1 October 2026
London and Frankfurt– Janus Henderson today announces that all necessary regulatory approvals have now been received and the acquisition of Rantum Capital has completed. Rantum is a Frankfurt-based private markets investment manager focused on private credit and private equity solutions across the DACH region. The acquisition strengthens Janus Henderson’s private markets capabilities and expands its presence in Europe, an important institutional market for the firm.
Ali Dibadj, Chief Executive Officer of Janus Henderson, said:
“We are delighted to welcome the Rantum team to Janus Henderson. The completion of this acquisition strengthens our private markets capabilities and enhances our ability to meet growing client demand for private credit and private equity solutions in a strategically important market”.
Dirk Notheis, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Rantum Capital, said:
“Everyone at Rantum is excited to be part of Janus Henderson. We share a strong entrepreneurial culture and commitment to clients, and by combining our local private markets expertise with Janus Henderson’s global reach, we believe we are well positioned to create long-term value for investors across Europe.”
The acquisition of Rantum further expands Janus Henderson’s private markets platform, building on capabilities added through recent strategic acquisitions and partnerships, including Privacore, Victory Park Capital and NBK Capital Partners. Combined with the firm’s established fixed income franchise these capabilities enhance Janus Henderson’s ability to provide clients with access to opportunities across public and private markets.
For additional information on the acquisition, please read the announcement press release here.
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