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title: UK asset managers media reputation tracker – September 2026
canonical_url: https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09
type: dataset
publisher: Omniscan
sector: UK Asset Managers
period: September 2026
coverage_start: '2026-09-01'
coverage_end: '2026-09-30'
date_published: '2026-10-04'
last_updated: '2026-10-04'
organisations: 11
articles_analysed: 1054
mentions: 899
data_download: https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/data.json
summary: BlackRock had the highest average monthly share of coverage (25.1%) among
  11 asset managers in UK earned media from 1 September 2026 to 30 September 2026,
  ahead of Schroders (17.7%) and Aberdeen Group (10.9%).
---

# UK asset managers media reputation tracker: September 2026 (1 September 2026–30 September 2026)

> BlackRock had the highest average monthly share of coverage (25.1%) among 11 asset managers in UK earned media from 1 September 2026 to 30 September 2026, ahead of Schroders (17.7%) and Aberdeen Group (10.9%). M&G had the most favourable net tone (+46). Omniscan analysed 1,054 articles containing 899 mentions of the asset managers tracked.

Interactive version: https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09

## UK Asset Managers ranking by share of coverage, September 2026

| Rank | Organisation | Average monthly share of coverage | Mentions | Positive | Neutral | Negative | Net tone |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | BlackRock | 25.1% | 226 | 34% | 57% | 9% | +25 |
| 2 | Schroders | 17.7% | 159 | 25% | 71% | 4% | +21 |
| 3 | Aberdeen Group | 10.9% | 98 | 34% | 59% | 7% | +27 |
| 4 | Baillie Gifford | 9.5% | 85 | 28% | 66% | 6% | +22 |
| 5 | M&G | 9.1% | 82 | 48% | 51% | 1% | +46 |
| 6 | Invesco | 8.0% | 72 | 47% | 50% | 3% | +44 |
| 7 | Columbia Threadneedle | 5.9% | 53 | 38% | 62% | 0% | +38 |
| 8 | Janus Henderson | 4.9% | 44 | 43% | 52% | 5% | +39 |
| 9 | Liontrust | 3.8% | 34 | 41% | 50% | 9% | +32 |
| 10 | Ninety One | 3.1% | 28 | 43% | 50% | 7% | +36 |
| 11 | Jupiter | 2.0% | 18 | 33% | 56% | 11% | +22 |

## Asset managers in detail

### BlackRock

**Infrastructure talks and retirement framework anchor BlackRock’s September lead**

BlackRock ranked 1st of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (25.1%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 226 mentions and a net tone of +25.

Reuters relayed Bloomberg’s report that a BlackRock- and IFM-backed consortium was in exclusive talks for Stack Infrastructure’s Asia-Pacific data-centre portfolio, potentially valued at up to $25bn; Reuters said it could not independently verify the report. BlackRock ranked first with 226 mentions and a 25.1% share of tracked-company mentions. Mandates, partnerships and investment activity and products and fund launches jointly led the subject mix with 42 mentions each, followed by fund flows and assets under management with 39, and investment views and market commentary with 31. Reuters Breakingviews examined BlackRock’s customisable target-date retirement framework, while Reuters separately reported that redemption requests at its HPS Corporate Lending Fund stood at about 11.5% of shares, with the fund set to repurchase its customary 5%. Investment commentary included BlackRock’s view that artificial intelligence and digital assets are converging, its proposed 50/30/20 allocation across equities, bonds and private markets, and its preference for selected fixed-income opportunities amid elevated yields. Other developments covered during the month included BlackRock-managed funds joining a $1bn investment in Adani Airport Holdings and Anthropic launching a financial-adviser product connected to BlackRock’s platform.

Key messages:

- BlackRock accounted for 25.1% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #1 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Products & Fund Launches and Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity.
- 226 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Potential acquisition of Stack Infrastructure’s Asia-Pacific data-centre portfolio — Reuters

Leading themes:

- Products & Fund Launches: 18.6% of BlackRock's coverage (theme index 2.19, net tone +24)
- Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity: 18.6% of BlackRock's coverage (theme index 1.84, net tone +24)
- Fund Flows & AUM: 17.3% of BlackRock's coverage (theme index 5.53, net tone +31)

Notable positive coverage:

- 1 September 2026, morningstar.com: [Mitsubishi UFJ, BlackRock to Discuss Collaboration on Private Credit in Japan](https://www.morningstar.com/news/dow-jones/202609011347/mitsubishi-ufj-blackrock-to-discuss-collaboration-on-private-credit-in-japan). Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group plans to discuss a potential collaboration with BlackRock to develop private-credit opportunities in Japan. The initiative follows BlackRock's 2025 acquisition of HPS Investment Partners.
- 2 September 2026, cnbc.com: [Yields surged to kick off September. BlackRock spots solid income in this corner of the market](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/02/yields-surged-to-kick-off-september-blackrock-spots-solid-income-here.html). BlackRock's iShares investment-strategy head says elevated Treasury yields create selective fixed-income income opportunities while warranting caution on long-duration bonds. The firm favours investment-grade credit, highly rated speculative-grade debt, securitised assets, real-asset-backed credit and TIPS.
- 2 September 2026, moneymarketing.co.uk: [BlackRock leads as passive funds dominate European flows](https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/blackrock-leads-as-passive-funds-dominate-european-flows/). Morningstar data says BlackRock remains Europe's largest fund manager, with more assets than Amundi and UBS combined. The article also reports that passive products captured 75% of European net fund flows in the second quarter and active ETFs continue to grow.

Notable negative coverage:

- 11 September 2026, quoteddata.com: [BlackRock Income and Growth puts future up for review](https://quoteddata.com/2026/09/blackrock-income-and-growth-puts-future-up-for-review/). BlackRock Income and Growth has begun a strategic review because of its small scale, limited liquidity and operating costs. The trust has a persistent NAV discount and underperformed its benchmark over the six months to April 2026.
- 29 September 2026, reuters.com: [EXCLUSIVE: US lawmakers including Sen. Warren push energy regulators to reject acquisition of power company AES](https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-lawmakers-including-sen-warren-push-energy-regulators-reject-acquisition-2026-09-29/). US lawmakers have urged federal energy regulators to reject BlackRock Global Infrastructure Partners' proposed $33.4 billion acquisition of AES, citing risks to consumer electricity bills. The deal is being pursued alongside EQT and other investors.
- 15 September 2026, theguardian.com: [Top 20 private equity firms's energy assets emit $1.5bn tons of greenhouse gas a year, analysis finds](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/sep/15/private-equity-firms-energy-assets-greenhouse-gas). A climate-risk consortium report says BlackRock, including its GIP business, increased fossil-fuel holdings versus 2024. The article raises concerns over BlackRock GIP's potential involvement in an AES acquisition that could add coal and gas power assets.

- [BlackRock deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=blackrock&view=deep-dive)
- [BlackRock PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/blackrock.pdf)

### Schroders

**Nuveen preparations and product expansion shape Schroders’ September profile**

Schroders ranked 2nd of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (17.7%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 159 mentions and a net tone of +21.

Reuters reported Schroders’ appointment of Matthew Westerman as chair ahead of the expected completion of its £9.9bn sale to Nuveen. Schroders ranked second with 159 mentions, representing 17.7% of tracked-company mentions. Investment views and market commentary was the largest subject area with 40 mentions, followed by mergers, acquisitions and consolidation with 32, investment trust governance and activism with 21, and products and fund launches with 16. The Financial Times also reported that Schroders’ wealth division was considering acquisitions as it refocused on high-net-worth clients while retaining and investing in Cazenove Capital. Product coverage included active European and Japanese equity ETFs and two fixed-income ETFs, while Schroders Capital closed its Global Direct IV private-equity co-investment fund with $1.3bn of commitments. Other material developments included heavy oversubscription of Schroders Capital Global Innovation’s £28m tender offer and scrutiny of Schroders’ vote against Babcock chair Dame Ruth Cairnie over diversity concerns.

Key messages:

- Schroders accounted for 17.7% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #2 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Investment Views & Market Commentary and Mergers, Acquisitions & Consolidation.
- 159 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Matthew Westerman appointed chair ahead of the Nuveen deal close — Reuters.

Leading themes:

- Investment Views & Market Commentary: 25.2% of Schroders's coverage (theme index 1.55, net tone +5)
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Consolidation: 20.1% of Schroders's coverage (theme index 6.48, net tone +3)
- Investment Trust Governance & Activism: 13.2% of Schroders's coverage (theme index 1.5, net tone −14)

Notable positive coverage:

- 2 September 2026, funds-europe.com: [Schroders expands active ETF range with European and Japanese equity launches](https://funds-europe.com/schroders-expands-active-etf-range-with-european-and-japanese-equity-launches/). Schroders launched active UCITS ETFs investing in European and Japanese equities. The launches extend its active ETF range, whose AUM has reached $3.7 billion in under a year.
- 2 September 2026, trustnet.com: [Schroders expands active ETF range with European and Japanese equity funds](https://www.trustnet.com/news/13483873/schroders-expands-active-etf-range-with-european-and-japanese-equity-funds). Schroders launched active European and Japanese equity UCITS ETFs, expanding its active ETF range to six products. The firm said the launches respond to client demand for active ETF exposure.
- 2 September 2026, portfolio-adviser.com: [Schroders bolsters active ETF range with two new launches](https://portfolio-adviser.com/schroders-bolsters-active-etf-range-with-two-new-launches/). Schroders launched active European and Japanese equity ETFs, managed by its quantitative team. The funds will list first on Xetra before subsequent UK, Italian and Swiss listings.

Notable negative coverage:

- 9 September 2026, realassets.ipe.com: [People moves: Sullivan joins VICI Properties; CIM Group ...](https://realassets.ipe.com/news/people-moves-sullivan-joins-vici-properties-cim-group-names-lerer-md/10138368.article). ICG has hired Augustin Segard from Schroders Capital, where he was head of junior infrastructure debt, to help establish its European infrastructure-debt strategy.
- 29 September 2026, lse.co.uk: [Schroders private markets boss to leave as Nuveen takes over](https://www.lse.co.uk/news/schroders-private-markets-boss-to-leave-as-nuveen-takes-over-q1igbve20uug9ud.html). Schroders Capital private-markets head Georg Wunderlin will leave at the end of October as Schroders prepares for integration following its takeover by Nuveen. The departure forms part of a wider leadership shake-up.
- 17 September 2026, lse.co.uk: [IN BRIEF: Schroder European Real Estate Q3 net asset value lower](https://www.lse.co.uk/news/in-brief-schroder-european-real-estate-q3-net-asset-value-lower-4puce0qhg5gufo9.html). Schroder European Real Estate Investment Trust reported an 8.8% annual fall in NAV per share to 109.3 euro cents at June 30. The trust is pursuing a managed wind-down and capital return to address its persistent share-price discount to NAV.

- [Schroders deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=schroders&view=deep-dive)
- [Schroders PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/schroders.pdf)

### Aberdeen Group

**Board succession and launches frame Aberdeen’s September profile**

Aberdeen Group ranked 3rd of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (10.9%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 98 mentions and a net tone of +27.

Aberdeen’s appointment of former Sampo chief executive Torbjörn Magnusson as non-executive director and chair-designate was a prominent development, with Proactive Investors also reporting a rise in its shares following the announcement. Aberdeen Group ranked third, recording 98 mentions and a 10.9% share of tracked-company mentions. Investment views and market commentary was the largest subject area with 24 mentions, followed by leadership and fund-manager moves with 20, investment trust governance and activism with 15, and corporate strategy, technology and operations with nine. Trust coverage included the proposed merger of Aberdeen UK Smaller Cos Growth Trust into JPMorgan UK Small Cap Growth & Income and difficulties affecting Aberdeen Property Income Trust’s wind-down. Leadership coverage also included Caroline Hertrich’s appointment as head of UK and EMEA ETF strategy, while product developments encompassed an emerging-markets enhanced-index fund and the proposed Hedge Fund Legends vehicle, targeting about $200 million. This Is Money examined the group’s turnaround under Jason Windsor, citing its restored brand, Interactive Investor’s growth, increased ownership of Tritax Management and improving profitability, alongside continued net fund outflows.

Key messages:

- Aberdeen Group accounted for 10.9% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #3 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Investment Views & Market Commentary and Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves.
- 98 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Proactive Investors: Aberdeen appointed Torbjörn Magnusson as non-executive director and chair-designate.

Leading themes:

- Investment Views & Market Commentary: 24.5% of Aberdeen Group's coverage (theme index 1.44, net tone 0)
- Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves: 20.4% of Aberdeen Group's coverage (theme index 2.18, net tone +70)
- Investment Trust Governance & Activism: 15.3% of Aberdeen Group's coverage (theme index 1.73, net tone 0)

Notable positive coverage:

- 7 September 2026, fundselectorasia.com: [Aberdeen partners with Finloop to offer tokenised private markets strategy in HK](https://fundselectorasia.com/aberdeen-partners-with-finloop-to-offer-tokenised-private-markets-strategy-in-hk/). Aberdeen Investments appointed Finloop Finance to distribute tokenised interests in its global semi-liquid private-markets strategy to professional investors in Hong Kong. The partnership broadens access to Aberdeen-managed alternatives through Finloop's wealth-technology platform.
- 9 September 2026, sharecast.com: [Aberdeen names Torbjorn Magnusson as chair‑designate](https://www.sharecast.com/news/news-and-announcements/aberdeen-names-torbjorn-magnusson-as-chair8209designate--23520912.html). Aberdeen Group appointed former Sampo chief executive Torbjörn Magnusson as non-executive director and chair-designate, subject to regulatory approval. He will succeed chair Douglas Flint following the 2026 AGM timetable.
- 9 September 2026, proactiveinvestors.co.uk: [FTSE 100 Live: Aberdeen leads risers as London remains under pressure](https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/companies/news/1098262/ftse-100-live-aberdeen-leads-risers-as-london-remains-under-pressure-1098262.html). Aberdeen Group appointed former Sampo chief executive Torbjörn Magnusson as a non-executive director and chair-designate, subject to regulatory approval. Its shares rose after the announcement, with investors portrayed as welcoming the appointment.

Notable negative coverage:

- 18 September 2026, theaic.co.uk: [Aberdeen UK Smaller seeks out merger with JPMorgan UK Small Cap after difficult five years for trust and sector](https://www.theaic.co.uk/aic/news/industry-news/aberdeen-uk-smaller-seeks-out-merger-with-jpmorgan-uk-small-cap-after). Aberdeen UK Smaller Companies Growth Trust plans to merge into JPMorgan UK Small Cap after sustained shrinkage, weak liquidity and challenging investment performance. The trust board cited fee pressure and performance below its benchmark and peers under Aberdeen's managers.
- 18 September 2026, scottishfinancialnews.com: [Far Ralia sale stalls for Aberdeen Property Income Trust as costs mount and delisting mooted](https://www.scottishfinancialnews.com/articles/far-ralia-sale-stalls-for-aberdeen-property-income-trust-as-costs-mount-and-delisting-mooted). Aberdeen Property Income Trust’s sale of the Far Ralia estate has stalled, delaying its planned wind-down and prompting consideration of a London Stock Exchange delisting. Falling NAV, a widening discount and sharply higher ongoing charges are reported.
- 30 September 2026, finance.yahoo.com: [J.P. Morgan favors European platforms on growth, sees UK backdrop as drag](https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/j-p-morgan-favors-european-115310551.html). J.P. Morgan downgraded Aberdeen Group to Neutral from Overweight and set a 267p target price. The bank said a challenging UK backdrop could limit the platform operator's near-term growth.

- [Aberdeen Group deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=aberdeengroup&view=deep-dive)
- [Aberdeen Group PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/aberdeengroup.pdf)

### Baillie Gifford

**Saba challenge dominates Baillie Gifford’s September profile**

Baillie Gifford ranked 4th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (9.5%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 85 mentions and a net tone of +22.

Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust urged shareholders to reject Saba Capital’s attempt to appoint three directors, describing the board challenge as a threat to its independence and investment strategy. Baillie Gifford ranked fourth with 85 mentions and a 9.5% share of tracked-company mentions. Investment trust governance and activism dominated the subject mix with a count of 34, ahead of fund performance and ratings at 15, mandates and investment activity at 11, and investment views at nine. Performance coverage included Schiehallion’s 29.1% six-month NAV return and higher valuations for the Zipline and Anthropic holdings of Baillie Gifford-managed trusts. Reuters reported that Scottish Mortgage had cut its China exposure to 11%, while retaining selected Chinese technology and automotive investments. September coverage also revisited Baillie Gifford’s June launch of BAGEY, a tokenised fixed-income fund for eligible professional investors, with dealing in fiat or USDC. The Guardian noted criticism over fossil-fuel and Israel-linked investments that led Baillie Gifford to end nine literary-festival partnerships in 2024.

Key messages:

- Baillie Gifford accounted for 9.5% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #4 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Investment Trust Governance & Activism and Fund Performance & Ratings.
- 85 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust urged investors to block Saba Capital’s board challenge — This Is Money.

Leading themes:

- Investment Trust Governance & Activism: 40.0% of Baillie Gifford's coverage (theme index 6.26, net tone −9)
- Fund Performance & Ratings: 17.6% of Baillie Gifford's coverage (theme index 3.19, net tone +40)
- Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity: 12.9% of Baillie Gifford's coverage (theme index 1.06, net tone +100)

Notable positive coverage:

- 1 September 2026, scotsman.com: [Former Baillie Gifford chief joins board of Scots investment syndicate](https://www.scotsman.com/business/former-baillie-gifford-chief-joins-board-of-scots-investment-syndicate-8952727). Former Baillie Gifford joint senior partner and chief investment officer Richard Burns has joined TriCapital Angels as a non-executive director. The article credits his 33-year Baillie Gifford career with helping build the firm into a leading European investment house.
- 21 September 2026, scottishfinancialnews.com: [Baillie Gifford in AI partnership with Essentia Analytics](https://www.scottishfinancialnews.com/articles/baillie-gifford-in-ai-partnership-with-essentia-analytics). Baillie Gifford has become a founding partner in Essentia Analytics' AI Partner Program, gaining early access to behavioural-investment analytics for its internal data and AI environment. The firm says the partnership should strengthen investment decision-making and long-term client outcomes.
- 23 September 2026, trustnet.com: [What Scottish Mortgage is buying with its SpaceX profits](https://www.trustnet.com/news/13484692/what-scottish-mortgage-is-buying-with-its-spacex-profits). Baillie Gifford-managed Scottish Mortgage is reducing its oversized SpaceX holding after its value rose substantially, recycling proceeds into AI infrastructure, energy and other growth investments. The trust has also exited Tesla and Netflix as part of its portfolio repositioning.

Notable negative coverage:

- 30 September 2026, quoteddata.com: [Saba ally Sessa increases stake in Baillie Gifford US Growth to 7.7% as trust’s chair appeals to shareholders to vote](https://quoteddata.com/2026/09/saba-ally-sessa-increases-stake-in-baillie-gifford-us-growth-to-7-7-as-trusts-chair-appeals-to-shareholders-to-vote/). Sessa Capital increased its stake in Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust to 7.7%, strengthening activist Saba's challenge to the trust board before its AGM. The board warns that a successful Saba campaign could lead to Baillie Gifford being replaced as manager and its investment strategy ending.
- 16 September 2026, cityam.com: [Gore Street Energy narrowly defeats Saba's wind down vote](https://www.cityam.com/gore-street-energy-narrowly-defeats-sabas-wind-down-vote/). Gore Street Energy Fund narrowly defeated Saba Capital's wind-down proposals, while the article notes Saba has launched a further board challenge at Baillie Gifford-managed US Growth Trust. The move is described as Saba's third attempt against the trust in under two years.
- 18 September 2026, citywire.com: [Friday papers: Gilts rally as Bank of England pauses bond ...](https://citywire.com/wealth-manager/news/friday-papers-gilts-rally-as-bank-of-england-pauses-bond-sales/a2498278). A newspaper-roundup item reports that Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust has raised concerns over hedge fund manager Boaz Weinstein's attempt to take control. The issue concerns shareholder activism at the Baillie Gifford-managed trust.

- [Baillie Gifford deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=bailliegifford&view=deep-dive)
- [Baillie Gifford PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/bailliegifford.pdf)

### M&G

**Results, investment activity and launches shape M&G’s September profile**

M&G ranked 5th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (9.1%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 82 mentions and a net tone of +46.

M&G’s half-year results led the September agenda: Reuters reported adjusted operating profit of £435m and £2.4bn of open-business net inflows, while City AM highlighted the £165m loss following a £325m ground-rent asset write-down. M&G recorded 82 mentions, representing 9.1% of tracked-company mentions and placing it fifth among the fund houses measured. Financial results and share price formed the largest subject area with 32 mentions, followed by mandates, partnerships and investment activity with 15, leadership and fund-manager moves with 13, and products and fund launches with six. Investment stories included €56m of forward funding for a 145-home Berlin residential development, while product coverage included a 2031 fixed-maturity bond fund and the €457m fifth Margay collateralised loan obligation. Leadership coverage centred on Gad Amar’s appointment to the newly created role of head of the EMEA client group, alongside reporting on Micaela Forelli’s European distribution responsibilities. M&G’s research on demand for human financial advice and its AVA pilot added a technology strand, while Bloomberg carried Maria Municchi’s assessment that investors were becoming more cautious about the AI trade.

Key messages:

- M&G accounted for 9.1% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #5 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Financial Results & Share Price and Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity.
- 82 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Half-year profit beat expectations as open-business net inflows reached £2.4bn — Reuters.

Leading themes:

- Financial Results & Share Price: 39.0% of M&G's coverage (theme index 11.39, net tone +25)
- Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity: 18.3% of M&G's coverage (theme index 1.57, net tone +80)
- Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves: 15.9% of M&G's coverage (theme index 1.58, net tone +62)

Notable positive coverage:

- 3 September 2026, reuters.com: [British insurer and money manager M&G's half-year profit beats expectations](https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/british-insurer-money-manager-mgs-half-year-profit-beats-expectations-2026-09-03/). M&G reported first-half adjusted operating profit of £435m, beating consensus expectations of £429m. Net inflows of £2.4bn from open business, including support from Japanese partner Daiichi Life, helped offset market volatility.
- 3 September 2026, funds-europe.com: [M&G’s Pinto sees continued importance in international growth as AI boosts asset management capacity](https://funds-europe.com/mgs-pinto-sees-continued-importance-in-international-growth-as-ai-boosts-asset-management-capacity/). M&G Asset Management reported first-half net inflows of £2.2bn, a 24% rise in adjusted operating profit and an asset base of £356bn. CEO Joseph Pinto outlined international expansion, private-markets diversification and AI-enabled operating efficiency plans.
- 3 September 2026, proactiveinvestors.co.uk: [Jefferies and Panmure Liberum highlight M&G's progress towards 2027 targets](https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/companies/news/1098048/jefferies-and-panmure-liberum-highlight-m-g-s-progress-towards-2027-targets-1098048.html). Jefferies and Panmure Liberum said M&G's first-half results showed strong profits, net inflows, capital strength and progress towards its 2027 targets. Jefferies retained a buy rating and highlighted improving cost efficiency and external asset growth.

Notable negative coverage:

- 23 September 2026, proactiveinvestors.co.uk: [RBC stays neutral on M&G as dividend growth lags peers](https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/a/541f5c58/rbc-stays-neutral-on-mandg-as-dividend-growth-lags-peers). RBC retained its sector-perform rating on M&G, citing limited expected upside, modest dividend-growth guidance and relatively expensive valuation metrics. The broker noted that first-half operating profit and capital generation were broadly in line, supported by higher AUM and reserves.

- [M&G deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=mg&view=deep-dive)
- [M&G PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/mg.pdf)

### Invesco

**Investor technology and ETF launches define Invesco’s September profile**

Invesco ranked 6th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (8.0%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 72 mentions and a net tone of +44.

Invesco launched its Personalised Investor Engine with Zopa, using behavioural profiling and tailored prompts to encourage cash savers to invest. It ranked sixth with 72 mentions, representing 8.0% of tracked-company mentions. Corporate strategy, technology and operations was the largest subject area with 15 mentions, followed by products and fund launches with 12; leadership recorded ten and fund flows nine. Product activity included four factor-based actively managed Enhanced Equity UCITS ETFs, more than doubling the size of that range. Leadership coverage reported that Invesco Asia Dragon manager Ian Hargreaves would retire after more than 30 years, with Fiona Yang and Marc Ye continuing under an unchanged investment strategy. Other material developments included Invesco’s research showing $111bn of industry-wide EMEA ETF inflows across July and August, and an 86% increase in Invesco Global Equity Income Investment Trust’s market value to £510m.

Key messages:

- Invesco accounted for 8% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #6 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Corporate Strategy, Technology & Operations and Products & Fund Launches.
- 72 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Personalised Investor Engine launched with Zopa — Money Marketing

Leading themes:

- Corporate Strategy, Technology & Operations: 20.8% of Invesco's coverage (theme index 2.87, net tone +53)
- Products & Fund Launches: 16.7% of Invesco's coverage (theme index 1.58, net tone +75)
- Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves: 13.9% of Invesco's coverage (theme index 1.35, net tone +20)

Notable positive coverage:

- 1 September 2026, fundselectorasia.com: [Invesco's Andrew Lo to retire](https://fundselectorasia.com/invescos-andrew-lo-to-retire/). Invesco Asia-Pacific head Andrew Lo will retire on 31 March after 32 years with the firm. Marty Franc will succeed him as head of Asia Pacific during the first quarter of 2027, while Lo becomes chairman emeritus for the region.
- 3 September 2026, citywire.com: [Invesco appoints Saul Santamaría to strengthen its ETF business strategy across Latin America and US Offshore](https://citywire.com/americas/news/invesco-appoints-saul-santamar%C3%ADa-to-strengthen-its-etf-business-strategy-across-latin-america-and-us-offshore/a2497250). Invesco has appointed Saúl Santamaría to expand ETF commercial coverage across Latin America and the US offshore market. The firm says it manages more than US$20bn in ETF assets in these markets.
- 9 September 2026, m.economictimes.com: [Invesco’s ₹16,000 crore midcap fund delivered 426% return in 10 years. Aditya Khemani reveals the strategy](https://m.economictimes.com/markets/stocks/news/invescos-16000-crore-midcap-fund-delivered-426-return-in-10-years-aditya-khemani-reveals-the-strategy/articleshow/133952424.cms). Invesco India Midcap Fund delivered a 426% return over 10 years and has approximately ₹16,000 crore in assets under management. Head of equities Aditya Khemani outlined its concentrated, long-term earnings-focused investment approach.

Notable negative coverage:

- 4 September 2026, citywire.com: [Invesco verliert DACH-Vertriebschef nach nur einem Jahr](https://citywire.com/de/news/invesco-verliert-dach-vertriebschef-nach-nur-einem-jahr/a2497221). Invesco's DACH distribution chief is leaving the firm after only one year, reportedly at his own request. The departure is a senior regional distribution leadership move.

- [Invesco deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=invesco&view=deep-dive)
- [Invesco PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/invesco.pdf)

### Columbia Threadneedle

**Fund launches and ETF expansion shape Columbia Threadneedle’s September profile**

Columbia Threadneedle ranked 7th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (5.9%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 53 mentions and a net tone of +38.

Columbia Threadneedle launched an emerging-markets active ETF and introduced global and European bond strategies during September. It recorded 53 mentions and a 5.9% share of tracked-company mentions, ranking seventh among the cohort. Investment views and market commentary was the largest subject area with 16 mentions, followed by products and fund launches with 11, fund performance and ratings with nine, and mandates, partnerships and investment activity with eight. The firm also recruited Gianluca Di Mascio and Karan Bhanot to support its active ETF expansion, alongside three appointments across credit, global equities and client portfolio management. Other developments included a public-private products partnership with Hamilton Lane and the sale of a refurbished Leeds warehouse. F&C Investment Trust reduced its US-equity exposure by £240m, while Reuters featured fund manager James Thorne’s assessment of the proposed UK first-time-buyer scheme.

Key messages:

- Columbia Threadneedle accounted for 5.9% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #7 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Investment Views & Market Commentary and Products & Fund Launches.
- 53 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Emerging-markets active ETF launch — Demócrata

Leading themes:

- Investment Views & Market Commentary: 30.2% of Columbia Threadneedle's coverage (theme index 1.77, net tone +6)
- Products & Fund Launches: 20.8% of Columbia Threadneedle's coverage (theme index 2, net tone +36)
- Fund Performance & Ratings: 17.0% of Columbia Threadneedle's coverage (theme index 2.82, net tone +56)

Notable positive coverage:

- 2 September 2026, wealthbriefing.com: [Who’s Moving Where In Wealth Management? – Columbia Threadneedle Investments, Fidelity International, Others](https://www.wealthbriefing.com/html/article.php/whos-moving-where-in-wealth-management--columbia-threadneedle-investments%2C-fidelity-international%2C-others-). Columbia Threadneedle Investments has hired Ciara Fitzgerald, Natasha Ebtehadj and Steve Nelson for its London investment teams. The appointments strengthen its investment-grade credit, global-equities and fixed-income client portfolio management capabilities.
- 3 September 2026, etfexpress.com: [Columbia Threadneedle expands active ETF range with launch of emerging markets equity ETF](https://etfexpress.com/2026/09/03/columbia-threadneedle-expands-active-etf-range-with-launch-of-emerging-markets-equity-etf/). Columbia Threadneedle Investments has launched the CT QR Series Emerging Markets Equity Active UCITS ETF, listed on Xetra, the London Stock Exchange and SIX Swiss Exchange. The fourth QR Series active ETF extends its active ETF offering using its proprietary quantitative research framework.
- 4 September 2026, funds-europe.com: [Columbia Threadneedle extends active ETF range](https://funds-europe.com/columbia-threadneedle-extends-active-etf-range/). Columbia Threadneedle has launched the CT QR Emerging Markets Equity Active UCITS ETF, the fourth fund in its Quant Redefined series. The actively managed ETF will list in London, Frankfurt and Switzerland.

- [Columbia Threadneedle deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=columbiathreadneedle&view=deep-dive)
- [Columbia Threadneedle PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/columbiathreadneedle.pdf)

### Janus Henderson

**Investment views and appointments shape Janus Henderson’s September profile**

Janus Henderson ranked 8th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (4.9%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 44 mentions and a net tone of +39.

Independent editorial coverage led with Janus Henderson portfolio manager Jeremiah Buckley’s view in CNBC that the gap between individual-stock and index volatility created an opportunity for active covered-call strategies. Its 44 mentions represented 4.9% of tracked-company mentions, placing the fund house eighth among the supplied peer group. The subject mix centred on investment views and market commentary with 11 mentions, followed by leadership and fund-manager moves with eight, while fund performance and mergers and acquisitions each accounted for six. WealthBriefing and other investment publications reported the appointments of Helen Jewell to lead EMEA and Asia-Pacific equities and Shilpee Raina to manage the Forty fund and Transformational Growth ETF. The Association of Investment Companies reported that managers Job Curtis and David Smith delivered a 21.9% investment return for City of London Investment Trust while maintaining its 60-year dividend-growth record. Elsewhere, Portfolio Adviser covered Janus Henderson’s finding that global share buybacks rose 26.8% year on year, while Ad-Hoc News retrospectively reported the group’s completed take-private transaction involving Trian Fund Management and General Catalyst.

Key messages:

- Janus Henderson accounted for 4.9% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #8 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Investment Views & Market Commentary and Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves.
- 44 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Covered-call opportunities arising from stock and index volatility — CNBC

Leading themes:

- Investment Views & Market Commentary: 25.0% of Janus Henderson's coverage (theme index 1.43, net tone +27)
- Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves: 18.2% of Janus Henderson's coverage (theme index 1.79, net tone +50)
- Fund Performance & Ratings: 13.6% of Janus Henderson's coverage (theme index 2.16, net tone +100)

Notable positive coverage:

- 1 September 2026, cnbc.com: ['Unusual gap' in stock options presents investors with big opportunity, Janus Henderson says](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/01/unusual-gap-in-stock-options-is-a-big-opportunity-janus-henderson.html). Janus Henderson portfolio manager Jeremiah Buckley says elevated individual-stock volatility versus index volatility creates an opportunity for active covered-call strategies to generate income. He argues managers can dynamically vary option coverage to retain more upside potential.
- 21 September 2026, portfolio-adviser.com: [Janus Henderson poaches BlackRock and JPMAM team](https://portfolio-adviser.com/janus-henderson-poaches-blackrock-and-jpmam-team/). Janus Henderson has hired Shilpee Raina to lead its Forty fund and Transformational Growth ETF, and Helen Jewell as head of EMEA and Asia-Pacific equities. Jewell joins from BlackRock, while Raina joins from JPMorgan Asset Management.
- 22 September 2026, fundselectorasia.com: [Janus Henderson bolsters global equities team](https://fundselectorasia.com/janus-henderson-bolsters-global-equities-team/). Janus Henderson has appointed Helen Jewell as head of EMEA and Asia-Pacific equities and Shilpee Raina as lead manager of its Forty fund and Transformational Growth ETF. Jewell joins from BlackRock, while the appointments follow the planned departure or retirement of incumbent investment leaders.

Notable negative coverage:

- 18 September 2026, kalkinemedia.com: [Janus Henderson Sustainable Credit Fund Posts $2.82M Operating Profit for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2026](https://kalkinemedia.com/au/news/announcements/janus-henderson-sustainable-credit-fund-posts-282m-operating-profit-for-fiscal-year-ending-june-30-2026). Janus Henderson Sustainable Credit Fund reported operating profit of $2.82m for the year to 30 June 2026, down from $5.42m a year earlier. Its ultimate parent, Janus Henderson Group, completed its acquisition by Trian and General Catalyst-affiliated funds on 30 June.

- [Janus Henderson deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=janushenderson&view=deep-dive)
- [Janus Henderson PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/janushenderson.pdf)

### Liontrust

**Hawksmoor acquisition anchors Liontrust’s September profile**

Liontrust ranked 9th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (3.8%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 34 mentions and a net tone of +32.

Liontrust’s agreement to acquire Hawksmoor’s fund-management and model-portfolio businesses led September’s coverage, with an initial £6 million payment, up to £4 million in deferred consideration and about £1.9 billion in additional assets. The appointment of Frederick Kerr-Smiley as deputy manager of the £300 million Global Innovation team provided a separate fund-management development. Liontrust ranked ninth with 34 mentions and a 3.8% share of tracked-company mentions. Mergers, acquisitions and consolidation dominated the subject mix with 15 mentions, followed by leadership and fund-manager moves with seven, financial results and share price with four, and mandates, partnerships and investment activity with two. Financial coverage included Berenberg’s reduction of its target price from 410p to 360p while retaining a buy rating, citing tougher markets, fund-manager departures and expected outflows alongside valuation and potential benefits from the River Global acquisition. Other developments included changes to the multi-asset team’s fixed-income allocations and the appointments of Miriam Greenwood as senior independent director and Mandy Donald as chair of the Sustainability Committee.

Key messages:

- Liontrust accounted for 3.8% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #9 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Mergers, Acquisitions & Consolidation and Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves.
- 34 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- Liontrust agreed to buy Hawksmoor’s businesses in a deal worth up to £10 million — FT Adviser.

Leading themes:

- Mergers, Acquisitions & Consolidation: 44.1% of Liontrust's coverage (theme index 9.54, net tone +87)
- Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves: 20.6% of Liontrust's coverage (theme index 2.02, net tone −14)
- Financial Results & Share Price: 11.8% of Liontrust's coverage (theme index 1.82, net tone −25)

Notable positive coverage:

- 24 September 2026, portfolio-adviser.com: [Liontrust names new Global Innovation fund manager](https://portfolio-adviser.com/liontrust-names-new-global-innovation-fund-manager/). Liontrust has appointed former Ninety One equity analyst Frederick Kerr-Smiley as deputy manager of its £300m Global Innovation team. The article also highlights the fund's top-quartile 10-year performance.
- 30 September 2026, ftadviser.com: [Liontrust agrees to buy Hawksmoor businesses in £10mn deal](https://www.ftadviser.com/content/69faa54d-1ac7-4a9e-95b5-250ddf6178be). Liontrust has agreed to buy Hawksmoor's fund management and model portfolio businesses for an initial GBP6 million, with up to GBP4 million in deferred consideration. The acquisition adds around GBP1.9 billion of assets and brings Hawksmoor's investment team into Liontrust.
- 30 September 2026, trustnet.com: [Liontrust to buy Hawksmoor businesses in £10m deal](https://www.trustnet.com/news/13484877/liontrust-to-buy-hawksmoor-businesses-in-10m-deal). Liontrust's proposed £10m acquisition of Hawksmoor's fund management and MPS operations would add about £1.9bn in assets and expand its multi-asset and adviser-market capabilities. Hawksmoor's investment team is expected to join Liontrust and continue managing the acquired strategies.

Notable negative coverage:

- 21 September 2026, lse.co.uk: [LONDON BROKER RATINGS: Peel Hunt cuts Barratt Redrow to 'hold'](https://www.lse.co.uk/news/london-broker-ratings-peel-hunt-cuts-barratt-redrow-to-hold-3utjuaessmrv5u6.html). Berenberg cut its Liontrust Asset Management price target to 360p from 410p while retaining a buy recommendation.
- 7 September 2026, trustnet.com: [Jupiter poaches Liontrust small-cap team as Service and Cable depart](https://www.trustnet.com/news/13484054/jupiter-poaches-liontrust-small-cap-team-as-service-and-cable-depart). Jupiter Asset Management has hired small-cap managers George Ensor and Mayan Uthayakumar from Liontrust as part of a restructuring of its UK equities capability. Jupiter said Tim Service and Matt Cable will leave in early 2027 as the incoming managers take responsibility for its small- and mid-cap range.

- [Liontrust deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=liontrust&view=deep-dive)
- [Liontrust PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/liontrust.pdf)

### Ninety One

**£3bn Standard Life mandate anchors Ninety One’s September profile**

Ninety One ranked 10th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (3.1%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 28 mentions and a net tone of +36.

Ninety One won two Standard Life mandates worth £3bn for emerging-market equity and Asia ex-Japan strategies, reported by FT Adviser and Portfolio Adviser. It ranked tenth with 28 mentions, representing 3.1% of tracked-company mentions. Investment views and market commentary led the subject mix at 14, compared with four for mandates, partnerships and investment activity, while fund performance and leadership moves each recorded two. Its investment specialists discussed weakening US global influence, broader technology leadership across Asian markets, active management and opportunities beyond capital-intensive businesses. Independent reporting also covered the Asia Pacific ex-Japan strategy’s 51.3% one-year return and Ninety One’s selection of Fenergo to consolidate compliance processes across three markets. Other company developments included a R6 million regulatory penalty for Ninety One Assurance, with R2.5 million suspended, and share purchases by a vehicle controlled by five executives.

Key messages:

- Ninety One accounted for 3.1% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #10 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Investment Views & Market Commentary and Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity.
- 28 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- £3bn Standard Life emerging-markets mandate — FT Adviser

Leading themes:

- Investment Views & Market Commentary: 50.0% of Ninety One's coverage (theme index 2.98, net tone +14)
- Mandates, Partnerships & Investment Activity: 14.3% of Ninety One's coverage (theme index 1.17, net tone +100)
- Other: 7.1% of Ninety One's coverage (theme index 6.22, net tone +100)

Notable positive coverage:

- 3 September 2026, portfolio-adviser.com: [Ninety One lands £3bn Standard Life EM mandate](https://portfolio-adviser.com/ninety-one-lands-3bn-standard-life-em-mandate/). Ninety One has won a £3bn Standard Life mandate for its Emerging Markets Equity and Asia ex-Japan strategies. Standard Life cited the manager's emerging-markets franchise, research capabilities and active investment process.
- 4 September 2026, ftadviser.com: [Ninety One’s emerging markets team win £3bn Standard Life mandate](https://www.ftadviser.com/content/00ed0763-6fac-4796-a91b-758883e80d5d). Ninety One has won two Standard Life mandates worth £3bn across emerging-market equity and Asia ex-Japan strategies. The article highlights strong recent performance for Ninety One’s Asian Equity and Emerging Market Equity funds.
- 8 September 2026, fintech.global: [Ninety One turns to Fenergo to modernise compliance](https://fintech.global/2026/09/08/ninety-one-turns-to-fenergo-to-modernise-compliance/). Ninety One has selected Fenergo's platform to consolidate client-lifecycle, KYC, transaction-monitoring and financial-crime processes across South Africa, the UK and Luxembourg. The firm says the technology partnership supports operational efficiency, compliance and long-term growth.

Notable negative coverage:

- 14 September 2026, moneyweb.co.za: [Capitec and Ninety One Assurance fined for administrative non-compliance](https://www.moneyweb.co.za/news/companies-and-deals/capitec-and-ninety-one-assurance-fined-for-administrative-non-compliancecapitec-and-ninety-one-assurance-limited-fined-for-administrative-non-compliance/). Ninety One Assurance, a Ninety One subsidiary, was fined R6 million by South Africa's Prudential Authority for shortcomings in its risk-management programme and enhanced client due diligence. The firm accepted the findings, paid the penalty and said there was no allegation of money laundering, client misconduct or financial harm.

- [Ninety One deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=ninetyone&view=deep-dive)
- [Ninety One PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/ninetyone.pdf)

### Jupiter

**UK equities overhaul defines Jupiter’s September coverage**

Jupiter ranked 11th of 11 by average monthly share of coverage (2.0%) in the UK Asset Managers benchmark for September 2026, with 18 mentions and a net tone of +22.

Jupiter hired George Ensor and Mayan Uthayakumar to rebuild its UK small- and mid-cap capability, while Tim Service and Matt Cable prepared to leave after transition. Rights and Issues Investment Trust subsequently began reviewing its management arrangements and withheld commitment to Jupiter’s proposed successors, placing the mandate under consideration. Jupiter recorded 18 mentions, representing 2.0% of tracked-company mentions and ranking 11th among the supplied cohort. Leadership and fund-manager moves dominated the subject mix with nine mentions, while financial and share-price matters and investment commentary each accounted for two. Other developments included Martin Hendry’s appointment as head of trading, the continuation of Jupiter’s share-buyback programme and an assessment concluding that its fund range provided value despite poor performers. Context: wider market articles cited Jupiter managers on government-bond risks, emerging-market debt and UK mid-cap benchmarks.

Key messages:

- Jupiter accounted for 2% of tracked-company mentions and ranked #11 among 11 in September 2026.
- Coverage concentrated on Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves and Financial Results & Share Price.
- 18 captured company mentions were recorded in September 2026.
- UK small-cap team restructuring and senior hires — IPE

Leading themes:

- Leadership & Fund-Manager Moves: 50.0% of Jupiter's coverage (theme index 5.12, net tone +56)
- Financial Results & Share Price: 11.1% of Jupiter's coverage (theme index 1.69, net tone 0)
- Other: 11.1% of Jupiter's coverage (theme index 9.79, net tone 0)

Notable positive coverage:

- 7 September 2026, portfolio-adviser.com: [Jupiter AM hires UK small-cap duo as two fund managers exit](https://portfolio-adviser.com/jupiter-am-hires-uk-small-cap-duo-as-two-fund-managers-exit/). Jupiter has hired UK small-cap managers George Ensor and Mayan Uthayakumar from River Global/Liontrust to take over its UK SMID range, while current managers Tim Service and Matt Cable will leave in early 2027. The changes form part of a restructuring of Jupiter's UK equities operation.
- 7 September 2026, funds-europe.com: [Jupiter AM recruits UK small cap equity team](https://funds-europe.com/jupiter-am-recruits-uk-small-cap-equity-team/). Jupiter Asset Management has hired UK small-cap specialists George Ensor and Mayan Uthayakumar from River Global, with both expected to join by January 2027. The hires support a wider restructuring of Jupiter's equities teams.
- 8 September 2026, international-adviser.com: [People Moves: Jupiter, Apex Group, Nomura, PIMFA](https://www.international-adviser.com/people-moves-jupiter-apex-group-nomura-pimfa/). Jupiter Asset Management has hired George Ensor and Mayan Uthayakumar from River Global for its restructured UK equities capability, while Tim Service and Matt Cable will depart. Liontrust is mentioned as River Global's recent acquirer.

Notable negative coverage:

- 7 September 2026, theaic.co.uk: [Rights and Issues reviewing management options after Jupiter manager departures](https://www.theaic.co.uk/aic/news/industry-news/rights-and-issues-reviewing-management-options-after-jupiter-manager). Rights and Issues Investment Trust is reviewing its management arrangements after Jupiter managers Matt Cable and Tim Service announced their departures. The board has not committed to Jupiter's proposed successor managers, creating potential risk to Jupiter's mandate.
- 7 September 2026, kalkinemedia.com: [Rights & Issues Investment Trust (RIII) to Evaluate Asset Management Strategy Following 2027 Departure of Jupiter Managers Matt Cable and Tim Service](https://kalkinemedia.com/uk/news/announcements/rights-issues-investment-trust-riii-to-evaluate-asset-management-strategy-following-2027-departure-of-jupiter-managers-matt-cable-and-tim-service). Rights & Issues Investment Trust will review its management arrangements after Jupiter managers Matt Cable and Tim Service are due to leave in early 2027. The departures form part of broader changes to Jupiter's small- and mid-cap team.

- [Jupiter deep dive](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09?entity=jupiter&view=deep-dive)
- [Jupiter PDF report](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09/reports/jupiter.pdf)

## Methodology

- **Share of coverage**: an organisation's mentions divided by all mentions of the organisations tracked in the same sector that month, in UK earned media. It is the central measure of media visibility in Omniscan benchmarks. "Average monthly share" is the mean of the monthly shares across the reporting period.
- **Mention**: one article that covers an organisation, classified as positive, neutral or negative in tone. Articles are deduplicated, and an organisation's own websites and passing sponsorship name-checks are excluded, so only earned media counts.
- **Net tone**: positive mentions minus negative mentions, as a percentage of all mentions (range −100 to +100).
- **Themes**: every article is assigned to one of the sector's editorial themes. A theme index above 1 means the organisation is covered on that theme more than its peers are; below 1 means less.
- **Calculation**: every figure is computed directly from the classified articles; narrative summaries are checked against those figures.
- **Sources**: UK national and international, trade and specialist, regional and local, and aggregator and syndication earned media.

## Other UK Asset Managers editions

- [UK asset managers media reputation tracker – 2026 year to date](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-ytd.md)
- [UK asset managers media reputation tracker – H1 2026](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-h1.md)
- [UK asset managers media reputation tracker – July 2026](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-07.md)
- [UK asset managers media reputation tracker – August 2026](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-08.md)
- [All Omniscan media benchmarks](https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks.md)

## How to cite

Omniscan, "UK asset managers media reputation tracker", September 2026 (1 September 2026–30 September 2026), published 4 October 2026. https://www.omniscan.ai/benchmarks/uk-asset-managers-2026-09