Man Group

Man Group has completed its $1.6bn purchase of GLG Partners, creating a diversified fund group running $63bn of assets.

UK - Man Group has completed its $1.6bn purchase of GLG Partners, creating a diversified fund group running $63bn of assets.

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Man Group has agreed to acquire GLG Partners in a deal worth $1.6bn.

UK - Man Group has agreed to acquire GLG Partners in a deal worth US$1.6bn.

Universities Superannuation Scheme has appointed Man Group to run a managed account for up to $1bn (£0.66bn).

UK - Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) has appointed Man Group to run a managed account for up to US$1bn.