What are the key terms of the Janus Henderson take-private?

The company agreed to be acquired for $49 per share in cash, valuing Janus Henderson at about $7.4 billion. The buyers are Trian Fund Management and General Catalyst. Closing requires shareholder approval, regulatory clearances, and certain client consents. Until completion, shares should trade below the offer to reflect time and risk. If the deal closes, holders receive $49 in cash per share and the stock will be delisted. See [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/22/asset-manager-janus-henderson-gets-bought-by-trian-general-catalyst-for-7point4-billion.html) and the [press release](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251222185903/en/Janus-Henderson-Group-plc-to-be-Acquired-by-Trian-Fund-Management-and-General-Catalyst-for-%247.4-Billion) for details.

What happens to JHG stock before and after closing?

Before closing, JHG typically trades at a discount to the $49 offer, reflecting time value and deal risk. Liquidity often rises, and volatility may fall as the bid sets a ceiling near $49. If the deal closes, shareholders receive $49 per share in cash and the stock is delisted. If the deal breaks, trading resets on fundamentals, and the price can fall toward reference levels like recent moving averages and pre-deal trading ranges, depending on news at that time.

Is there still upside for arbitrage investors in JHG?

At a price near $47.45, the spread to $49 is roughly 3.3%. If the deal closes by mid-2026, that implies a mid to high single-digit annualized return before dividends, which may continue until closing subject to board decisions. That profile suits lower-risk arbitrage strategies. The trade’s appeal depends on your time horizon, taxes, and view on approvals and client consents. If the spread tightens, returns fall. If risks rise, the spread can widen quickly.

What risks could delay or derail the acquisition?

Key risks include shareholder votes, regulatory approvals across relevant markets, and major client consents. Performance slippage, key team departures, or unexpected market stress could complicate approvals. While antitrust concerns appear limited, multi-jurisdiction reviews can take time. Any change in financing, legal disputes, or material adverse events could also impact timing or terms. We monitor official disclosures and earnings updates for signals that could move the spread or alter the expected mid-2026 timeline.

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JHG Stock Today: December 22 — Trian and General Catalyst to Take Janus Henderson Private at $49/SH

ByHuzaifa Zahoor December 23, 2025December 23, 2025

Janus Henderson is set to go private in a $7.4 billion all-cash deal at $49 per share led by Trian and General Catalyst. Shares of JHG traded around $47.45, up about 3%, as investors priced a modest spread to the offer. We break down what this means for US investors, how the stock may behave into closing, and what risks remain. With approvals and client consents still needed, the path to cash looks clear but not finished.