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On May 19, 2016, Nomura Holdings acquired a non-controlling 41% economic interest in American Century Investments®. This expands the opportunities for each firm to reach new clients and provide a broader range of solutions to serve our investors' strategic interests.
Founded in 1925, Nomura Holdings is a financial services group headquartered in Asia, offering an integrated global network spanning 30 countries. Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporations and governments through four business divisions:
Driven by the insights of nearly 28,000 employees, Nomura puts clients at the center of everything they do, focusing on long-term partnerships and customized capabilities. Specializing in Japanese and Asian equities, they also manage competitive product categories such as high-yield bonds, absolute return strategies, smart beta and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Given the minimal overlap between American Century Investments' and Nomura's products and regional coverage, this thoughtful collaboration supports both firms' efforts to further diversify business interests globally and share our investment expertise for clients around the world. This includes leveraging Nomura's connections in Japan and Asia and American Century Investments' in the U.S.
Junko Nakagawa, CEO of Nomura Asset Management, and Jonathan Thomas, CEO of American Century Investments.
Building long-lasting client relationships and our dedication to delivering superior performance are key priorities for both American Century and Nomura. Whether designing tailored strategies or providing a comprehensive range of solutions and insights, we share a mandate to offer investments that align with our clients' needs.
James E. Stowers Jr., founder of American Century Investments, often said "If we help others become successful, they, in turn, will make us successful." This belief is similar to the founder of Nomura's "putting the customer first," and demonstrates our common values.
Founded in 1925 by Tokushichi Nomura
Founded in 1958 by James E. Stowers, Jr.
Focus on our clients
Providing value for our investors and clients
Value our people, team work and global spirit
Challenging and inspiring the best people, with a tremendous emphasis on teamwork and responsibility
Enrich the nation through the securities business
Prosper with Purpose®
Identify creative solutions while maintaining a strict risk discipline
Being adaptable and innovative Working with integrity
Achieve consistent profitability regardless of market direction
Building a financially sound company
The two firms have established a Business Opportunity Committee, jointly chaired by American Century Investments' CEO and Nomura's Head of Asset Management, to explore the development of potential products together. American Century and Nomura are both committed to continuing the work of building a framework for enhanced collaboration.
Colleagues from American Century Investments and Nomura Asset Management collaborating in Kansas City.
Nomura Asset Management headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.
This material has been prepared for educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, investment, accounting, legal or tax advice.