (3,709)    
          

Balance, end of period

 $4,185 $300 $ $49,105 
          

Amount of total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to unrealized gains (losses) from assets still held at end of period

 $ $2 $ $ 

Amount of total gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income

 $ $ $ $ 

        The carrying amount of the Company's cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments approximates fair value because of the short-term nature of these instruments. The carrying value of notes receivable approximates fair value because interest rates and other terms are at market rates. The carrying value of notes payable approximates fair value principally because of the short-term nature of the notes. The carrying value of senior bank debt approximates fair value because the debt is a credit facility with variable interest based on selected short-term rates. The fair market value of the zero coupon senior convertible notes, the 2008 senior convertible notes, and the 2006 and 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities at March 31, 2010 was $69,769, $456,550 and $542,697, respectively.

13. Related Party Transactions

        The Company periodically records amounts receivable and payable to Affiliate partners in connection with the transfer of Affiliate equity interests. As of December 31, 20082009 and March 31, 2009,2010, the total receivable (reported in "Other assets") was $42,808$45,253 and $37,161,$41,114, respectively. The total payable as of December 31, 20082009 was $28,241,$109,888, of which $26,187$109,888 is included in current liabilities. The total payable as of March 31, 20092010 was $10,930,$18,314, of which $10,153$18,314 is included in current liabilities.

        In certain cases, Affiliate management owners and Company officers may serve as trustees or directors of certain mutual funds from which the Affiliate earns advisory fee revenue.



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14. Stock Option and Incentive Plans

        The following table summarizes the transactions of the Company's stock option and incentive plans for the three months ended March 31, 2009:2010:

 
 Stock
Options
 Weighted
Average
Exercise Price
 Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (years)
 

Unexercised options outstanding—January 1, 2009

  5,250,137 $48.38  4.5 
 

Options granted

  18,587  37.37    
 

Options exercised

        
 

Options expired

  (22,500) 45.67    
 

Options forfeited

  (1,584) 108.82    
          

Unexercised options outstanding—March 31, 2009

  5,244,640  48.34  4.3 
          

Exercisable at March 31, 2009

  4,081,728  46.51  4.1 

Exercisable and free from restrictions on transfer at March 31, 2009

  3,737,897  44.82  3.4 

 
 Stock Options Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price
 Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (years)
 

Unexercised options outstanding—
January 1, 2010

  5,166,344 $54.29    
 

Options granted

  3,125  71.13    
 

Options exercised

  (63,233) 41.99    
 

Options forfeited

  (2,854) 44.57    
          

Unexercised options outstanding—
March 31, 2010

  5,103,382  54.45  4.5 
          

Exercisable at March 31, 2010

  3,237,416  51.58  4.2 

        In addition, under the Company's Long-Term Executive Incentive and Deferred Compensation Plans, the Company granted awards during 2009. Consistent with the Company's retention and incentive objectives, including the belief that long-term equity compensation is an effective and appropriate retention tool, the awards will be earned only if specified future performance goals are obtained, and are also subject to vesting and forfeiture provisions.

        The Company's Net Income (controlling interest) for the three months ended March 31, 20092010 includes compensation expense of $718$2,241 (net of income tax benefits of $459$1,403 related to the Company's share-based compensation arrangements). As of March 31, 2009,2010, the deferred compensation expense related to stock optionsshare-based compensation arrangements was $15,233$43,781 which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of approximately threefour years (assuming no forfeitures). As of March 31, 2009, 1.82010, 0.8 million options have expiration dates prior to the end of 2010.

15. Derivatives

        During the first quarter of 2008, the Company entered into a series of treasury rate lock contracts with a notional value of $250,000. Each contract was designated and qualified as a cash flow hedge under FAS No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities." These contracts were settled in the second quarter of 2008, and the Company received $8,154. During the fourth quarter of 2008, the Company concluded that it was probable that the hedged transaction would not occur and the gain was reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income to Net Income (controlling interest).

16. Segment Information

        Financial Accounting Standard No. 131, "Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information" ("FAS 131"), establishes disclosure requirements relating to operating segments in annual and interim financial statements. Management has assessed the requirements of FAS 131 and determined that the Company operates in three business segments representing the Company's three principal distribution channels: Mutual Fund, Institutional and High Net Worth, each of which has different client relationships.

        Revenue in the Mutual Fund distribution channel is earned from advisory and sub-advisory relationships with all domestically-registered investment products as well as non-institutional investment products that are registered abroad. Revenue in the Institutional distribution channel is earned from relationships with foundations and endowments, defined benefit and defined contribution plans and



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Taft-Hartley plans. Revenue in the High Net Worth distribution channel is earned from relationships with wealthy individuals, family trusts and managed account programs.

        Revenue earned from client relationships managed by Affiliates accounted for under the equity method is not consolidated with the Company's reported revenue but instead is included (net of operating expenses, including amortization) in "Income from equity method investments," and reported in the distribution channel in which the Affiliate operates. Income tax attributable to the profits of the Company's equity-method Affiliates is reported within the Company's consolidated income tax provision.



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        In firms with revenue sharing arrangements, a certain percentage of revenue is allocated for use by management of an Affiliate in paying operating expenses of that Affiliate, including salaries and bonuses, and is called an "Operating Allocation." In reporting segment operating expenses, Affiliate expenses are allocated to a particular segment on a pro rata basis with respect to the revenue generated by that Affiliate in such segment. Generally, as revenue increases, additional compensation is typically paid to Affiliate management partners from the Operating Allocation. As a result, the contractual expense allocation pursuant to a revenue sharing arrangement may result in the characterization of any growth in profit margin beyond the Company's Owners' Allocation as an operating expense. All other operating expenses (excluding intangible amortization) and interest expense have been allocated to segments based on the proportion of cash flow distributions reported by Affiliates in each segment.

Statements of Income

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2008 
 
 Mutual Fund Institutional High Net Worth Total 

Revenue

 $134,863 $160,078 $40,093 $335,034 

Operating expenses:

             
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  2,883  6,276  1,965  11,124 
 

Other operating expenses

  84,513  100,493  24,337  209,343 
          

  87,396  106,769  26,302  220,467 
          

Operating income

  47,467  53,309  13,791  114,567 
          

Non-operating (income) and expenses:

             
 

Investment and other (income) loss

  1,856  454  (371) 1,939 
 

Income from equity method investments

  (434) (12,178) (1,376) (13,988)
 

Investment (income) loss from Affiliate investments in partnerships

  (5) 290  14,049  14,334 
 

Interest expense

  8,083  12,275  2,579  22,937 
          

  9,500  841  14,881  25,222 
          

Income before income taxes

  37,967  52,468  (1,090) 89,345 

Income taxes

  7,446  9,056  1,835  18,337 
          

Net income

 $30,521 $43,412 $(2,925)$71,008 
 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

  
(17,902

)
 
(28,292

)
 
(6,980

)
 
(53,174

)
 

Net loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  59  302  13,028  13,389 
          

Net Income (controlling interest)

  12,678  15,422  3,123  31,223 
          

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2009 
 
 Mutual Fund Institutional High Net Worth Total 

Revenue

 $68,338 $82,238 $27,899 $178,475 

Operating expenses:

             
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  1,078  7,424  2,831  11,333 
 

Other operating expenses

  45,140  57,662  19,615  122,417 
          

  46,218  65,086  22,446  133,750 
          

Operating income

  22,120  17,152  5,453  44,725 
          

Non-operating (income) and expenses:

             
 

Investment and other (income) loss

  625  (166) (218) 241 
 

Income from equity method investments

  (70) (6,111) (235) (6,416)
 

Investment (income) loss from Affiliate investments in partnerships

  (3) 69  3,729  3,795 
 

Interest expense

  6,049  11,097  2,802  19,948 
          

  6,601  4,889  6,078  17,568 
          

Income before income taxes

  15,519  12,263  (625) 27,157 

Income taxes

  2,956  793  168  3,917 
          

Net income

  12,563  11,470  (793) 23,240 
 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

  (7,936) (10,300) (2,642) (20,878)
 

Net (income) loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  (3) 69  3,697  3,763 
          

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $4,624 $1,239 $262 $6,125 
          


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 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2009 
 
 Mutual Fund Institutional High Net Worth Total 

Revenue

 $68,338 $82,238 $27,899 $178,475 

Operating expenses:

             
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  1,078  7,424  2,831  11,333 
 

Other operating expenses

  45,140  57,662  19,615  122,417 
          

  46,218  65,086  22,446  133,750 
          

Operating income

  22,120  17,152  5,453  44,725 
          

Non-operating (income) and expenses:

             
 

Investment and other (income) loss

  625  (166) (218) 241 
 

Income from equity method investments

  (70) (6,111) (235) (6,416)
 

Investment (income) loss from Affiliate investments in partnerships

  (3) 69  3,729  3,795 
 

Interest expense

  6,049  11,097  2,802  19,948 
          

  6,601  4,889  6,078  17,568 
          

Income before income taxes

  15,519  12,263  (625) 27,157 

Income taxes

  2,956  793  168  3,917 
          

Net income

 $12,563 $11,470 $(793)$23,240 
 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

  
(7,936

)
 
(10,300

)
 
(2,642

)
 
(20,878

)
 

Net loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  (3) 69  3,697  3,763 
          

Net Income (controlling interest)

  4,624  1,239  262  6,125 
          

Balance Sheet Information

             

Total assets as of December 31, 2008

 $983,008 $1,733,928 $495,764 $3,212,700 

Total assets as of March 31, 2009

  916,127  1,609,661  463,486  2,989,274 

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2010 
 
 Mutual Fund Institutional High Net Worth Total 

Revenue

 $97,925 $121,772 $31,324 $251,021 

Operating expenses:

             
 

Depreciation and other amortization

  2,237  7,451  2,275  11,963 
 

Other operating expenses

  67,366  83,399  20,576  171,341 
          

  69,603  90,850  22,851  183,304 
          

Operating income

  28,322  30,922  8,473  67,717 
          

Non-operating (income) and expenses:

             
 

Investment and other (income) loss

  (770) (1,341) (711) (2,822)
 

Income from equity method investments

  (360) (7,823) (964) (9,147)
 

Investment (income) loss from Affiliate investments in partnerships

  (52) (156) (3,883) (4,091)
 

Interest expense

  6,070  11,091  2,690  19,851 
          

  4,888  1,771  (2,868) 3,791 
          

Income before income taxes

  23,434  29,151  11,341  63,926 

Income taxes

  4,831  4,896  1,438  11,165 
          

Net income

  18,603  24,255  9,903  52,761 
 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

  (10,994) (16,443) (3,848) (31,285)
 

Net income (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  (52) (156) (3,806) (4,014)
          

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $7,557 $7,656 $2,249 $17,462 
          

Balance Sheet Information

             

Total assets as of December 31, 2009

 $1,182,940 $1,702,983 $504,983 $3,390,906 

Total assets as of March 31, 2010

  1,586,810  1,758,330  520,731  3,865,871 

17.16. Goodwill and Acquired Client Relationships

        The Company periodically acquires interests from, makes additional purchase payments to and transfers interests to Affiliate management partners. During the three month period ended March 31, 2010, the Company incurred $4,450 of acquisition-related costs which were recognized as selling, general and administrative expenses. The Company did not incur any such costs during the period ended March 31, 2009.

        The following table presents the change in goodwill during the three months ended March 31, 2009:2010:

 
 Mutual Fund Institutional High Net Worth Total 

Balance, as of December 31, 2008

 $463,421 $559,511 $220,651 $1,243,583 

Foreign currency translation

  (2,841) (2,255) (521) (5,617)
          

Balance, as of March 31, 2009

 $460,580 $557,256 $220,130 $1,237,966 
          

 
 Mutual Fund Institutional High Net Worth Total 

Balance, as of December 31, 2009

 $561,753 $602,962 $248,502 $1,413,217 

Goodwill acquired

  93,688  5,811  44  99,543 

Foreign currency translation

  634  4,605  3,223  8,462 
          

Balance, as of March 31, 2010

 $656,075 $613,378 $251,769 $1,521,222 
          


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        The following table reflects the components of intangible assets of the Company's Affiliates that are consolidated as of December 31, 20082009 and March 31, 2009:2010:

 
 December 31, 2008 March 31, 2009 
 
 Carrying
Amount
 Accumulated
Amortization
 Carrying
Amount
 Accumulated
Amortization
 

Amortized intangible assets:

             
 

Acquired client relationships

 $399,886 $176,261 $398,550 $184,355 

Non-amortized intangible assets:

             
 

Acquired client relationships-mutual fund management contracts

  267,783    267,783   
 

Goodwill

  1,243,583    1,237,966   

 
 December 31, 2009 March 31, 2010 
 
 Carrying
Amount
 Accumulated
Amortization
 Carrying
Amount
 Accumulated
Amortization
 

Amortized intangible assets:

             
 

Acquired client relationships

 $389,312 $168,538 $416,242 $177,475 

Non-amortized intangible assets:

             
 

Acquired client relationships-mutual fund management contracts

  350,799    564,483   
 

Goodwill

  1,413,217    1,521,222   

        For the Company's Affiliates that are consolidated, definite-lived acquired client relationships are amortized over their expected useful lives. As of March 31, 2009,2010, these relationships were being amortized over a weighted average life of approximately 10 years. The Company estimates that its consolidated annual amortization expense will be approximately $32,500$36,000 for the next five years, assuming no additional investments in new or existing Affiliates.

        The definite-lived acquired client relationships attributable to the Company's equity method investments are amortized over their expected useful lives. As of March 31, 2009,2010, these relationships were being amortized over approximately seven years. Amortization expense for these relationships was $7,906$8,063 for the three months ended March 31, 2009.2010. The Company estimates that the annual amortization expense attributable to its current equity-method Affiliates will be approximately $31,500$32,000 for the next five years.

18. Recent Accounting Developments

        In April 2009,        Consistent with the FASB issued FSP FAS 115-2Company's strategic objective to make investments in boutique investment management firms, in March 2010 the Company completed a majority investment in Artemis Investment Management Ltd ("Artemis"), a firm which specializes in active investment management for retail and FAS 124-2, "Recognition and Presentation of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments" (FSP FAS 115-2 and FAS 124-2). FSP FAS 115-2 and FAS 124-2 changesinstitutional investors in the method for determining whether an other-than-temporary impairment exists for debt securitiesU.K. as well as Europe and the amountMiddle East.

        The Company's purchase price allocation is provisional because the Company has not yet completed the valuation of the impairment. FSP FAS 115-2acquired client relationships, deferred income taxes, contingent payment obligations or the non-controlling interest. As a result, provisional amounts may be revised in future periods. The excess of the enterprise value over the net assets acquired was recorded as goodwill, of which 94% and FAS 124-2 is effective for periods ending after June 15, 2009. The implementation of this standard will not have a material impact on6% was attributed to the Company's consolidated results of operations or financial position.

        In April 2009, the FASB issued FSP FAS 107-1, APB 28-1, "Interim Disclosures About Fair Value of Financial Instruments" (FSP FAS 107-1Mutual Fund and APB 28-1). FSP FAS 107-1 and APB 28-1 requires fair value disclosures in financial statements to provide more timely information about the effects of current market conditions on financial instruments. FSP FAS 107-1 and APB 28-1 is effective for periods ending after June 15, 2009. The implementation of this standard will not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated results of operations or financial position.

        In April 2009, the FASB issued FSP FAS 157-4, "Determining Fair Value When the Volume and Level of Activity for the Asset or Liability Have Significantly Decreased and Identifying Transactions That Are Not Orderly" (FSP FAS 157-4). FSP FAS 157-4 amends FAS 157 and provides guidance for estimating fair value in accordance with FAS 157 when the volume and level of activity for the asset or liability have significantly decreased and also includes guidance on identifying circumstances that indicate a transaction is not orderly for fair value measurements. FSP FAS 157-4 is effective for periods ending after June 15, 2009. The Company did not early adopt this guidance and is currently evaluatingInstitutional segments,



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respectively. The goodwill and acquired client relationships are deductible for U.S. tax purposes over a 15 year life. The provisional allocation of the purchase price is as follows:

Consideration
  
 

Purchase price

 $157,838 

Contingent payment obligation

  24,973 
    

Purchase Price

 $182,811 
    

Acquired client relationships, net

 
$

238,666
 

Tangible assets, net

  42,261 

Deferred income taxes

  (66,826)

Non-controlling interests

  (130,833)

Goodwill

  99,543 
    

 $182,811 
    

        As part of this investment, the Company and the non-controlling interest are contingently liable to make payments of between zero and £105,000 in November of 2012 upon the achievement of specified revenue targets. The Company measured the provisional fair value of the contingent payment obligation using a financial model that included assumptions of expected market performance and net client cash flows. Based on these assumptions, the Company projects a contingent payment of $80,332 in 2012. As of March 31, 2010, the present value of this payment was $49,105 ($24,061 is attributable to the non-controlling interest). These amounts are reported in "Other long-term liabilities."

        Unaudited pro forma financial results are set forth below, giving consideration to the Artemis investment, as if such transactions occurred as of the beginning of 2009, assuming the revenue sharing arrangement had been in effect for the entire period and after making certain other pro forma adjustments.

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2009 2010 

Revenue

 $222,487 $292,380 

Net Income (controlling interest)

  9,351  19,753 

Earnings per share—basic

  0.23  0.47 

Earnings per share—diluted

  0.23  0.43 

        Artemis' contribution to the Company's revenue and earnings in the quarter ended March 31, 2010 was not material.

17. Recent Accounting Developments

        During the first quarter of 2010, the Company adopted a new standard that requires an enterprise to perform a qualitative analysis to determine whether its variable interests give it a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity ("VIE"). Under the standard, an enterprise has a controlling financial interest when it has (a) the power to direct the activities of a VIE that most significantly impact the entity's economic performance and (b) the obligation to absorb losses of the entity or the right to receive benefits from the entity that could potentially be significant to the VIE. An enterprise that holds a controlling financial interest is deemed to be the primary beneficiary and is



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required to consolidate the VIE. This new standard has been deferred for certain entities that utilize the specialized accounting guidance for investment companies or that have the attributes of investment companies. The adoption of the portions of this new FSP but doesstandard that were not believe that it willdeferred did not have a significantmaterial impact on the determination or reportingCompany's Consolidated Financial Statements.

        During the first quarter of its2010, the Company adopted a new standard that eliminated the concept of a qualifying special-purpose entity ("QSPE"), changed the requirements for derecognizing financial results.assets, and required additional disclosures to enhance information reported to users of financial statements by providing greater transparency about transfers of financial assets, including an entity's continuing involvement in and exposure to the risks related to transferred financial assets. The standard also clarified the requirements for isolation and limitations on portions of financial assets that are eligible for sale accounting. The adoption of this new standard did not have a material impact on the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements.

19.18. Affiliate Equity

        Many of the Company's operating agreements provide Affiliate managers a conditional right to require the Company to purchase their retained equity interests at certain intervals. Certain agreements also provide the Company a conditional right to require Affiliate managers to sell their retained equity interests to the Company upon their death, permanent incapacity or termination of employment and provide Affiliate managers a conditional right to require the Company to purchase such retained equity interests upon the occurrence of specified events. The purchase price of these conditional purchases are generally calculated based upon a multiple of the Affiliate's cash flow distributions, which is intended to represent fair value. Affiliate management partners are also permitted to sell their equity interests to other individuals or entities in certain cases, subject to the Company's approval or other restrictions.

        The Company may pay for Affiliate equity purchases in cash, shares of its common stock or other forms of consideration and in all cases can consent to the transfer of these interests to other individuals or entities. The Company's cumulative redemption obligation for these interests has been presented as "Redeemable non-controlling interests" on the Company's Consolidated Balance Sheets. Changes in redeemable non-controlling interests for the three months ended March 31, 2009 are principally the result of changes to the value of these interests.the Company's cumulative redemption obligation are recorded to Additional paid-in capital. The following table presents the changes in Redeemable non-controlling interests during the period:

Balance as of January 1, 2010

 $368,999 

Issuance of Redeemable non-controlling interest

  6,703 

Repurchase of Redeemable non-controlling interest

  (17,911)

Changes in redemption value

  10,911 
    

Balance as of March 31, 2010

 $368,702 
    

        Although the timing and amounts of these purchases are difficult to predict, the Company expects to repurchase approximately $50,000$100,000 of Affiliate equity during 2009,the next twelve months, and, in such event, will own the cash flow associated with any equity repurchased.



AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued)

        During the three months ended March 31, 20082009 and 2009,2010, the Company acquired interests from and transferred interests to Affiliate management partners. The following schedule discloses the effect of changes in the Company's ownership interest in its Affiliates on the controlling interest's equity:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2008 2009 

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $31,223 $6,125 
 

Increase in controlling interest paid-in capital from the sale of Affiliate equity

  6,940  3,944 
 

Decrease in (controlling interest) paid-in capital from the purchase of Affiliate equity

    (68)
      

  6,940  3,876 
      

Change from Net Income (controlling interest) and net transfers with non-controlling interests

 $38,163 $10,001 
      


 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
 
 2009 2010 

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $6,125 $17,462 
  

Increase (decrease) in controlling interest paid-in capital from purchases and sales of Affiliate equity

  3,876  1,011 
      
 

Change from Net Income (controlling interest) and net transfers with non-controlling interests

 $10,001 $18,473 
      


AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Continued)

20.19. Comprehensive Income

        A summary of comprehensive income, net of applicable taxes, is as follows:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2008 2009 

Net income

 $71,008 $23,240 

Foreign currency translation adjustment(1)

  (8,711) (9,717)

Change in net unrealized gain (loss) on investment securities

  27  (155)

Change in net unrealized loss on derivative securities

  (3,224)  
      

Comprehensive income

  59,100  13,368 

Comprehensive income (non-controlling interests)

  (39,785) (17,115)
      

Comprehensive income (controlling interest)

 $19,315 $(3,747)
      

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
 
 2009 2010 

Net income

 $23,240 $52,761 

Foreign currency translation adjustment(1)

  (9,717) 12,081 

Change in net unrealized gain (loss) on investment securities

  (155) 13,311 
      

Comprehensive income

  13,368  78,153 

Comprehensive income (non-controlling interests)

  (17,115) (35,299)
      

Comprehensive income (loss) (controlling interest)

 $(3,747)$42,854 
      

(1)
Foreign currency translation results from the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates at Affiliates whose functional currency is not the United States dollar.

        The components of accumulated other comprehensive income, net of applicable taxes, are as follows:

 
 December 31,
2008
 March 31,
2009
 

Foreign currency translation adjustments

 $(3,721)$(13,438)

Unrealized loss on investment securities

  (360) (515)
      

Accumulated other comprehensive income

 $(4,081)$(13,953)
      

 
 December 31,
2009
 March 31,
2010
 

Foreign currency translation adjustments

 $43,055 $55,136 

Unrealized gain on investment securities

  2,903  16,214 
      

Accumulated other comprehensive income

 $45,958 $71,350 
      

20. Subsequent Event

        On April 15, 2010, the Company completed its investment in Aston Asset Management LLC ("Aston") through the acquisition of Highbury Financial Inc., Aston's parent company. Aston is the principal advisor to the Aston Funds, a fund family of 24 sub-advised, no-load mutual funds with total net assets of approximately $7.6 billion as of March 31, 2010.


Item 2.    Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Forward-Looking Statements

        When used in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, in our other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, in our press releases and in oral statements made with the approval of an executive officer, the words or phrases "will likely result," "are expected to," "will continue," "is anticipated," "may," "intends," "believes," "estimate," "project" or similar expressions are intended to identify "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including, among others, the following:

        These factors (among others) could affect our financial performance and cause actual results to differ materially from historical earnings and those presently anticipated and projected. We will not undertake and we specifically disclaim any obligation to release publicly the result of any revisions which may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to reflect the occurrence of events, whether or not anticipated. In that respect, we wish to caution readers not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made.

Overview

        We are ana global asset management company with equity investments in a diverse group of boutique investment management firms (our "Affiliates"). We pursue a growth strategy designed to generate shareholder value through the internal growth of our existing business, additional investments in investment management firms and strategic transactions and relationships designedstructured to enhance our Affiliates' businesses and growth prospects.

        Through our Affiliates,As of March 31, 2010, we manage approximately $152.9$232.1 billion in assets (as of March 31, 2009)through our Affiliates (approximately $260.0 billion pro forma for the transactions discussed below in Pending Investments) in more than 300 investment products across a broad range of asset classes and investment styles in three principal distribution channels: Mutual Fund, Institutional and High Net Worth. We believe that our diversification across asset classes, investment styles and distribution channels helps to mitigate our exposure to the risks created by changing market environments. The following summarizes our operations in our three principal distribution channels.


Pending Investments

        On April 15, 2010, we completed our investment in Aston Asset Management LLC ("Aston") through the acquisition of Highbury Financial Inc., Aston's parent company. Based in Chicago, Aston offers sub-advised investment products to the mutual fund and managed accounts markets. Aston is the principal advisor to the Aston Funds, a fund family of 24 sub-advised, no-load mutual funds with total net assets of approximately $7.6 billion as of March 31, 2010.

        In February 2010, we announced an agreement to purchase Pantheon Ventures Inc., Pantheon Holdings Limited and Pantheon Capital (Asia) Limited (collectively, "Pantheon"). Pantheon manages regional funds-of-funds in Europe, the United States and Asia, as well as global secondary funds-of-funds, global infrastructure fund-of-funds and customized separate account programs, with total assets under management of approximately $21 billion as of March 31, 2010. Subject to customary closing conditions, regulatory approvals and compliance with other terms of the purchase agreement, we anticipate the investment in Pantheon will close in the second quarter of 2010.

Our Structure and Relationship with Affiliates

        We operate our business through our Affiliates in our three principal distribution channels, maintaining each Affiliate's distinct entrepreneurial culture and independence through our investment structure. In making investments in boutique assetinvestment management firms, we seek to partner with the highest quality firms in the industry, with outstanding management teams, strong long-term performance records and a demonstrated commitment to continued growth and success. Fundamental to our investment approach is the belief that Affiliate management equity ownership (along with AMG's ownership) aligns our interests and provides Affiliate managers with a powerful incentive to continue to grow their business. Our investment structure provides a degree of liquidity and diversification to principal owners of boutique investment management firms, while at the same time expanding equity ownership opportunities among the firm's management and allowing management to continue to participate in the firm's future growth. Our partnership approach also ensures that Affiliates maintain operational autonomy in managing their business, thereby preserving their firm's entrepreneurial culture and independence.

        Although the specific structure of each investment is highly tailored to meet the needs of a particular Affiliate, in all cases, AMG establishes a meaningful equity interest in the firm, with the



remaining equity interests retained by the management of the Affiliate. Each Affiliate is organized as a separate firm, and its operating or shareholder agreement is structured to provide appropriate incentives for Affiliate management owners and to address the Affiliate's particular characteristics while also enabling us to protect our interests, including through arrangements such as long-term employment agreements with key members of the firm's management team.

        In most cases, we own a majority of the equity interests of a firm and structure a revenue sharing arrangement, in which a percentage of revenue is allocated for use by management of that Affiliate in paying operating expenses of the Affiliate, including salaries and bonuses. We call this the "Operating Allocation." The portion of the Affiliate's revenue that is allocated to the owners of that Affiliate (including us) is called the "Owners' Allocation." Each Affiliate allocates its Owners' Allocation to its managers and to us generally in proportion to their and our respective ownership interests in that Affiliate. However, should actual operating expenses exceed the Operating Allocation, the excess expenses first reduce the portion of the Owners' Allocation allocated to the Affiliate's managers until that portion is eliminated, before reducing the portion allocated to us. Any such reduction in our portion of the Owners' Allocation is required to be paid back to us out of the portion of future Owners' Allocation allocated to the Affiliate's managers.

        One of the purposes of our revenue sharing arrangements is to provide ongoing incentives for Affiliate managers by allowing them to participate in the growth of their firm's revenue, which may increase their compensation from both the Operating Allocation and the Owners' Allocation. These



arrangements also provide incentives to control operating expenses, thereby increasing the portion of the Operating Allocation that is available for growth initiatives and compensation.

        An Affiliate's Operating Allocation is structured to cover its operating expenses. However, should actual operating expenses exceed the Operating Allocation, our contractual share of cash under the Owners' Allocation generally has priority over the allocations and distributions to the Affiliate's managers. As a result, the excess expenses first reduce the portion of the Owners' Allocation allocated to the Affiliate's managers until that portion is eliminated, before reducing the portion allocated to us. Any such reduction in our portion of the Owners' Allocation is required to be paid back to us out of the portion of future Owners' Allocation allocated to the Affiliate's managers.

        Our minority investments are also structured to align our interests with those of the Affiliate's management through shared equity ownership, as well as to preserve the Affiliate's entrepreneurial culture and independence by maintaining the Affiliate's operational autonomy. In cases where we hold a minority interest,investment, the revenue sharing arrangement generally allocates a percentage of the Affiliate's revenue to us. The remaining revenue is used to pay operating expenses and profit distributions to the other owners.

        Certain of our Affiliates operate under profit-based arrangements through which we own a majority of the equity in the firm and receive a share of profits as cash flow, rather than a percentage of revenue through a typical revenue sharing agreement. As a result, we participate fully in any increase or decrease in the revenue or expenses of such firms. In these cases, we participate in a budgeting process and generally provide incentives to management through compensation arrangements based on the performance of the Affiliate.

        We are focused on establishing and maintaining long-term partnerships with our Affiliates. Our shared equity ownership gives both AMG and our Affiliate partners meaningful incentives to manage their businesses for strong future growth. From time to time, we may consider changes to the structure of our relationship with an Affiliate in order to better support the firm's growth strategy.

        Through our affiliated investment management firms, we derive most of our revenue from the provision of investment management services. Investment management fees ("asset-based fees") are usually determined as a percentage fee charged on periodic values of a client's assets under



management; most asset-based advisory fees are billed by our Affiliates quarterly. Certain clients are billed for all or a portion of their accounts based upon assets under management valued at the beginning of a billing period ("in advance"). Other clients are billed for all or a portion of their accounts based upon assets under management valued at the end of the billing period ("in arrears"). Most client accounts in the High Net Worth distribution channel are billed in advance, and most client accounts in the Institutional distribution channel are billed in arrears. Clients in the Mutual Fund distribution channel are billed based upon average daily assets under management. Advisory fees billed in advance will not reflect subsequent changes in the market value of assets under management for that period but may reflect changes due to client withdrawals. Conversely, advisory fees billed in arrears will reflect changes in the market value of assets under management for that period.

        In addition, over 5075 Affiliate alternative investment and equity products, representing approximately $27.5$35 billion of assets under management (as of March 31, 2009)2010), also bill on the basis of absolute or relative investment performance ("performance fees"). These products, which are primarily in the Institutional distribution channel, are often structured to have returns that are not directly correlated to changes in broader equity indices and, if earned, the performance fee component is typically billed less frequently than an asset-based fee. Although performance fees inherently depend on investment results and will vary from period to period, we anticipate performance fees to be a recurring component of our revenue. We also anticipate that, within any calendar year, the majority of any performance fees will typically be realized in the fourth quarter.


        For certain of our Affiliates, generally where we own a non-controlling interest, we are required to use the equity method of accounting. Consistent with this method, we have not consolidated the operating results of these firms (including their revenue) in our Consolidated Statements of Income. Our share of these firms' profits (net of intangible amortization) is reported in "Income from equity method investments," and is therefore reflected in our Net Income (controlling interest) and EBITDA. As a consequence, increases or decreases in these firms' assets under management (which totaled $40.0$57.4 billion as of March 31, 2009)2010) will not affect reported revenue in the same manner as changes in assets under management at our other Affiliates.

        Our Net Income attributable to controlling interest reflects the revenue of our consolidated Affiliates and our share of income from Affiliates which we account for under the equity method, reduced by:

        As discussed above, for consolidated Affiliates with revenue sharing arrangements, the operating expenses of the Affiliate as well as its managers' non-controlling interest generally increase (or decrease) as the Affiliate's revenue increases (or decreases) because of the direct relationship established in many of our agreements between the Affiliate's revenue and its Operating Allocation and Owners' Allocation. At our consolidated profit-based Affiliates, expenses may or may not correspond to increases or decreases in the Affiliates' revenues.

        Our level of profitability will depend on a variety of factors, including:



Results of Operations

        The following table presents our Affiliates' reported assets under management by operating segment (which are also referred to as distribution channels in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q).

Assets under Management

Statement of Changes—Quarter to Date

(in billions)
 Mutual
Fund
 Institutional High
Net Worth
 Total 

December 31, 2008

 $34.7 $109.4 $26.0 $170.1 
 

Client cash inflows

  
1.5
  
7.2
  
1.3
  
10.0
 
 

Client cash outflows

  (2.7) (9.8) (1.9) (14.4)
          
  

Net client cash flows

  (1.2) (2.6) (0.6) (4.4)
          
 

Other(1)

  
  
(2.5

)
 
(0.1

)
 
(2.6

)
 

Investment performance

  (2.9) (5.9) (1.4) (10.2)
          

March 31, 2009

 $30.6 $98.4 $23.9 $152.9 
          

(in billions)
 Mutual
Fund
 Institutional High Net
Worth
 Total 

December 31, 2009

 $44.5 $133.9 $29.6 $208.0 
 

Client cash inflows

  3.0  6.6  1.7  11.3 
 

Client cash outflows

  (2.7) (8.6) (1.5) (12.8)
          
  

Net client cash flows

  0.3  (2.0) 0.2  (1.5)
          
 

New Investments

  13.5  2.2    15.7 
 

Other(1)

    (0.1)   (0.1)
 

Investment performance

  2.2  6.6  1.2  10.0 
          

March 31, 2010

 $60.5 $140.6 $31.0 $232.1 
          

(1)
Other includes assets under management attributableRepresents certain Affiliate products that we elected to Affiliate product closings, the financial effect of which isclose; these transactions are not material to our ongoing financial results.

        As shown in the assets under management table above, client cash inflows totaled $10.0$11.3 billion while client cash outflows totaled $14.4$12.8 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2009.2010. The net flows for the quarterthree months ended March 31, 2010 occurred across a broad range of product offerings in each of our distribution channels, with no individual cash inflow or outflow having a material impact on our revenue or expenses.

        The operating segment analysis presented in the following table is based on average assets under management. For the Mutual Fund distribution channel, average assets under management represent an average of the daily net assets under management. For the Institutional and High Net Worth distribution channels, average assets under management representtakes into consideration the billing patterns of



particular client accounts. For example, assets under management for an averageaccount that bills in advance is included in the table using beginning of theperiod assets at the beginning andunder management while an account that bills in arrears uses end of each calendar quarter during the applicable period.period assets under management. We believe that this analysis



more closely correlates to the billing cycle of each distribution channel and, as such, provides a more meaningful relationship to revenue.

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions, except as noted)
 2008 2009 % Change 

Average assets under management (in billions)(1)

          

Mutual Fund

 $57.3 $32.2  (44)%

Institutional

  170.0  103.9  (39)%

High Net Worth

  30.3  24.9  (18)%
         
 

Total

 $257.6 $161.0  (38)%
         

Revenue

          

Mutual Fund

 $134.8 $68.3  (49)%

Institutional

  160.1  82.3  (49)%

High Net Worth

  40.1  27.9  (30)%
         
 

Total

 $335.0 $178.5  (47)%
         

Net Income

          

Mutual Fund

 $12.7 $4.6  (64)%

Institutional

  15.4  1.2  (92)%

High Net Worth

  3.1  0.3  (90)%
         
 

Total

 $31.2 $6.1  (80)%
         

EBITDA(2)

          

Mutual Fund

 $31.2 $14.9  (52)%

Institutional

  47.4  27.4  (42)%

High Net Worth

  10.0  6.9  (31)%
         
 

Total

 $88.6 $49.2  (44)%
         

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions, except as noted)
 2009 2010 % Change 

Average assets under management (in billions)(1)

          

Mutual Fund

 $32.1 $47.2  47%

Institutional

  104.0  137.9  33%

High Net Worth

  25.4  30.2  19%
         
 

Total

 $161.5 $215.3  33%
         

Revenue

          

Mutual Fund

 $68.3 $97.9  43%

Institutional

  82.3  121.8  48%

High Net Worth

  27.9  31.3  12%
         
 

Total

 $178.5 $251.0  41%
         

Net Income (controlling interest)

          

Mutual Fund

 $4.6 $7.6  65%

Institutional

  1.2  7.7  542%

High Net Worth

  0.3  2.2  633%
         
 

Total

 $6.1 $17.5  187%
         

EBITDA(2)

          

Mutual Fund

 $14.9 $20.9  40%

Institutional

  27.4  38.1  39%

High Net Worth

  6.9  9.2  33%
         
 

Total

 $49.2 $68.2  39%
         

(1)
As described above, our average assets under management considers balances used to bill revenue during the reporting period. These amounts also include assets managed by affiliated investment management firms whose financial results are not consolidated for financial reporting purposes of $61.6($41.1 billion and $56.6 billion for the three months ended March 31, 20082009 and $42.1 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2009.2010, respectively). Assets under management attributable to any investments that closed during the relevant periodsin new Affiliates are included on a weighted average basis for the period from the closing date of the respective investment.

(2)
EBITDA represents earnings before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization. Our use of EBITDA, including reconciliation to cash flow from operations, is described in greater detail in "Liquidity and Capital Resources—Supplemental Liquidity Measure." For purposes of our distribution channel operating results, expenses not incurred directly by Affiliates have been allocated based on the proportion of aggregate cash flow distributions reported by each Affiliate in the particular distribution channel.

        For the three months ended March 31, 2009, average assets under management were 5% higher than ending assets under management. Because of the various client billing methods described above (including billing based upon the value of assets under management at the beginning of the period, at the end of the period or daily average for the period), this variance between average assets under management and ending assets under management is unlikely to meaningfully affect future operating results.


Revenue

        Our revenue is generally determined by the level of our assets under management, the portion of our assets across our products and three operating segments, which realize different fee rates, and the recognition of any performance fees. As described in the "Overview" section above, performance fees are generally measured on absolute or relative investment performance against a benchmark. As a result, the level of performance fees earned can vary significantly from period to period and these fees may not necessarily be correlated to changes in total assets under management.

        Our total revenue decreased $156.5increased $72.5 million (or 47%41%) in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, primarily from a 38% decrease33% increase in average assets under management. This decreaseincrease in average assets under management resulted principally from the decline in global equity markets andinvestment performance, partially offset by negative net client cash flows. Unrelated toPerformance fees were not a significant component of revenue in either the change in assets under management, performance fees inthree months ended March 31, 2010 or the three months ended March 31, 2009 declined as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008 (1%(approximately 1% of revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2009 and 9% of revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2008)both time periods).

        The following discusses the changes in our revenue by operating segments.

Mutual Fund Distribution Channel

        Our revenue in the Mutual Fund distribution channel decreased $66.5increased $29.6 million (or 49%43%) in the three months ended March 31, 20092010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, while average assets under management decreased 44%increased 47%. This decreaseThe increase in average assets under management resulted principally from the declineinvestment performance and our 2009 and 2010 investments in global equity markets and negative net client cash flows. Unrelated to the change in assets under management, our performance fees in the three months ended March 31, 2009 declined as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008.new Affiliates.

Institutional Distribution Channel

        Our revenue in the Institutional distribution channel decreased $77.8increased $39.5 million (or 49%48%) in the three months ended March 31, 20092010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, while average assets under management decreased 39%increased 33%. This decreaseThe increase in average assets under management resulted principally from the decline in global equity markets andinvestment performance, partially offset by negative net client cash flows. Unrelated toThe increase in revenue was proportionately greater than the changeincrease in average assets under management as a result of an increase in assets under management our performance fees in the three months ended March 31, 2009 declined as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008.at Affiliates that realize comparatively higher fee rates.

High Net Worth Distribution Channel

        Our revenue in the High Net Worth distribution channel decreased $12.2increased $3.4 million (or 30%12%) in the three months ended March 31, 20092010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, while average assets under management decreased 18%increased 19%. This decreaseincrease in average assets under management resulted principally from the decline in global equity markets, partially offset by our 2008 investment in Gannet Welsh & Kotler, LLC.performance.


Operating Expenses

        The following table summarizes our consolidated operating expenses:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions)
 2008 2009 % Change 

Compensation and related expenses

 $151.1 $84.2  (44)%

Selling, general and administrative

  52.8  32.5  (38)%

Amortization of intangible assets

  8.4  8.1  (4)%

Depreciation and other amortization

  2.8  3.2  14%

Other operating expenses

  5.4  5.8  7%
         

Total operating expenses

 $220.5 $133.8  (39)%
         

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions)
 2009 2010 % Change 

Compensation and related expenses

 $84.2 $119.2  42%

Selling, general and administrative

  32.5  46.1  42%

Amortization of intangible assets

  8.1  8.9  10%

Depreciation and other amortization

  3.3  3.0  (9%)

Other operating expenses

  5.7  6.1  7%
         

Total operating expenses

 $133.8 $183.3  37%
         

        The substantial portion of our operating expenses is incurred by our Affiliates, the majority of which is incurred by Affiliates with revenue sharing arrangements. For Affiliates with revenue sharing arrangements, an Affiliate's Operating Allocation percentage generally determines its operating expenses. Accordingly, our compensation expense is impacted by increases or decreases in each Affiliate's revenue and the corresponding increases or decreases in each Affiliate's respective Operating Allocation. During the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, approximately $26.7$55.9 million (or 32%47%) of our consolidated compensation expense was attributable to our Affiliate management partners. The percentage of revenue allocated to operating expenses varies from one Affiliate to another and may also vary within an Affiliate depending on the source or amount of revenue. As a result, changes in our aggregate revenue may not impact our consolidated operating expenses to the same degree.

        Compensation and related expenses decreased 44%increased 42% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, primarily as a result of the relationship between revenue and operating expenses at Affiliates, which experienced decreasesincreases in revenue, and accordingly, reported lowerhigher compensation expenses. This decreaseincrease was also attributable to decreasesan increase in aggregate Affiliate expenses of $5.1 million from new Affiliate investments as well as an increase in holding company incentive compensation and share-based compensation of $3.1 million and $2.6$2.5 million in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008, respectively.2009. These decreasesincreases were partially offset by a $4.3 million increasedecrease in aggregate Affiliate expenses resulting from the transfer of our new Affiliate investmentinterests in 2008.

        Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased 38%certain Affiliates of $2.0 million in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008, as a result of decreases in sub-advisory and distribution expenses attributable to a decline in assets under management at our Affiliates in the Mutual Fund distribution channel and a $5.6 million decrease in sub-advisory2009.

        Selling, general and administrative costs related to performance fees. The decrease was also attributable to Affiliate and holding company cost-cutting initiatives. These decreases were partially offset by a $1.0 million increase in aggregate Affiliate expenses from our new Affiliate investment in 2008.

        Amortization of intangible assets decreased 4%increased 42% in the three months ended March 31, 20092010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008, respectively.2009. This decrease wasincrease resulted principally attributable to a decreasefrom an increase in definite-lived intangible assets.

 ��      Depreciationaggregate Affiliate expenses of $8.6 million from new Affiliate investments and other amortization increased 14%$4.5 million of acquisition-related professional fees in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009.

        Amortization of intangible assets increased 10% in the three months ended March 31, 2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2009. This increase was principally attributable to an increase in definite-lived intangible assets resulting from new Affiliate investments.

        Depreciation and other amortization decreased 9% in the three months ended March 31, 2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2009, principally attributable to a decrease in spending on depreciable assets in recent periods, partially offset by an increase of $0.1 million in aggregate Affiliate expenses from our new Affiliate investment in 2008.investments.

        Other operating expenses increased 7% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, principally attributable to an increase in aggregate Affiliate expenses from our new Affiliate investment in 2008.investments.


Other Income Statement Data

        The following table summarizes other income statement data:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions)
 2008 2009 % Change 

Income from equity method investments

 $14.0 $6.4  (54)%

Investment and other income (loss)

  (1.9) (0.2) (89)%

Investment income (loss) from Affiliate

          
 

investments in partnerships

  (14.3) (3.8) (73)%

Interest expense

  22.9  19.9  (13)%

Income tax expense

  18.3  3.9  (79)%

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions)
 2009 2010 % Change 

Income from equity method investments

 $6.4 $9.1  42%

Investment and other income (loss)

  (0.2) 2.8  n.m.(1)

Investment income (loss) from Affiliate investments in partnerships

  (3.8) 4.1  n.m.(1)

Interest expense

  19.9  19.9  0%

Income tax expense

  3.9  11.2  187%

(1)
The percentage change is not meaningful.

        Income from equity method investments consists of our share of income from Affiliates that are accounted for under the equity method of accounting, net of any related intangible amortization. Income from equity method investments decreased 54%increased 42% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, principally as a result of a decrease in revenue resulting from a declineincreases in assets under management at Affiliates that we account for under the equity method of accounting, as well as an increase in intangible amortization expense of $3.0 million.accounting.

        Investment and other income (loss) improved 89%increased significantly in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, principally as a result of $1.9 million of expenses incurred on the settlement of our 2004 mandatory convertible securities and the conversion of our floating rate senior convertible securitiesan increase in the first quarter of 2008, which did not recur in the first quarter of 2009.Affiliate investment earnings.

        Investment income (loss) from Affiliate investments in partnerships relates to the consolidation of certain investment partnerships in which our Affiliates are the general partner. For the three months ended March 31, 20082009 and 2009,2010, the lossincome (loss) from Affiliate investments in partnerships was $14.3$(3.8) million and $3.8$4.1 million, respectively, whichrespectively. This income (loss) was principally attributable to investors who are unrelated to us.

        Interest expense decreased 13%was generally flat in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008. This decrease was principally attributable to2009, as a $5.9 million decrease in the cost of our senior bank debt resultingof $0.3 million (which resulted from a decline in borrowings as well as LIBOR interest rates and a $4.6 million decrease from the conversion of our floating rate senior convertible securities and the settlement of our mandatory convertible securities in 2008. These decreases were partiallyborrowings) was offset by an increase of $7.4 million attributable toin the issuance ofinterest accretion on our 2008 senior convertible notes.securities.

        Income taxes decreased 79%increased 187% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008, principally2009, as a result of the decreaseincrease in Net Income (controlling interest), partially offset by an increase in the effective tax rate from 37% to 39%.


Net Income

        The following table summarizes Net Income:

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions)
 2008 2009 % Change 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

 $53.2 $20.9  (61)%

Net loss (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  (13.4) (3.8) (72)%

Net Income (controlling interest)

  31.2  6.1  (80)%

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
  
 
(dollars in millions)
 2009 2010 % Change 

Net income (non-controlling interests)

 $20.9 $31.3  50%
 

Net income (loss) (non-controlling interests in partnerships)

  (3.8) 4.0  n.m.(1)

Net Income (controlling interest)

  6.1  17.5  187%

(1)
The percentage change is not meaningful.

        Net income attributable to non-controlling interests decreased 61%increased 50% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, principally as a result of the previously discussed changes in revenue.

        Net lossincome (loss) (non-controlling interest in partnerships) relates to the consolidation of certain investment partnerships in which our Affiliates are the general partner. For the three months ended March 31, 20082009 and 2009,2010, the net lossincome (loss) from Affiliate investment partnerships attributable to the non-controlling interests was $13.4$(3.8) million and $3.8$4.0 million, respectively.

        The decrease in Net Income (controlling interest) increased 187% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008, resulted principally from decreases2009 as a result of increases in revenue and income from equity method investments,investments. These increases were partially offset by decreasesincreases in reported operating minority interest and income tax expenses as well as Net income attributable to non-controlling interest, as described above.

Supplemental Performance MeasureMeasures

        As supplemental information, we provide a non-GAAP performance measuremeasures that we refer to as Cash Net Income. ThisIncome and Cash earnings per share. We consider Cash Net Income as an important measure isof our financial performance, as we believe it best represents our operating performance before non-cash expenses relating to our acquisition of interests in our investment management firms. Cash Net Income and Cash earnings per share are used by our management and Board of Directors as our principal performance benchmarks, including as measures for aligning executive compensation with stockholder value. These measures are provided in addition to, but not as a substitute for, Net Income (controlling interest). and Earnings per share; Cash Net Income and Cash earnings per share are not liquidity measures and should not be used in place of any liquidity measure calculated under GAAP. These measures facilitate comparisons to other asset management firms that have not engaged in significant acquisitions or issued convertible debt.

        Under our Cash Net Income definition, we add to Net Income (controlling interest) amortization and(including equity method amortization), deferred taxes related to intangible assets, and Affiliate depreciation and Affiliate equity expense, and exclude the non-cash effect of APB 14-1. We consider Cash Net Income an important measure of our financial performance, as we believe it best represents operating performance before14-1 (principally imputed interest on convertible securities) and non-cash expenses relatingrelated to our acquisition of interests in our Affiliates. Cash Net Income is used by our management and Board of Directors as a principal performance benchmark, including as a measure for aligning executive compensation with stockholder value.

        Since our acquired assets do not generally depreciate or require replacement by us, and since they generate deferred tax expenses that are unlikely to reverse, we add back these non-cash expenses to Net Income (controlling interest) to measure operating performance.contingent payment arrangements. We add back amortization attributable to acquired client relationships because this expense does not correspond to the changes in value of these assets, which do not diminish predictably over time. The portion of deferred taxes generally attributable to intangible assets (including goodwill) that we no longer amortize but which continues to generate tax deductions is added back, because we believe it is unlikely these accruals will be used to settle material tax obligations. Since our acquired assets do not generally depreciate or require replacement by us, and since they generate deferred tax expenses that are unlikely to reverse, we add back these non-cash expenses to Net Income to measure operating performance. We add back non-cash expenses relating to certain transfers of equity between Affiliate management partners, becausewhen these transfers have no dilutive effect to our shareholders. We add back the portion of consolidated depreciation expense incurred by our Affiliates because under our Affiliates' operating agreements we are generally not required to replenish these depreciating assets.

        Cash earnings per share represents Cash Net Income divided by the adjusted diluted average shares outstanding, which measures the potential share issuance from our senior convertible securities and junior convertible securities (each further described in Liquidity and Capital Resources) using a "treasury stock" method. Under this method, only the net number of shares of common stock equal to the value of these securities in excess of par, if any, are deemed to be outstanding. We believe the inclusion of net shares under a treasury stock method best reflects the benefit of the increase in available capital resources (which could be used to repurchase shares of common stock) that occurs



when these securities are converted and we are relieved of our debt obligation. This method does not take into account any increase or decrease in our cost of capital in an assumed conversion.

In connection with recent accounting changes (see Note 2 toinvestments in Affiliates, in the consolidated financial statements),first quarter of 2010 we modified our Cash Net Income definition to add backexclude non-cash chargesimputed interest and revaluation adjustments related to certain Affiliate equity transfers (referred to as Affiliate equity expense) and APB 14-1 (both netcontingent payment arrangements from Net Income (controlling interest). The modification of



tax). In prior periods, the Cash Net Income was defined as "Net Income plus amortization and deferred taxes relating to intangible assets plus Affiliate depreciation." Under this definition Cash Net Incomedid not have an impact on the periods reported for the first quarter of 2008 was $56.6 million.herein.

        The following table provides a reconciliation of Net Income (controlling interest) to Cash Net Income:Income and the calculation of Cash earnings per share:

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
(in millions)
 2008 2009 

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $31.2 $6.1 
 

Intangible amortization

  8.4  8.1 
 

Intangible amortization-equity method investments

  5.0  7.9 
 

Intangible-related deferred taxes

  9.0  9.6 
 

APB 14-1 expense, net of tax

  1.1  2.1 
 

Affiliate equity expense, net of tax

  2.0  2.0 
 

Affiliate depreciation

  1.5  1.9 
      

Cash Net Income

 $58.2 $37.7 
      

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
(in millions, except shares and per share data)
 2009 2010 

Net Income (controlling interest)

 $6.1 $17.5 
 

Intangible amortization(1)

  16.0  16.7 
 

Intangible-related deferred taxes

  9.6  10.7 
 

Imputed interest and contingent payment adjustments

  2.1  2.3 
 

Affiliate equity expense

  2.0  1.7 
 

Affiliate depreciation

  1.9  1.9 
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Cash Net Income

 $37.7 $50.8 
      

Average shares outstanding—diluted

  
41,082,130
  
45,421,716
 
 

Assumed issuance of senior convertible securities shares

  (873,803) (873,629)
 

Assumed issuance of junior convertible securities shares

     
 

Dilutive impact of senior convertible securities shares

    209,713 
 

Dilutive impact of junior convertible securities shares

     
      

Average shares outstanding—adjusted diluted

  40,208,327  44,757,800 
      

Cash earnings per share

 $0.94 $1.14 
      

(1)
As discussed in Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements, we are required to use the equity method of accounting for certain of our investments and, as such, do not separately report these Affiliates' revenues or expenses (including intangible amortization expenses) in our income statement. Our share of these investments' amortization is reported in "Income (loss) from equity method investments."

        Cash Net Income decreasedincreased 35% in the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, primarily as a result of the previously-described factors that caused a decreasean increase in Net Income partially offset byas well as increases in amortization and intangible-related deferred tax expenses.


Liquidity and Capital Resources

        The following table summarizes certain key financial data relating to our liquidity and capital resources:

(in millions)
 December 31,
2008
 March 31,
2009
 

Balance Sheet Data

       

Cash and cash equivalents

 $396.4 $237.3 

Senior debt

  233.5   

Senior convertible securities

  445.5  448.4 

Junior convertible trust preferred securities

  505.0  505.6 

(in millions)
 December 31,
2009
 March 31,
2010
 

Balance Sheet Data

       

Cash and cash equivalents

 $259.5 $203.8 

Senior bank debt

    170.0 

2008 senior convertible notes

  409.6  412.7 

Zero coupon convertible notes

  47.4  47.4 

Junior convertible trust preferred securities

  507.4  508.0 

 

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
 
 2008 2009 

Cash Flow Data

       

Operating cash flow

 $49.8 $11.9 

Investing cash flow

  (22.4) (3.7)

Financing cash flow

  (88.0) (166.9)

EBITDA(1)

  88.6  49.2 

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
 
 2009 2010 

Cash Flow Data

       

Operating cash flow

 $15.7 $68.0 

Investing cash flow

  (3.7) (131.9)

Financing cash flow

  (170.7) 7.5 

EBITDA(1)

  49.2  68.2 

        We view our ratio of debt to EBITDA (our "internal leverage ratio") as an important gauge of our ability to service debt, make new investments and access additional capital. Consistent with industry



practice, we do not consider junior trust preferred securities as debt for the purpose of determining our internal leverage ratio. We also view our leverage on a "net debt" basis by deducting from our debt balance holding company cash (including prospective proceeds from the settlement of our forward equity sale agreement)agreements). At March 31, 2009,2010, our internal leverage ratio was 1.4:1.2:1.

        Under the terms of our credit facility we are required to meet two financial ratio covenants. The first of these covenants is a maximum ratio of debt to EBITDA (the "bank leverage ratio") of 3.5x.3.5. The calculation of our bank leverage ratio is generally consistent with our internal leverage ratio approach. The second covenant is a minimum EBITDA to cash interest expense ratio of 3.0x3.0 (our "bank interest coverage ratio"). For the purposes of calculating these ratios, share-based compensation expense is added back to EBITDA. As of March 31, 2009,2010, our actual bank leverage and bank interest coverage ratios were 1.7x2.4 and 5.7x,5.0, respectively, and we were in full compliance with all terms of our credit facility. Following the closing of our investment in Aston, we have $600 million of remaining capacity under our $770 million credit facility, of which we could borrow a total of $575 million without violating credit facility covenants.

        Our investment in Aston was closed in April and was financed through the issuance of 1.7 million shares of our common stock. We plan to finance our investment in Pantheon with borrowings under our credit facility and $100 million of proceeds from the partial settlement of forward equity sales. Following the closing of our pending new investments, we anticipate our bank leverage ratio will increase to approximately 3.0.

        We are rated BBB- by Standard & Poor's. A downgrade of our credit rating, either as a result of industry or company-specific considerations, would not have a material financial effect on any of our agreements or securities (or otherwise trigger a default).


        In addition to borrowings available under our $770 million revolving credit facility, our current liquidity is augmented by approximately $175 million of holding company cash (including prospective proceeds from the forward equity settlement) and the free cash flow generated by our business. We have no near-term debt maturities.

Supplemental Liquidity Measure

        As supplemental information in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, we have provided information regarding our EBITDA, a non-GAAP liquidity measure. This measure is provided in addition to, but not as a substitute for, cash flow from operations. EBITDA represents earnings before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization. EBITDA, as calculated by us, may not be consistent with computations of EBITDA by other companies. As a measure of liquidity, we believe that EBITDA is useful as an indicator of our ability to service debt, make new investments and meet working capital requirements. We further believe that many investors use this information when analyzing the financial position of companies in the investment management industry.

        The following table provides a reconciliation of cash flow from operations to EBITDA:

 
 For the Three Months Ended March 31, 
(in millions)
 2008 2009 

Cash flow from operations

 $49.8 $11.9 
 

Interest expense, net of non-cash items(1)

  20.1  14.7 
 

Current tax provision

  13.2  (8.0)
 

Income from equity method investments, net of distributions(2)

  (14.0) (4.6)
 

Changes in assets and liabilities

       
  

and other adjustments(3)

  19.5  35.2 
      

EBITDA(4)

 $88.6 $49.2 
      

 
 For the Three Months
Ended March 31,
 
(in millions)
 2009 2010 

Cash flow from operations

 $15.7 $68.0 
 

Interest expense, net of non-cash items(1)

  14.7  14.2 
 

Current tax provision

  (8.0) 2.5 
 

Income from equity method investments, net of distributions(2)

  (4.6) (6.0)
 

Changes in assets and liabilities and other adjustments(3)

  31.4  (10.5)
      

EBITDA

 $49.2 $68.2 
      


        In the three months ended March 31, 2009,2010, we met our cash requirements primarily through cash generated by operating activities. Our principal uses of cash in the three months ended March 31, 20092010 were to make distributions to Affiliate managers and repay our Seniorsenior bank debt. We expect that our principal uses of cash for the foreseeable future will be for investments in new and existing Affiliates, distributions to Affiliate managers, payment of interest on outstanding debt, the repurchase of debt securities, and the repurchase of shares of our common stock and for working capital purposes.

        The following table summarizes the principal amount due at maturity of our debt obligations and convertible securities as of March 31, 2009:2010:

(in millions)
 Amount Maturity
Date
 Form of
Repayment
 

Senior Bank Debt

 $  2012  (1)

Zero Coupon Senior Convertible Notes

  50.1  2021  (2)

2008 Senior Convertibles Notes

  460.0  2038  (3)

Junior Convertible Trust Preferred Securities

  730.8  2036/2037  (4)

(in millions)
 Amount Maturity
Date
 Form of
Repayment

Senior Bank Debt

 $170.0 2012 (1)

Zero Coupon Senior Convertible Notes

  50.1 2021 (2)

2008 Senior Convertibles Notes

  460.0 2038 (3)

Junior Convertible Trust Preferred Securities

  730.8 2036/2037 (4)

(1)
Settled in cash.


(2)
Settled in cash or common stock (or a combination thereof) at our election if holders exercise their May 2011 or 2016 put rights, and in common stock if the holders exercise their conversion rights.

(3)
Settled in cash if holders exercise their August 2013, 2018, 2023, 2028 or 2033 put rights, and in cash or common stock (or a combination thereof) at our election if the holders exercise their conversion rights.

(4)
Settled in cash or common stock (or a combination thereof) at our election if the holders exercise their conversion rights.

Senior Bank Debt

        On November 27, 2007, we entered into an amended and restated senior credit facility (the "Facility"). During the third quarter of 2008, we increased our borrowing capacity to $1.01 billion, comprised ofWe have a $770 million revolving credit facility (the "Revolver") and a $240 million term loan (the "Term Loan"). All other terms of the Facility remain unchanged. In the first quarter of 2009,under which we repaid the outstanding balance of the Term Loan ($233.5 million); the capacity under the Revolver remains at $770 million. We pay interest on these obligations at specified rates (based either on the EurodollarLIBOR rate or the prime rate as in effect from time to time) that vary depending on our credit rating. Subject to the agreement of lenders to provide additional commitments, we have the option to increase the FacilityRevolver by up to an additional $175 million.

The Facility will mature in February 2012, andRevolver contains financial covenants with respect to leverage and interest coverage. The Facility also containscoverage and customary affirmative and negative covenants, including limitations on indebtedness, liens, cash dividends and fundamental corporate changes. Borrowings under the FacilityRevolver are collateralized by pledges of the substantial majority of our capital stock or other equity interests owned by us. WeAs of March 31, 2010, we had $170 million outstanding borrowings under the Facility of $233.5 million at December 31, 2008 and noRevolver.

Senior Convertible Securities

        We have two senior convertible securities outstanding borrowings at March 31, 2009.2010. The principal terms of these notes are summarized below.

Zero Coupon Senior Convertible Notes

        In 2001, we issued $251 million

 
 Zero Coupon
Convertible
Notes
 2008
Convertible
Notes
 

Issue Date

  May 2001  August 2008 

Maturity Date

  May 2021  August 2038 

Par Value

 $47.4 $460.0 

Carrying Value

 $47.4 $409.6(1)

Note Denomination

  945  1,000 

Current Conversion Rate

  17.429  7.959 

Current Conversion Price

 $54.28 $125.65 

Stated Coupon

    3.95%

Tax Deduction Rate

  0.50% 9.38%(2)

(1)
The carrying value is accreted to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of zero coupon senior7.4%.

(2)
The 2008 convertible notes due 2021 ("are considered contingent payment debt instruments under tax regulations that require us to deduct interest in an amount greater than our cash coupon rate.

        The zero coupon convertible notes"), with each note issued at 90.50% of such principal



amount and accreting at a rate of 0.50% per year (the adoption of APB 14-1 did not affect these securities). As of March 31, 2009, $50.1 million principal amount at maturity remains outstanding. Each security isnotes are convertible into 17.429a defined number of shares of our common stock (at a current base conversion price of $54.02) upon the occurrence of certain events, including the following: (i) if the closing price of a share of our common stock is more than a specified price over certain periods (initially $62.36 and increasing incrementally at the end of each calendar quarter to $63.08 in April 2021); (ii) if the credit rating assigned by Standard & Poor's to the securities is below BB-; or (iii) if we call the securities for redemption.events. The holders may requireput these securities to us to repurchase the securities at their accreted value in May 2011 and 2016. If the holders exercise this option, inwe can settle the future, we may elect to repurchase the securitiesrepurchases with cash or shares of itsour common stock, or somea combination thereof. We have the option to redeem thecall securities at any time for cash at their accreted value. Under the terms of the indenture governing the zero coupon


        The 2008 convertible notes a holder may convert such security into common stock by following the conversion procedures in the indenture. Subject to changes in the price of our common stock, the zero coupon convertible notes may be convertible in certain future periods.

2008 Senior Convertible Notes

        In August 2008, we issued $460 million of senior convertible notes due 2038 ("2008 senior convertible notes"). The 2008 senior convertible notes bear interest at 3.95%, payable semi-annually in cash. In accordance with APB 14-1, we are accreting the carrying value to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of 7.37% (over its expected life of five years), resulting in incremental interest expense for 2009 of approximately $11.2 million. Each security is convertible into 7.959a defined number of shares of our common stock (at an initial conversion price of $125.65) upon the occurrence of certain events. Upon conversion, we may elect to pay or deliver cash, shares of common stock, or some combination thereof. The holders of the 2008 senior convertible notes may requireput these securities to us to repurchase the notes in August of 2013, 2018, 2023, 2028 and 2033. We may redeemcall the notes for cash at any time on or after August 15, 2013.

Junior Convertible Trust Preferred Securities

        We have two junior convertible trust preferred securities outstanding at March 31, 2010, one issued in 2006 (the "2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities") and a second issued in 2007 (the "2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities".) The 2008 seniorprincipal terms of these securities are summarized below.

 
 2006 Junior
Convertible
Trust Preferred
Securities
 2007 Junior
Convertible
Trust Preferred
Securities
 

Issue Date

  April 2006  October 2007 

Maturity Date

  April 2036  October 2037 

Par Value

 $300.0 $430.8 

Carrying Value

 $212.5(1)$294.9(2)

Note Denomination

  50  50 

Current Conversion Rate

  0.333  0.250 

Current Conversion Price

 $150.00 $200.00 

Stated Coupon

  5.10% 5.15%

Tax Deduction Rate

  7.50%(3) 8.00%(3)

(1)
The carrying value is accreted to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of 7.5% (over its expected life of 30 years).

(2)
The carrying value is accreted to the principal amount at maturity using an interest rate of 8.0% (over its expected life of 30 years).

(3)
The 2006 and 2007 junior convertible notestrust preferred securities are considered contingent payment debt instruments under the federal income tax regulations. These regulations require usWe are required to deduct interest in an amount greater than our reported interest expense, which will result in annual deferred tax liabilities of approximately $10.2 million. These deferred tax liabilities will be reclassified directly to stockholders' equity if our common stock is trading above certain thresholds atcash coupon rate.

        Both the time of the conversion of the notes.

Junior Convertible Trust Preferred Securities

        In 2006 we issued $300 million of junior subordinated convertible debentures due 2036 to a wholly-owned trust simultaneous with the issuance, by the trust, of $291 million of convertible trust preferred securities to investors. The junior subordinated convertible debentures and convertible trust preferred securities (together, the "2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities") have substantially the same terms.

        The 20062007 junior convertible trust preferred securities bear interest at a rate of 5.1% per annum, payable quarterly in cash. In accordance with APB 14-1, we are accreting the discounted amount to the principal amount at maturity. The incremental interest expense for 2009 is expected to be $1.0 million. Each $50 security is convertible, at any time, into 0.333 sharesa defined number of our common stock, which represents a conversion price of $150 per share (or a 48% premium to the then prevailing share price of $101.45).shares. Upon conversion, investorsholders will receive cash or shares of our common stock, (oror a combination of cash and common stock) at our election. Thethereof. We can call the 2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities may not be redeemed by us prior to April 15, 2011. Onon or after April 15, 2011 they may be redeemed if the closing price of our common stock exceeds $195 per share for a specified period of time. The trust's only assets are the junior convertible subordinated debentures. To the extent that the trust has available



funds, we are obligated to ensure that holders of the 2006 junior convertible trust preferred securities receive all payments due from the trust.

        In October 2007, we issued an additional $500 million of junior subordinated convertible debentures which are due 2037 to a wholly-owned trust simultaneous with the issuance, by the trust, of $500 million of convertible trust preferred securities to investors. The junior subordinated convertible debentures and convertible trust preferred securities (together, the "2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities") have substantially the same terms. In the fourth quarter of 2008, we repurchased $69.2 million aggregate principal amount ofWe can call the 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities. Following this repurchase, these securities were cancelled and retired.

        The 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities bear interest at 5.15% per annum, payable quarterly in cash. In accordance with APB 14-1, we are accreting the discounted amount to the principal amount at maturity. The incremental interest expense for 2009 is expected to be $1.3 million. Each $50 security is convertible, at any time, into 0.25 shares of our common stock, which represents a conversion price of $200 per share (or a 53% premium to the then prevailing share price of $130.77). Upon conversion, investors will receive cash or shares of our common stock (or a combination of cash and common stock) at our election. The 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities may not be redeemed by us prior to October 15, 2012. Onon or after October 15, 2012 they may be redeemed if the closing price of our common stock exceeds $260 per share for a specified period of time. The trust's only assets are the 2007 junior convertible subordinated debentures. To the extent that the trust has available funds, we are obligated to ensure that holders

        Holders of the 2006 and 2007 junior convertible trust preferred securities receive all payments due from the trust.have no rights to put these securities to us.

Forward Equity Sale Agreement

        In 2008, weWe have entered into athree forward equity sale agreementagreements with a major securities firmfirms to sell upshares of our common stock (up to $200 million under each agreement). Under the terms of our common stock. In the first quarter of 2009,these agreements, we received proceeds of $144.3 million for the sale of 1.8 million shares at a weighted average price of $81.31. We can settle the remaining 1.2 million shares sold under this agreementforward sales at any time prior to December 31, 2010 by issuing shares in exchange for cash. Alternatively, we may choose to settle forward sales on a net stock or cash basis.



Through March 31, 2010.2010, we have completed $496.5 million of forward sales. In MayMarch 2009, we entered into a newsettled $147.2 million of forward equity sales by issuing 1.8 million shares of our common stock. The weighted average exercise price of our forward equity sales that remain unsettled is $57.54.

        A summary of our forward equity sale agreement under which we may sell up to $200 million of our common stock to a major securities firm, with the timing of sales at our discretion.

Derivatives

        During the first quarter of 2008, we entered into a series of treasury rate lock contracts with a notional value of $250 million. These contracts were settled in the second quarter of 2008, and we received $8.2 million. Each contract was designated and qualifiedagreements is as a cash flow hedge under Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities" ("FAS 133"). During the fourth quarter of 2008, we concluded that it was probable that the hedgedfollows:

Agreement
 Amount
Sold
 Amount
Settled
 Amount
Unsettled(1)
 

May 2008

 $200.0 $147.2 $52.8 

May 2009

  200.0    200.0 

July 2009

  96.5    96.5 
        

 $496.5 $147.2 $349.3 
        

(1)
Before transaction would not occur and the gain was reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income to Net Income (controlling interest).

costs.

Affiliate Equity

        Many of our operating agreements provide Affiliate managers a conditional right to require us to purchase their retained equity interests at certain intervals. Certain agreements also provide us a conditional right to require Affiliate managers to sell their retained equity interests to us upon their death, permanent incapacity or termination of employment and provide Affiliate managers a conditional right to require us to purchase such retained equity interests upon the occurrence of specified events. The purchase price of these conditional purchases are generally calculated based upon a multiple of the Affiliate's cash flow distributions, which is intended to represent fair value. Affiliate management partners are also permitted to sell their equity interests to other individuals or entities in certain cases, subject to our approval or other restrictions.


        We may pay for Affiliate equity purchases in cash, shares of our common stock or other forms of consideration and in all cases can consent to the transfer of these interests to other individuals or entities. Our cumulative redemption obligation for these interests has been presented as "Redeemable non-controlling interests" on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Changes in redeemable non-controlling interests for the three months ended March 31, 2009 are principally the result of changes to the value of these interests. Although the timing and amounts of these purchases are difficult to predict, we expect to repurchase approximately $50.0$100 million of Affiliate equity during 2009,the next twelve months, and, in such event, will own the cash flow associated with any equity repurchased.

Operating Cash Flow

        Cash flow from operations generally represents Net Income plus non-cash charges for amortization, deferred taxes, equity-based compensation and depreciation, as well as increases and decreases in our consolidated working capital.

        The decreaseincrease in cash flows from operations for the three months ended March 31, 20092010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008,2009, resulted principally from decreasedincreased Net Income of $47.8$29.5 million and reduced distributions from equity method investmentsa decrease in settlements of $14.0liabilities of $51.0 million, partially offset by a decrease in settlementscollections of liabilitiesinvestment advisory fees receivable of $21.6$30.3 million.

        In accordance with EITF 04-05, weWe consolidated $68.8$93.8 million and $63.3$97.3 million of client assets held in partnerships controlled by our Affiliates as of December 31, 20082009 and March 31, 20092010, respectively. Purchases of $6.6 million reduced operating cash flow in the first three months ended March 31, 2008. Sales of client assets generated $1.0 million ofand $0.3 million increased operating cash flow in the three months ended March 31, 2009.2009 and March 31, 2010, respectively.


Investing Cash Flow

        The net cash flow used in investing activities decreased $18.7increased $128.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 20092010 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008.2009. This was primarily the result of noan increase of $127.7 million in investments in new Affiliates in the current period and a decrease of purchases of investment securities of $5.6 million.period.

        In January 2009, we announced an agreement to restructure and postpone our previously announced transaction with Harding Loevner LLC ("Harding Loevner"). The amended agreement provides Harding Loevner the option to complete the transactionAs discussed above in Pending Investments, during the second halfquarter we completed our investment in Aston and plan to complete our investment in Pantheon.

Financing Cash Flow

        Net cash flows from financing activities increased $178.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2009. This was primarily as a result of an increase in net senior bank debt activity of $403.5 million, partially offset by $144.3 million received from settlements under our forward equity sale agreement in the first quarter of 2009 on terms substantially consistent(as discussed above) and an increase in repurchases of Affiliate equity of $86.3 million.

        Our investment in Artemis was financed through borrowings under our credit facility, and our investment in Aston was financed through the issuance of approximately 1.7 million shares of our common stock. We plan to finance our investment in Pantheon with borrowings under our credit facility and $100 million of proceeds from the original agreement.partial settlement of forward equity sales.

        Under past acquisition agreements, we are contingently liable, upon achievement of specified financial targets, to make payments of up to $232.0$378 million through 2012. In 2009,the remainder of 2010, we do not expect to make totalany significant payments of approximately $100.0 million to settle portions of these contingent obligationsobligations.

        Proceeds available under our Facility and forward equity sale agreements are sufficient to support our potential investment in Harding Loevner.

Financing Cash Flow

        Net cash flows from financing activities decreased $79.0 millionflow needs for the three months ended March 31, 2009, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2008. This was primarily as a result of our repayment of $233.5 million of senior bank debt, partially offset by $144.3 million received from settlements of our forward equity arrangement (as discussed above) and a decrease in distributions to non-controlling interests of $54.7 million.

        During 2008, we retired the outstanding floating rate convertible securities and issued approximately 7.0 million shares of common stock. Additionally, we repurchased the outstanding senior notes component of our 2004 PRIDES. The repurchase proceeds were used by the original holders to



fulfill their obligations under the related forward equity purchase contracts. We issued approximately 3.8 million shares of common stock to settle the forward equity purchase contracts.foreseeable future.

Contractual Obligations

        The following table summarizes our contractual obligations as of March 31, 2009:2010:

 
  
 Payments Due 
Contractual Obligations
 Total Remainder
of 2009
 2010-2011 2012-2013 Thereafter 
(in millions)
  
  
  
  
  
 

Senior convertible securities

 $1,057.5 $9.1 $36.3 $36.3 $975.8 

Junior convertible trust securities(1)

  1,815.5  28.1  75.0  75.0  1,637.4 

Leases

  86.6  13.7  31.1  21.0  20.8 

Other liabilities(2)

  11.1  8.9  2.2     
            

Total

 $2,970.7 $59.8 $144.6 $132.3 $2,634.0 
            

 
  
 Payments Due 
Contractual Obligations
 Total Remainder
of 2010
 2011-2012 2013-2014 Thereafter 
(in millions)
  
  
  
  
  
 

Senior bank debt

 $170.0 $ $170.0 $ $ 

Senior convertible securities(1)

  1,027.9  9.1  36.3  36.3  946.2 

Junior convertible trust preferred securities(2)

  1,727.2  27.8  74.1  74.1  1,551.2 

Leases

  69.4  13.3  26.6  17.9  11.6 

Other liabilities(3)

  18.3  18.3       
            

Total Contractual Obligations

 $3,012.8 $68.5 $307.0 $128.3 $2,509.0 
            

Contingent Obligations

 

 


 

 


 

 


 

 


 

 


 

Contingent payment obligations(4)

 $80.3 $ $80.3 $ $ 

(1)
The timing of debt payments assumes that outstanding debt is settled for cash or common stock at the applicable maturity dates. The amounts include the cash payment of fixed interest. Holders of the 2008 convertible notes may put their interests to us for $460 million in 2013, and holders of our zero coupon convertible notes may put their interests to us for $47 million in 2011.

(2)
As more fully discussed on page 31,33, consistent with industry practice, we do not consider our junior convertible trust preferred securities as debt for the purpose of determining our leverage ratio.


(2)(3)
Other liabilities reflect amounts payable to Affiliate managers related to our purchase of additional Affiliate equity interests (see Note 13 to the Consolidated Financial Statements).interests. This table does not include liabilities for uncertain tax positions ($21.422.2 million as of March 31, 2009)2010) as we cannot predict when such liabilities will be paid.

(4)
The amount of contingent payments related to business acquisitions disclosed in the table represents our expected settlement amounts. While the table above reflects our current estimates, the maximum settlement amount is $166 million for the remainder of 2010 and $212 million in periods after 2010.

Recent Accounting Developments

        In April 2009,During the FASB issued FSP FAS 115-2first quarter of 2010, we adopted a new standard that requires an enterprise to perform a qualitative analysis to determine whether its variable interests give it a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity ("VIE"). Under the standard, an enterprise has a controlling financial interest when it has (a) the power to direct the activities of a VIE that most significantly impact the entity's economic performance and FAS 124-2, "Recognition and Presentation of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments" (FSP FAS 115-2 and FAS 124-2). FSP FAS 115-2 and FAS 124-2 changes(b) the method for determining whether an other-than-temporary impairment exists for debt securities and the amountobligation to absorb losses of the impairment. FSP FAS 115-2entity or the right to receive benefits from the entity that could potentially be significant to the VIE. An enterprise that holds a controlling financial interest is deemed to be the primary beneficiary and FAS 124-2 is effectiverequired to consolidate the VIE. This new standard has been deferred for periods ending after June 15, 2009.certain entities that utilize the specialized accounting guidance for investment companies or that have the attributes of investment companies. The implementationadoption of the portions of this new standard willthat were not deferred did not have a material impact on our consolidated resultsConsolidated Financial Statements.

        During the first quarter of operations or2010, we adopted a new standard that eliminated the concept of a qualifying special-purpose entity ("QSPE"), changed the requirements for derecognizing financial position.

        In April 2009, the FASB issued FSP FAS 107-1, APB 28-1, "Interim Disclosures About Fair Valueassets, and required additional disclosures to enhance information reported to users of Financial Instruments" (FSP FAS 107-1 and APB 28-1). FSP FAS 107-1 and APB 28-1 requires fair value disclosures in financial statements by providing greater transparency about transfers of financial assets, including an entity's continuing involvement in and exposure to provide more timely information about the effectsrisks related to transferred financial assets. The standard also clarified the requirements for isolation and limitations on portions of current market conditions on financial instruments. FSP FAS 107-1 and APB 28-1 is effectiveassets that are eligible for periods ending after June 15, 2009.sale accounting. The implementationadoption of this new standard willdid not have a material impact on our consolidated results of operations or financial position.Consolidated Financial Statements.

        In April 2009, the FASB issued FSP FAS 157-4, "Determining Fair Value When the Volume and Level of Activity for the Asset or Liability Have Significantly Decreased and Identifying Transactions That Are Not Orderly" (FSP FAS 157-4). FSP FAS 157-4 amends FAS 157 and provides guidance for estimating fair value in accordance with FAS 157 when the volume and level of activity for the asset or liability have significantly decreased and also includes guidance on identifying circumstances that indicate a transaction is not orderly for fair value measurements. FSP FAS 157-4 is effective for periods ending after June 15, 2009. We did not early adopt this guidance and are currently evaluating this new FSP but do not believe that it will have a significant impact on the determination or reporting of our financial results.



Item 3.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

        There have been no significant changes to our Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk in the three months ended March 31, 2009.2010. Please refer to Item 7A in our 20082009 Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Item 4.    Controls and Procedures

        We carried out an evaluation under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures during the quarter covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Based upon that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of the end of the quarter covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, our disclosure controls and procedures are effective in ensuring that (i) the information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act") is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and forms, and (ii) such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officers as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. In designing and evaluating our disclosure controls and procedures, we recognize that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable



assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and our management necessarily was required to apply its judgment in evaluating and implementing possible controls and procedures. Based upon that evaluation,Our disclosure controls and procedures were designed to provide reasonable assurance of achieving their stated objectives and our Chief Executive Officerprincipal executive officer and Chief Financial Officerprincipal financial officers concluded that as of March 31, 2009, our disclosure controls and procedures are effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us inat the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.reasonable assurance level. We continue to review on an ongoing basis and document our disclosure controls and procedures, and our internal control over financial reporting, and we may from time to time make changes aimed at enhancingin an effort to enhance their effectiveness and ensuringensure that our systems evolve with our business.

        There was noNo change in our internal control over financial reporting that(as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) occurred during the quarter covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.



PART II—OTHER INFORMATION

Item 6.    Exhibits

        The exhibits are listed on the Exhibit Index and are included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.



SIGNATURES

        Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

  AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC.
(Registrant)
May 11, 200910, 2010  

 

 

/s/ DARRELL W. CRATE

Darrell W. Crate
on behalf of the Registrant as Executive Vice President,
President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
(and also as Principal Financial and Principal
Accounting Officer)


EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No. Description
 10.12.1 First AmendmentPurchase and Sale Agreement by and among Frank Russell Company, The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (solely with respect to Section 4.18 and Section 4.19) and Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. dated as of February 10, 2010.*


10.1


Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of March 25, 2009,November 27, 2007, by and among the Company,Affiliated Managers Group, Inc., Bank of America, N.A., as Administrative Agent,administrative agent, and the several lenders from time to time parties thereto.


10.2


Distribution Agency Agreement, dated May 1, 2009, bythereto, and between the Company, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporatedschedules and Bankexhibits thereto effective as of America, N.A.


10.3


Form of Confirmation Letter Agreement, dated May 1, 2009, by and between the Company and Bank of America, N.A.November 27, 2007.

 

31.1

 

Certification of Registrant's Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 

31.2

 

Certification of Registrant's Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 

32.1

 

Certification of Registrant's Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 

32.2

 

Certification of Registrant's Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

*
Schedules have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(2) of Regulation S-K. Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. undertakes to furnish supplemental copies of any of the omitted schedules upon request by the Securities and Exchange Commission.



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PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION
AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (dollars in thousands, except per share data) (unaudited)
AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands) (unaudited)
AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (dollars in thousands) (unaudited)
AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (in thousands) (unaudited)
AFFILIATED MANAGERS GROUP, INC. NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SIGNATURES
EXHIBIT INDEX