QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 OR
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TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO
Commission File Number: 001-41197
APOLLO GLOBAL MANAGEMENT, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
86-3155788
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
9 West 57th Street, 42nd Floor
New York, New York10019
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
(212) 515-3200
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock
APO
New York Stock Exchange
6.75% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock
APO.PRA
New York Stock Exchange
7.625% Fixed-Rate Resettable Junior Subordinated Notes due 2053
APOS
New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. YesxNo ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).YesxNo☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer”, “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filerx
Accelerated filer ☐
Non-accelerated filer ☐
Smaller reporting company
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Emerging growth company
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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☐ Nox
As of November 4, 2024, there were 565,816,456 shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding.
This report may contain forward-looking statements that are within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). These statements include, but are not limited to, discussions related to Apollo’s expectations regarding the performance of its business, its liquidity and capital resources and the other non-historical statements in the discussion and analysis. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s beliefs, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management. When used in this report, the words “believe,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “target” or future or conditional verbs, such as “will,” “should,” “could,” or “may,” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these expectations will prove to have been correct. These statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including risks relating to inflation, interest rate fluctuations and market conditions generally, the impact of energy market dislocation, our ability to manage our growth, our ability to operate in highly competitive environments, the performance of the funds we manage, our ability to raise new funds, the variability of our revenues, earnings and cash flow, the accuracy of management’s assumptions and estimates, our dependence on certain key personnel, our use of leverage to finance our businesses and investments by the funds we manage, Athene’s ability to maintain or improve financial strength ratings, the impact of Athene’s reinsurers failing to meet their assumed obligations, Athene’s ability to manage its business in a highly regulated industry, changes in our regulatory environment and tax status, and litigation risks, among others. We believe these factors include but are not limited to those described under the section entitled “Risk Factors” in this quarterly report and the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2024 (the “2023 Annual Report”), as such factors may be updated from time to time in our periodic filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this report and in our other filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
Terms Used in This Report
In this report, references to “Apollo,” “we,” “us,” “our,” and the “Company” refer to Apollo Global Management, Inc. (“AGM”) and its subsidiaries unless the context requires otherwise. References to “AGM common stock” or “common stock” of the Company refer to shares of common stock, par value $0.00001 per share, of AGM and “Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock” refers to the 6.75% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock of AGM.
The use of any defined term in this report to mean more than one entity, person, security or other item collectively is solely for convenience of reference and in no way implies that such entities, persons, securities or other items are one indistinguishable group. For example, notwithstanding the use of the defined terms “Apollo,” “we,” “us,” “our,” and the “Company” in this report to refer to AGM and its subsidiaries, each subsidiary of AGM is a standalone legal entity that is separate and distinct from AGM and any of its other subsidiaries. Any AGM entity (including any Athene entity) referenced herein is responsible for its own financial, contractual and legal obligations.
Term or Acronym
Definition
AAA
Apollo Aligned Alternatives Aggregator, LP
AADE
Athene Annuity & Life Assurance Company
AAIA
Athene Annuity and Life Company
AAM
Apollo Asset Management, Inc. (f/k/a Apollo Global Management, Inc. prior to the Mergers.)
AARe
Athene Annuity Re Ltd., a Bermuda reinsurance subsidiary
ABS
Asset-backed securities
Accord+
Apollo Accord+ Fund, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Accord+ II
Apollo Accord+ II Fund, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Accord I
Apollo Accord Master Fund, L.P., together with its feeder funds
Accord II
Apollo Accord Master Fund II, L.P., together with its feeder funds
Accord III
Apollo Accord Master Fund III, L.P., together with its feeder funds
Accord III B
Apollo Accord Master Fund III B, L.P., together with its feeder funds
Accord IV
Apollo Accord Fund IV, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Accord V
Apollo Accord Fund V, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Apollo Accord Fund VI, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Accord Funds
Accord I, Accord II, Accord III, Accord III B, Accord IV, Accord V and Accord VI
Accord+ Funds
Accord+ and Accord+ II
ACRA
ACRA 1 and ACRA 2
ACRA 1
Athene Co-Invest Reinsurance Affiliate Holding Ltd., together with its subsidiaries
ACRA 2
Athene Co-Invest Reinsurance Affiliate Holding 2 Ltd., together with its subsidiaries
ADCF
Apollo Diversified Credit Fund
ADIP
ADIP I and ADIP II
ADIP I
Apollo/Athene Dedicated Investment Program (A), L.P., together with its parallel funds, a series of funds managed by Apollo including third-party capital that, through ACRA 1, invests alongside Athene in certain investments
ADIP II
Apollo/Athene Dedicated Investment Program II, L.P., a fund managed by Apollo including third-party capital that, through ACRA 2, invests alongside Athene in certain investments
Adjusted Net Income Shares Outstanding, or ANI Shares Outstanding
Consists of total shares of common stock outstanding, RSUs that participate in dividends, and shares of common stock assumed to be issuable upon the conversion of the shares of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock
ADREF
Apollo Diversified Real Estate Fund
ADS
Apollo Debt Solutions BDC
AFS
Available-for-sale
AFT
Apollo Senior Floating Rate Fund, Inc.
AIF
Apollo Tactical Income Fund, Inc.
AIOF I
Apollo Infra Equity US Fund, L.P. and Apollo Infra Equity International Fund, L.P., including their feeder funds and alternative investment vehicles
AIOF II
Apollo Infrastructure Opportunities Fund II, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
AIOF III
Apollo Infrastructure Opportunities Fund III, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
ALRe
Athene Life Re Ltd., a Bermuda reinsurance subsidiary
Alternative investments
Alternative investments, including investment funds, VIEs and certain equity securities due to their underlying characteristics
AMH
Apollo Management Holdings, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, that is an indirect subsidiary of AGM
ANRP I
Apollo Natural Resources Partners, L.P., together with its alternative investment vehicles
ANRP II
Apollo Natural Resources Partners II, L.P., together with its alternative investment vehicles
ANRP III
Apollo Natural Resources Partners III, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
AOCI
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
AOG Unit Payment
On December 31, 2021, holders of units of the Apollo Operating Group (“AOG Units”) (other than Athene and the Company) sold and transferred a portion of such AOG Units to APO Corp., a wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary of the Company, in exchange for an amount equal to $3.66 multiplied by the total number of AOG Units held by such holders immediately prior to such transaction.
Apollo funds, our funds and references to the funds we manage
The funds (including the parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles of such funds), partnerships, accounts, including strategic investment accounts or “SIAs,” alternative asset companies and other entities for which subsidiaries of Apollo provide investment management or advisory services.
Apollo Operating Group
(i) The entities through which we currently operate our asset management business and (ii) one or more entities formed for the purpose of, among other activities, holding certain of our gains or losses on our principal investments in the funds, which we refer to as our “principal investments.”
ARI
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance, Inc.
ARIS
Apollo Realty Income Solutions, Inc., a non-traded real estate investment trust managed by Apollo
The assets of the funds, partnerships and accounts to which Apollo provides investment management, advisory, or certain other investment-related services, including, without limitation, capital that such funds, partnerships and accounts have the right to call from investors pursuant to capital commitments. Our AUM equals the sum of: 1. the NAV, plus used or available leverage and/or capital commitments, or gross assets plus capital commitments, of the credit and certain equity funds, partnerships and accounts for which we provide investment management or advisory services, other than certain CLOs, CDOs, and certain perpetual capital vehicles, which have a fee-generating basis other than the mark-to-market value of the underlying assets; for certain perpetual capital vehicles in credit, gross asset value plus available financing capacity; 2. the fair value of the investments of the equity and certain credit funds, partnerships and accounts Apollo manages or advises, plus the capital that such funds, partnerships and accounts are entitled to call from investors pursuant to capital commitments, plus portfolio level financings; 3. the gross asset value associated with the reinsurance investments of the portfolio company assets Apollo manages or advises; and 4. the fair value of any other assets that Apollo manages or advises for the funds, partnerships and accounts to which Apollo provides investment management, advisory, or certain other investment-related services, plus unused credit facilities, including capital commitments to such funds, partnerships and accounts for investments that may require pre-qualification or other conditions before investment plus any other capital commitments to such funds, partnerships and accounts available for investment that are not otherwise included in the clauses above. Apollo’s AUM measure includes Assets Under Management for which Apollo charges either nominal or zero fees. Apollo’s AUM measure also includes assets for which Apollo does not have investment discretion, including certain assets for which Apollo earns only investment-related service fees, rather than management or advisory fees. Apollo’s definition of AUM is not based on any definition of Assets Under Management contained in its governing documents or in any management agreements of the funds Apollo manages. Apollo considers multiple factors for determining what should be included in its definition of AUM. Such factors include but are not limited to (1) Apollo’s ability to influence the investment decisions for existing and available assets; (2) Apollo’s ability to generate income from the underlying assets in the funds it manages; and (3) the AUM measures that Apollo uses internally or believes are used by other investment managers. Given the differences in the investment strategies and structures among other alternative investment managers, Apollo’s calculation of AUM may differ from the calculations employed by other investment managers and, as a result, this measure may not be directly comparable to similar measures presented by other investment managers. Apollo’s calculation also differs from the manner in which its affiliates registered with the SEC report “Regulatory Assets Under Management” on Form ADV and Form PF in various ways. Apollo uses AUM, Gross capital deployment and Dry powder as performance measurements of its investment activities, as well as to monitor fund size in relation to professional resource and infrastructure needs.
Athene
Athene Holding Ltd. (“Athene Holding” or “AHL”, together with its subsidiaries, “Athene”), a leading financial services company specializing in retirement services that issues, reinsures and acquires retirement savings products designed for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeking to fund retirement needs, and to which Apollo, through its consolidated subsidiary ISG, provides asset management and advisory services.
Athora
Athora Holding, Ltd. (“Athora Holding”, together with its subsidiaries, “Athora”), a strategic liabilities platform that acquires or reinsures blocks of insurance business in the German and broader European life insurance market (collectively, the “Athora Accounts”). Apollo, through ISGI, provides investment advisory services to Athora. Athora Non-Sub-Advised Assets includes the Athora assets which are managed by Apollo but not sub-advised by Apollo nor invested in Apollo funds or investment vehicles. Athora Sub-Advised includes assets which the Company explicitly sub-advises as well as those assets in the Athora Accounts which are invested directly in funds and investment vehicles Apollo manages.
Atlas
An equity investment of AAA and refers to certain subsidiaries of Atlas Securitized Products Holdings LP
AUM with Future Management Fee Potential
The committed uninvested capital portion of total AUM not currently earning management fees. The amount depends on the specific terms and conditions of each fund.
AUSA
Athene USA Corporation
Bermuda RBC
The risk-based capital ratio of Athene’s non-U.S. reinsurance subsidiaries calculated using Bermuda capital and applying NAIC risk-based capital factors on an aggregate basis. Adjustments are made to (1) exclude U.S. subsidiaries which are included within Athene’s U.S. RBC Ratio and (2) limit RBC concentration charges such that when they are applied to determine target capital, the charges do not exceed 100% of the asset’s carrying value.
BMA
Bermuda Monetary Authority
Capital solutions fees and other, net
Primarily includes transaction fees earned by our capital solutions business which we refer to as Apollo Capital Solutions (“ACS”) related to underwriting, structuring, arrangement and placement of debt and equity securities, and syndication for funds managed by Apollo, portfolio companies of funds managed by Apollo, and third parties. Capital solutions fees and other, net also includes advisory fees for the ongoing monitoring of portfolio operations and directors’ fees. These fees also include certain offsetting amounts, including reductions in management fees related to a percentage of these fees recognized (“management fee offset”) and other additional revenue sharing arrangements.
CDO
Collateralized debt obligation
Class A shares
Class A common stock, $0.00001 par value per share, of AAM prior to the Mergers.
Partners and their related parties (other than Messrs. Leon Black, Joshua Harris and Marc Rowan, our co-founders) who indirectly beneficially owned AOG units.
Consolidated RBC
The consolidated risk-based capital ratio of Athene’s non-U.S. reinsurance and U.S. insurance subsidiaries calculated by aggregating U.S. RBC and Bermuda RBC.
Cost of funds
Cost of funds includes liability costs related to cost of crediting on both deferred annuities, including, with respect to Athene's fixed indexed annuities, option costs, and institutional costs related to institutional products, as well as other liability costs, but does not include the proportionate share of the ACRA cost of funds associated with the non-controlling interests. Other liability costs include DAC, DSI and VOBA amortization, certain market risk benefit costs, the cost of liabilities on products other than deferred annuities and institutional products, premiums and certain product charges and other revenues. Athene includes the costs related to business added through assumed reinsurance transactions but excludes the costs on business related to ceded reinsurance transactions. Cost of funds is computed as the total liability costs divided by the average net invested assets for the relevant period, presented on an annualized basis for interim periods.
Credit Strategies
Apollo Credit Strategies Master Fund Ltd., together with its feeder funds
The amount of capital available for investment or reinvestment subject to the provisions of the applicable limited partnership agreements or other governing agreements of the funds, partnerships and accounts we manage. Dry powder excludes uncalled commitments which can only be called for fund fees and expenses and commitments from perpetual capital vehicles.
DSI
Deferred sales inducement
EPF Funds
Apollo European Principal Finance Fund, L.P., Apollo European Principal Finance Fund II (Dollar A), L.P., EPF III, and EPF IV, together with their parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
EPF III
Apollo European Principal Finance Fund III (Dollar A), L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
EPF IV
Apollo European Principal Finance Fund IV (Dollar A), L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Equity Plan
Refers collectively to the Company’s 2019 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan and the Company’s 2019 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan for Estate Planning Vehicles.
FABN
Funding agreement backed notes
FASB
Financial Accounting Standards Board
FCI Funds
Financial Credit Investment I, L.P., Financial Credit Investment II, L.P., together with its feeder funds, Financial Credit Investment Fund III L.P., Financial Credit Investment IV, L.P., together with its feeder funds, and Apollo/Athene Dedicated Investment Program (A), L.P., together with its parallel funds, a series of funds managed by Apollo including third-party capital that, through ACRA, invests alongside Athene in certain investments
Fee-Generating AUM
Fee-Generating AUM consists of assets of the funds, partnerships and accounts to which we provide investment management, advisory, or certain other investment-related services and on which we earn management fees, monitoring fees or other investment-related fees pursuant to management or other fee agreements on a basis that varies among the Apollo funds, partnerships and accounts. Management fees are normally based on “net asset value,” “gross assets,” “adjusted par asset value,” “adjusted cost of all unrealized portfolio investments,” “capital commitments,” “adjusted assets,” “stockholders’ equity,” “invested capital” or “capital contributions,” each as defined in the applicable management agreement. Monitoring fees, also referred to as advisory fees, with respect to the structured portfolio company investments of the funds, partnerships and accounts we manage or advise, are generally based on the total value of such structured portfolio company investments, which normally includes leverage, less any portion of such total value that is already considered in Fee-Generating AUM.
Fee Related Earnings, or FRE
Component of Segment Income that is used to assess the performance of the Asset Management segment. FRE is the sum of (i) management fees, (ii) capital solutions and other related fees, (iii) fee-related performance fees from indefinite term vehicles, that are measured and received on a recurring basis and not dependent on realization events of the underlying investments, excluding performance fees from Athene and performance fees from origination platforms dependent on capital appreciation, and (iv) other income, net, less (a) fee-related compensation, excluding equity-based compensation, (b) non-compensation expenses incurred in the normal course of business, (c) placement fees and (d) non-controlling interests in the management companies of certain funds the Company manages.
FIA
Fixed indexed annuity, which is an insurance contract that earns interest at a crediting rate based on a specified index on a tax-deferred basis
Messrs. Leon Black, Joshua Harris and Marc Rowan collectively and, when used in reference to holdings of interests in Apollo or AP Professional Holdings, L.P. includes certain related parties of such individuals
Freedom Parent Holdings
Freedom Parent Holdings, L.P.
Gross capital deployment
The gross capital that has been invested by the funds and accounts we manage during the relevant period, but excludes certain investment activities primarily related to hedging and cash management functions at the firm. Gross capital deployment is not reduced or netted down by sales or refinancings, and takes into account leverage used by the funds and accounts we manage in gaining exposure to the various investments that they have made.
GLWB
Guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefit
GMDB
Guaranteed minimum death benefit
Gross IRR of accord series, ADIP funds and the European principal finance funds
The annualized return of a fund based on the actual timing of all cumulative fund cash flows before management fees, performance fees allocated to the general partner and certain other expenses. Calculations may include certain investors that do not pay fees. The terminal value is the net asset value as of the reporting date. Non-U.S. dollar denominated (“USD”) fund cash flows and residual values are converted to USD using the spot rate as of the reporting date. In addition, gross IRRs at the fund level will differ from those at the individual investor level as a result of, among other factors, timing of investor-level inflows and outflows. Gross IRR does not represent the return to any fund investor.
Gross IRR of a traditional private equity or hybrid value fund
The cumulative investment-related cash flows (i) for a given investment for the fund or funds which made such investment, and (ii) for a given fund, in the relevant fund itself (and not any one investor in the fund), in each case, on the basis of the actual timing of investment inflows and outflows (for unrealized investments assuming disposition on September 30, 2024 or other date specified) aggregated on a gross basis quarterly, and the return is annualized and compounded before management fees, performance fees and certain other expenses (including interest incurred by the fund itself) and measures the returns on the fund’s investments as a whole without regard to whether all of the returns would, if distributed, be payable to the fund’s investors. In addition, gross IRRs at the fund level will differ from those at the individual investor level as a result of, among other factors, timing of investor-level inflows and outflows. Gross IRR does not represent the return to any fund investor.
Gross IRR of infrastructure funds
The cumulative investment-related cash flows in the fund itself (and not any one investor in the fund), on the basis of the actual timing of cash inflows and outflows (for unrealized investments assuming disposition on September 30, 2024 or other date specified) starting on the date that each investment closes, and the return is annualized and compounded before management fees, performance fees, and certain other expenses (including interest incurred by the fund itself) and measures the returns on the fund’s investments as a whole without regard to whether all of the returns would, if distributed, be payable to the fund’s investors. Non-USD fund cash flows and residual values are converted to USD using the spot rate as of the reporting date. In addition, gross IRRs at the fund level will differ from those at the individual investor level as a result of, among other factors, timing of investor-level inflows and outflows. Gross IRR does not represent the return to any fund investor.
HoldCo
Apollo Global Management, Inc. (f/k/a Tango Holdings, Inc.)
HVF I
Apollo Hybrid Value Fund, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
HVF II
Apollo Hybrid Value Fund II, L.P., together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles
Inflows
(i) At the individual strategy level, subscriptions, commitments, and other increases in available capital, such as acquisitions or leverage, net of inter-strategy transfers, and (ii) on an aggregate basis, the sum of inflows across the credit and equity investing strategies.
IPO
Initial Public Offering
ISG
Apollo Insurance Solutions Group LP
ISGI
Refers collectively to Apollo Asset Management Europe LLP, a subsidiary of AAM (“AAME”) and Apollo Asset Management PC LLP, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AAME (“AAME PC”)
Management Fee Offset
Under the terms of the limited partnership agreements for certain funds, the management fee payable by the funds may be subject to a reduction based on a certain percentage of such advisory and transaction fees, net of applicable broken deal costs.
Market risk benefits
Guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefits and guaranteed minimum death benefits
Mergers
Completion of the previously announced merger transactions pursuant to the Merger Agreement
Merger Agreement
The Agreement and Plan of Merger dated as of March 8, 2021 by and among AAM, AGM, AHL, Blue Merger Sub, Ltd., a Bermuda exempted company, and Green Merger Sub, Inc., a Delaware corporation.
Merger Date
January 1, 2022
MFIC
MidCap Financial Investment Corporation (f/k/a Apollo Investment Corporation or “AINV”)
Represent the investments that directly back Athene's net reserve liabilities as well as surplus assets. Net invested assets include Athene’s (a) total investments on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition, with available-for-sale securities, trading securities and mortgage loans at cost or amortized cost, excluding derivatives, (b) cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, (c) investments in related parties, (d) accrued investment income, (e) VIE assets, liabilities and non-controlling interest adjustments, (f) net investment payables and receivables, (g) policy loans ceded (which offset the direct policy loans in total investments) and (h) an adjustment for the allowance for credit losses. Net invested assets exclude the derivative collateral offsetting the related cash positions. Athene includes the investments supporting assumed funds withheld and modco agreements and excludes the investments related to ceded reinsurance transactions in order to match the assets with the income received. Net invested assets include Athene’s economic ownership of ACRA investments but do not include the investments associated with the non-controlling interests.
Net investment earned rate
Computed as income from Athene’s net invested assets, excluding the proportionate share of the ACRA net investment income associated with the non-controlling interests, divided by the average net invested assets for the relevant period, presented on an annualized basis for interim periods.
Net investment spread
Net investment spread measures Athene’s investment performance plus its strategic capital management fees less its total cost of funds, presented on an annualized basis for interim periods.
Net IRR of accord series, ADIP funds and the European principal finance funds
The annualized return of a fund after management fees, performance fees allocated to the general partner and certain other expenses, calculated on investors that pay such fees. The terminal value is the net asset value as of the reporting date. Non-USD fund cash flows and residual values are converted to USD using the spot rate as of the reporting date. In addition, net IRR at the fund level will differ from that at the individual investor level as a result of, among other factors, timing of investor-level inflows and outflows. Net IRR does not represent the return to any fund investor.
Net IRR of a traditional private equity or the hybrid value funds
The gross IRR applicable to a fund, including returns for related parties which may not pay fees or performance fees, net of management fees, certain expenses (including interest incurred or earned by the fund itself) and realized performance fees all offset to the extent of interest income, and measures returns at the fund level on amounts that, if distributed, would be paid to investors of the fund. The timing of cash flows applicable to investments, management fees and certain expenses, may be adjusted for the usage of a fund’s subscription facility. To the extent that a fund exceeds all requirements detailed within the applicable fund agreement, the estimated unrealized value is adjusted such that a percentage of up to 20.0% of the unrealized gain is allocated to the general partner of such fund, thereby reducing the balance attributable to fund investors. In addition, net IRR at the fund level will differ from that at the individual investor level as a result of, among other factors, timing of investor-level inflows and outflows. Net IRR does not represent the return to any fund investor.
Net IRR of infrastructure funds
The cumulative cash flows in a fund (and not any one investor in the fund), on the basis of the actual timing of cash inflows received from and outflows paid to investors of the fund (assuming the ending net asset value as of the reporting date or other date specified is paid to investors), excluding certain non-fee and non-performance fee bearing parties, and the return is annualized and compounded after management fees, performance fees, and certain other expenses (including interest incurred by the fund itself) and measures the returns to investors of the fund as a whole. Non-USD fund cash flows and residual values are converted to USD using the spot rate as of the reporting date. In addition, net IRR at the fund level will differ from that at the individual investor level as a result of, among other factors, timing of investor-level inflows and outflows. Net IRR does not represent the return to any fund investor.
Net reserve liabilities
Represent Athene's policyholder liability obligations net of reinsurance and used to analyze the costs of its liabilities. Net reserve liabilities include Athene’s (a) interest sensitive contract liabilities, (b) future policy benefits, (c) net market risk benefits, (d) long-term repurchase obligations, (e) dividends payable to policyholders and (f) other policy claims and benefits, offset by reinsurance recoverable, excluding policy loans ceded. Net reserve liabilities include Athene’s economic ownership of ACRA reserve liabilities but do not include the reserve liabilities associated with the non-controlling interests. Net reserve liabilities are net of the ceded liabilities to third-party reinsurers as the costs of the liabilities are passed to such reinsurers and, therefore, Athene has no net economic exposure to such liabilities, assuming its reinsurance counterparties perform under the agreements. Net reserve liabilities include the underlying liabilities assumed through modco reinsurance agreements in order to match the liabilities with the expenses incurred.
Non-Fee-Generating AUM
AUM that does not produce management fees or monitoring fees. This measure generally includes the following: (i) fair value above invested capital for those funds that earn management fees based on invested capital; (ii) net asset values related to general partner and co-investment interests; (iii) unused credit facilities; (iv) available commitments on those funds that generate management fees on invested capital; (v) structured portfolio company investments that do not generate monitoring fees; and (vi) the difference between gross asset and net asset value for those funds that earn management fees based on net asset value.
Represents (i) capital that has been invested in new equity, debt or debt-like investments by Apollo's equity and credit strategies (whether purchased by funds and accounts managed by Apollo, or syndicated to third parties) where Apollo or one of Apollo's origination platforms has sourced, negotiated, or significantly affected the commercial terms of the investment; (ii) new capital pools formed by debt issuances, including CLOs; and (iii) net purchases of certain assets by the funds and accounts we manage that we consider to be private, illiquid, and hard to access assets and which the funds and accounts otherwise may not be able to meaningfully access. Origination generally excludes any issuance of debt or debt-like investments by the portfolio companies of the funds we manage.
Other operating expenses within the Principal Investing segment
Expenses incurred in the normal course of business and includes allocations of non-compensation expenses related to managing the business.
Other operating expenses within the Retirement Services segment
Expenses incurred in the normal course of business inclusive of compensation and non-compensation expenses, excluding the proportionate share of the ACRA operating expenses associated with the non-controlling interests.
Payout annuities
Annuities with a current cash payment component, which consist primarily of single premium immediate annuities, supplemental contracts and structured settlements.
PCD
Purchased Credit Deteriorated Investments
Performance allocations, Performance fees, Performance revenues, Incentive fees and Incentive income
The interests granted to Apollo by a fund managed by Apollo that entitle Apollo to receive allocations, distributions or fees which are based on the performance of such fund or its underlying investments.
Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
AUM that may eventually produce performance fees. All funds for which we are entitled to receive a performance fee allocation or incentive fee are included in Performance Fee-Eligible AUM, which consists of the following: (i) “Performance Fee-Generating AUM”, which refers to invested capital of the funds, partnerships and accounts we manage, advise, or to which we provide certain other investment-related services, that is currently above its hurdle rate or preferred return, and profit of such funds, partnerships and accounts is being allocated to, or earned by, the general partner in accordance with the applicable limited partnership agreements or other governing agreements; (ii) “AUM Not Currently Generating Performance Fees”, which refers to invested capital of the funds, partnerships and accounts we manage, advise, or to which we provide certain other investment-related services, that is currently below its hurdle rate or preferred return; and (iii) “Uninvested Performance Fee-Eligible AUM”, which refers to capital of the funds, partnerships and accounts we manage, advise, or to which we provide certain other investment-related services, that is available for investment or reinvestment subject to the provisions of applicable limited partnership agreements or other governing agreements, which capital is not currently part of the NAV or fair value of investments that may eventually produce performance fees allocable to, or earned by, the general partner.
Perpetual capital
Assets under management of certain vehicles with an indefinite duration, which assets may only be withdrawn under certain conditions or subject to certain limitations, including satisfying required hold periods or percentage limits on the amounts that may be redeemed over a particular period. The investment management, advisory or other service agreements with our perpetual capital vehicles may be terminated under certain circumstances.
Principal Investing Income, or PII
Component of Segment Income that is used to assess the performance of the Principal Investing segment. For the Principal Investing segment, PII is the sum of (i) realized performance fees, including certain realizations received in the form of equity, (ii) realized investment income, less (x) realized principal investing compensation expense, excluding expense related to equity-based compensation, and (y) certain corporate compensation and non-compensation expenses.
Principal investing compensation
Realized performance compensation, distributions related to investment income and dividends, and includes allocations of certain compensation expenses related to managing the business.
Policy loan
A loan to a policyholder under the terms of, and which is secured by, a policyholder’s policy.
Realized Value
All cash investment proceeds received by the relevant Apollo fund, including interest and dividends, but does not give effect to management fees, expenses, incentive compensation or performance fees to be paid by such Apollo fund.
Redding Ridge
Redding Ridge Asset Management, LLC and its subsidiaries, which is a standalone, self-managed asset management business established in connection with risk retention rules that manages CLOs and retains the required risk retention interests.
Redding Ridge Holdings
Redding Ridge Holdings LP
Remaining Cost
The initial investment of a fund in a portfolio investment, reduced for any return of capital distributed to date on such portfolio investment
Component of Segment Income that is used to assess the performance of the Retirement Services segment, excluding certain market volatility, which consists of investment gains (losses), net of offsets and non-operating change in insurance liabilities and related derivatives, and certain expenses related to integration, restructuring, equity-based compensation, and other expenses. For the Retirement Services segment, SRE equals the sum of (i) the net investment earnings on Athene’s net invested assets and (ii) management fees received on business managed for others, less (x) cost of funds, (y) operating expenses excluding equity-based compensation and (z) financing costs, including interest expense and preferred dividends, if any, paid to Athene preferred stockholders.
Surplus assets
Assets in excess of Athene’s policyholder obligations, determined in accordance with the applicable domiciliary jurisdiction’s statutory accounting principles.
Tax receivable agreement
The tax receivable agreement entered into by and among APO Corp., the Former Managing Partners, the Contributing Partners, and other parties thereto
Total Invested Capital
The aggregate cash invested by the relevant Apollo fund and includes capitalized costs relating to investment activities, if any, but does not give effect to cash pending investment or available for reserves and excludes amounts, if any, invested on a financed basis with leverage facilities
Total Value
The sum of the total Realized Value and Unrealized Value of investments
Traditional private equity funds
Apollo Investment Fund I, L.P. (“Fund I”), AIF II, L.P. (“Fund II”), a mirrored investment account established to mirror Fund I and Fund II for investments in debt securities (“MIA”), Apollo Investment Fund III, L.P. (together with its parallel funds, “Fund III”), Apollo Investment Fund IV, L.P. (together with its parallel fund, “Fund IV”), Apollo Investment Fund V, L.P. (together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles, “Fund V”), Apollo Investment Fund VI, L.P. (together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles, “Fund VI”), Apollo Investment Fund VII, L.P. (together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles, “Fund VII”), Apollo Investment Fund VIII, L.P. (together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles, “Fund VIII”), Apollo Investment Fund IX, L.P. (together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles, “Fund IX”) and Apollo Investment Fund X, L.P. (together with its parallel funds and alternative investment vehicles, “Fund X”).
U.S. GAAP
Generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America
U.S. RBC
The CAL RBC ratio for AADE, Athene’s parent U.S. insurance company prior to its merger with and into AAIA on October 11, 2024
U.S. Treasury
United States Department of the Treasury
Unrealized Value
The fair value consistent with valuations determined in accordance with GAAP, for investments not yet realized and may include payments in kind, accrued interest and dividends receivable, if any, and before the effect of certain taxes. In addition, amounts include committed and funded amounts for certain investments.
Venerable
Venerable Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries
VIAC
Venerable Insurance and Annuity Company
VIE
Variable interest entity
Vintage Year
The year in which a fund’s final capital raise occurred, or, for certain funds, the year of a fund’s effective date or the year in which a fund’s investment period commences pursuant to its governing agreements.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION (UNAUDITED)
(In millions, except share data)
As of September 30, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
Liabilities, Redeemable non-controlling interests and Equity
Liabilities
Asset Management
Accounts payable, accrued expenses, and other liabilities
$
3,908
$
3,338
Due to related parties
709
870
Debt
4,082
3,883
Liabilities of consolidated variable interest entities
Other liabilities
1,021
1,145
9,720
9,236
Retirement Services
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
245,436
204,670
Future policy benefits
52,962
53,287
Market risk benefits
4,402
3,751
Debt
5,725
4,209
Payables for collateral on derivatives and securities to repurchase
7,952
7,536
Other liabilities
9,597
4,456
Liabilities of consolidated variable interest entities
Other liabilities
1,354
1,098
327,428
279,007
Total Liabilities
337,148
288,243
Commitments and Contingencies (note 16)
Redeemable non-controlling interests
Redeemable non-controlling interests
15
12
Equity
Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, 28,749,765 and 28,750,000 shares issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively
1,398
1,398
Common Stock, $0.00001 par value, 90,000,000,000 shares authorized, 565,816,456 and 567,762,932 shares issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively
—
—
Additional paid in capital
15,073
15,249
Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)
4,865
2,972
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
(3,473)
(5,575)
Total Apollo Global Management, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity
17,863
14,044
Non-controlling interests
13,663
11,189
Total Equity
31,526
25,233
Total Liabilities, Redeemable non-controlling interests and Equity
$
368,689
$
313,488
(Concluded)
See accompanying notes to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Held at Consolidated Variable Interest Entities
(64)
3,299
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, and Cash and Cash Equivalents Held at Consolidated Variable Interest Entities, Beginning of Period
17,691
11,128
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, and Cash and Cash Equivalents Held at Consolidated Variable Interest Entities, End of Period
$
17,627
$
14,427
Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information
Cash paid for taxes
$
639
$
162
Cash paid for interest
611
533
Non-cash transactions
Non-Cash Investing Activities
Asset Management and Other
Distributions from principal investments
8
1
Purchases of other investments, at fair value
11
5
Retirement Services
Investments received from settlements on reinsurance agreements
48
164
Investments received from pension group annuity premiums
521
4,776
Reduction in investments relating to recapture of reinsurance agreement
—
482
Non-Cash Financing Activities
Asset Management and Other
Capital increases related to equity-based compensation
393
328
Issuance of restricted shares
24
32
Subsidiary issuance of equity interest
72
—
Issuance of common stock related to equity transactions
12
—
Retirement Services
Deposits on investment-type policies and contracts through reinsurance agreements, net assumed (ceded)
(3,152)
78
Withdrawals on investment-type policies and contracts through reinsurance agreements, net assumed (ceded)
6,092
10,212
Distribution of investments to non-controlling interests of consolidated variable interest entities
1,107
—
Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information of Consolidated VIEs
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Purchases of investments - Asset Management
(4,836)
(4,760)
Proceeds from sale of investments - Asset Management
4,738
3,781
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Purchases of investments - Retirement Services
(2,346)
(2,023)
Proceeds from sale of investments - Retirement Services
334
352
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Issuance of debt
4,035
3,183
Principal repayment of debt
(3,922)
(2,768)
Distributions paid to non-controlling interests
(73)
(58)
Contributions from non-controlling interests
1,646
1,437
Distributions to redeemable non-controlling interests
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Changes in Consolidation
Investments, at fair value
148
(1,136)
Other assets
19
(1)
Debt, at fair value
(223)
—
Notes payable
20
1,068
Other liabilities
(169)
22
Non-controlling interest
41
5
Equity
(84)
95
Reconciliation of Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, and Cash and Cash Equivalents Held at Consolidated Variable Interest Entities to the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
16,253
$
12,346
Restricted cash and cash equivalents
967
1,492
Cash and cash equivalents held at consolidated variable interest entities
407
589
Total Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, and Cash and Cash Equivalents Held at Consolidated Variable Interest Entities
$
17,627
$
14,427
(Concluded)
See accompanying notes to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
1. Organization
Apollo Global Management, Inc. together with its consolidated subsidiaries (collectively, “Apollo” or the “Company”) is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager and a retirement services provider. Its asset management business focuses on two investing strategies: credit and equity. Through its asset management business, Apollo raises, invests and manages funds, accounts and other vehicles, on behalf of some of the world’s most prominent pension, endowment and sovereign wealth funds and insurance companies, as well as other institutional and individual investors. Apollo’s retirement services business is conducted by Athene, a leading financial services company that specializes in issuing, reinsuring and acquiring retirement savings products for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeking to fund retirement needs.
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation and Consolidation
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP for interim financial information and the SEC’s rules and regulations for Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Certain disclosures included in the annual audited financial statements have been condensed or omitted as they are not required for interim financial statements under U.S. GAAP and the rules of the SEC. The operating results presented for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any other interim period or for the entire year. These condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the annual audited financial statements included in the 2023 Annual Report.
The results of the Company and its subsidiaries are presented on a consolidated basis. Any ownership interest other than the Company’s interest in its subsidiaries is reflected as a non-controlling interest. Intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. Management believes it has made all necessary adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring items) so that the condensed consolidated financial statements are presented fairly and that any estimates made are reasonable and prudent. Certain reclassifications have been made to previously reported amounts to conform to the current period’s presentation.
The Company’s principal subsidiaries, AAM and AHL, together with their subsidiaries, operate an asset management business and a retirement services business, respectively, which possess distinct characteristics. As a result, the Company’s financial statement presentation is organized into two tiers: asset management and retirement services. The Company believes that separate presentation provides a more informative view of the Company’s consolidated financial condition and results of operations than an aggregated presentation.
Deferred Revenue
Apollo records deferred revenue, which is a type of contract liability, when consideration is received in advance of management services provided. Deferred revenue is reversed and recognized as revenue over the period that the agreed upon services are performed. It is included in accounts payable, accrued expenses, and other liabilities in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. There was $154 million of revenue recognized during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 that was previously deferred as of January 1, 2024.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
Segment Reporting – Improvements to Reporting Segment Disclosures (ASU 2023-07)
In November 2023, the FASB issued guidance to incrementally add disclosures for public entities’ reporting segments including significant segment expenses and other segment items.
The guidance is mandatorily effective for the Company in its 2024 annual report and in interim periods in 2025; however, early adoption is permitted. The Company will adopt the new standard in its annual report for the year ended December 31, 2024, and expects the impact on the consolidated financial statements to be immaterial.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Income Taxes—Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (ASU 2023-09)
In December 2023, the FASB made amendments to update disclosures on income taxes including rate reconciliation, income taxes paid, and certain amendments on disaggregation by federal, state, and foreign taxes, as relevant.
The guidance is mandatorily effective for the Company for annual periods beginning in 2025; however, early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the new standard on its consolidated financial statements.
Intangibles—Goodwill and Other—Crypto Assets Accounting for and Disclosure of Crypto Assets (ASU 2023-08)
In December 2023, the FASB issued amendments on the accounting for and disclosure of crypto assets. The guidance requires assets that meet certain conditions be accounted for at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in net income. The ASU also requires disclosures about significant holdings, contractual sale restrictions, and changes during the reporting period.
The guidance is mandatorily effective for the Company on January 1, 2025, and early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the new standard on its consolidated financial statements.
Business Combinations – Joint Venture Formations (ASU 2023-05)
The amendments in this update address how a joint venture initially recognizes and measures contributions received at its formation date. The amendments require a joint venture to apply a new basis of accounting upon formation and to initially recognize its assets and liabilities at fair value.
The guidance is effective prospectively for all joint ventures formed on or after January 1, 2025, while retrospective application may be elected for a joint venture formed before the effective date. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the new standard on its consolidated financial statements.
Compensation – Stock Compensation (ASU 2024-01)
In March 2024, the FASB issued guidance in ASU 2024-01 that clarifies how an entity determines whether it is required to account for profits interest awards (and similar awards) in accordance with ASC 718 or other guidance. The ASU provides specific examples on when a profits interest award should be accounted for as a share-based payment arrangement under ASC 718 or in a manner similar to a cash bonus or profit-sharing arrangement under ASC 710 or other ASC topics.
The guidance is mandatorily effective for the Company on January 1, 2025, and early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the new pronouncement on its consolidated financial statements.
Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements
Investments– Equity Method and Joint Ventures (ASU 2023-02)
In March 2023, the FASB issued guidance to introduce the option of applying the proportional amortization method (“PAM”) to account for investments made primarily for the purpose of receiving income tax credits or other income tax benefits when certain requirements are met. Previously, PAM only applied to low-income housing tax credit investments.
The Company early adopted the guidance on October 1, 2023, and there was no impact to the condensed consolidated financial statements upon adoption.
Fair Value Measurement — Fair Value Measurement of Equity Securities Subject to Contractual Sale Restrictions (ASU 2022-03)
In June 2022, the FASB issued clarifying guidance that a restriction which is a characteristic of the holding entity rather than a characteristic of the equity security itself should not be considered in its fair value measurement. As a result, the Company is required to measure the fair value of equity securities subject to contractual restrictions attributable to the holding entity on the basis of the market price of the same equity security without those contractual restrictions. Companies are not permitted to
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
recognize a contractual sale restriction attributable to the holding entity as a separate unit of account. The guidance also requires disclosures for these equity securities.
The Company early adopted the guidance on July 1, 2023. The Company applied the guidance on a prospective basis, and there was no impact to the condensed consolidated financial statements upon adoption.
Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) — Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848 (ASU 2022-06, ASU 2021-01, ASU 2020-04)
The Company adopted ASU 2020-04 and ASU 2021-01 and elected to apply certain of the practical expedients related to contract modifications, hedge accounting relationships, and derivative modifications pertaining to discounting, margining, or contract price alignment. The main purpose of the practical expedients is to ease the administrative burden of accounting for contracts impacted by reference rate reform, and these elections did not have, and are not expected to have, a material impact on the condensed consolidated financial statements. ASU 2022-06 amended and deferred the sunset date of Topic 848 from December 31, 2022 to December 31, 2024, after which the Company will no longer be permitted to apply the expedients provided in Topic 848. The Company will continue to evaluate the impact of reference rate reform on contract modifications and hedging relationships.
3. Investments
The following table outlines the Company’s investments:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Asset Management
Investments, at fair value
$
1,388
$
1,489
Equity method investments
1,109
1,072
Performance allocations
3,005
2,941
Other investments
358
—
Total Investments – Asset Management
5,860
5,502
Retirement Services
AFS securities, at fair value
$
182,247
$
148,347
Trading securities, at fair value
2,303
2,544
Equity securities
1,549
1,611
Mortgage loans, at fair value
59,932
45,396
Investment funds
1,711
1,741
Policy loans
320
334
Funds withheld at interest
26,675
30,833
Derivative assets
7,529
5,298
Short-term investments
1,426
1,288
Other investments
2,075
1,549
Total Investments, including related parties – Retirement Services
285,767
238,941
Total Investments
$
291,627
$
244,443
Asset Management
Net Gains (Losses) from Investment Activities
The following outlines realized and net change in unrealized gains (losses) reported in net gains (losses) from investment activities:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Realized gains (losses) on sales of investments, net
$
1
$
(3)
$
1
$
(4)
Net change in unrealized gains (losses) due to changes in fair value
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Performance Allocations
Performance allocations receivable is recorded within investments in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. The table below provides a roll forward of the performance allocations balance:
(In millions)
Total
Performance allocations, January 1, 2024
$
2,941
Change in fair value of funds
880
Fund distributions to the Company
(816)
Performance allocations, September 30, 2024
$
3,005
The change in fair value of funds excludes the general partner obligation to return previously distributed performance allocations, which is recorded in due to related parties in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
The timing of the payment of performance allocations due to the general partner or investment manager varies depending on the terms of the applicable fund agreements. Generally, performance allocations with respect to the private equity funds and certain credit and real assets funds are payable and are distributed to the fund’s general partner upon realization of an investment if the fund’s cumulative returns are in excess of the preferred return.
Retirement Services
AFS Securities
The following table represents the amortized cost, allowance for credit losses, gross unrealized gains and losses and fair value of Athene’s AFS investments by asset type:
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Amortized Cost
Allowance for Credit Losses
Gross Unrealized Gains
Gross Unrealized Losses
Fair Value
AFS securities
U.S. government and agencies
$
6,161
$
—
$
67
$
(829)
$
5,399
U.S. state, municipal and political subdivisions
1,296
—
—
(250)
1,046
Foreign governments
2,083
—
71
(255)
1,899
Corporate
88,343
(129)
830
(10,798)
78,246
CLO
20,506
(2)
261
(558)
20,207
ABS
13,942
(49)
120
(630)
13,383
CMBS
7,070
(29)
52
(502)
6,591
RMBS
8,160
(381)
252
(464)
7,567
Total AFS securities
147,561
(590)
1,653
(14,286)
134,338
AFS securities – related parties
Corporate
1,423
—
1
(72)
1,352
CLO
4,367
—
21
(120)
4,268
ABS
8,665
(1)
34
(309)
8,389
Total AFS securities – related parties
14,455
(1)
56
(501)
14,009
Total AFS securities, including related parties
$
162,016
$
(591)
$
1,709
$
(14,787)
$
148,347
The amortized cost and fair value of AFS securities, including related parties, are shown by contractual maturity below:
September 30, 2024
(In millions)
Amortized Cost
Fair Value
AFS securities
Due in one year or less
$
2,407
$
2,394
Due after one year through five years
19,358
19,138
Due after five years through ten years
27,393
26,016
Due after ten years
57,038
49,558
CLO, ABS, CMBS and RMBS
68,056
67,579
Total AFS securities
174,252
164,685
AFS securities – related parties
Due after one year through five years
1,028
1,024
Due after five years through ten years
43
45
Due after ten years
224
210
CLO and ABS
16,488
16,283
Total AFS securities – related parties
17,783
17,562
Total AFS securities, including related parties
$
192,035
$
182,247
Actual maturities can differ from contractual maturities as borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Unrealized Losses on AFS Securities
The following summarizes the fair value and gross unrealized losses for AFS securities, including related parties, for which an allowance for credit losses has not been recorded, aggregated by asset type and length of time the fair value has remained below amortized cost:
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following summarizes the number of AFS securities that were in an unrealized loss position, including related parties, for which an allowance for credit losses has not been recorded:
September 30, 2024
Unrealized Loss Position
Unrealized Loss Position 12 Months or More
AFS securities
7,058
6,167
AFS securities – related parties
139
62
The unrealized losses on AFS securities can primarily be attributed to changes in market interest rates since acquisition. Athene did not recognize the unrealized losses in income, unless as required for hedge accounting, as it intends to hold these securities and it is not more likely than not it will be required to sell a security before the recovery of its amortized cost.
Allowance for Credit Losses
The following table summarizes the activity in the allowance for credit losses for AFS securities by asset type:
Three months ended September 30, 2024
Additions
Reductions
(In millions)
Beginning balance
Initial credit losses
Initial credit losses on PCD securities
Securities sold during the period
Additions (reductions) to previously impaired securities
Ending balance
AFS securities
Corporate
$
168
$
—
$
—
$
—
$
—
$
168
CLO
—
1
—
—
—
1
ABS
67
13
—
(14)
8
74
CMBS
57
1
—
—
(1)
57
RMBS
378
5
—
(4)
(2)
377
Total AFS securities
670
20
—
(18)
5
677
AFS securities – related parties, ABS
1
—
—
—
—
1
Total AFS securities, including related parties
$
671
$
20
$
—
$
(18)
$
5
$
678
Three months ended September 30, 2023
Additions
Reductions
(In millions)
Beginning balance
Initial credit losses
Initial credit losses on PCD securities
Securities sold during the period
Additions (reductions) to previously impaired securities
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Net Investment Income
Net investment income by asset class consists of the following:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
AFS securities
$
2,519
$
1,822
$
6,996
$
4,940
Trading securities
40
44
125
130
Equity securities
19
14
65
54
Mortgage loans
1,007
642
2,711
1,632
Investment funds
45
(15)
35
46
Funds withheld at interest
279
486
1,001
1,368
Other
217
213
617
620
Investment revenue
4,126
3,206
11,550
8,790
Investment expenses
(25)
(40)
(69)
(64)
Net investment income
$
4,101
$
3,166
$
11,481
$
8,726
Investment Related Gains (Losses)
Investment related gains (losses) by asset class consists of the following:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
AFS securities1
Gross realized gains on investment activity
$
744
$
55
$
936
$
379
Gross realized losses on investment activity
(237)
(431)
(802)
(647)
Net realized investment gains (losses) on AFS securities
507
(376)
134
(268)
Net recognized investment gains (losses) on trading securities
119
(137)
21
(105)
Net recognized investment gains (losses) on equity securities
38
(3)
65
(34)
Net recognized investment gains (losses) on mortgage loans
1,139
(911)
874
(838)
Derivative gains (losses)
1,608
(1,480)
2,486
(66)
Provision for credit losses
(14)
(60)
(114)
(237)
Other gains (losses)
(1,858)
343
(384)
355
Investment related gains (losses)
$
1,539
$
(2,624)
$
3,082
$
(1,193)
1 Includes the effects of recognized gains or losses on AFS securities associated with designated hedges.
Proceeds from sales of AFS securities were $8,539 million and $724 million for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and $19,305 million and $3,918 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
The following table summarizes the change in unrealized gains (losses) on trading and equity securities held as of the respective period end:
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Repurchase Agreements
The following table summarizes the remaining contractual maturities of repurchase agreements, which are included in payables for collateral on derivatives and securities to repurchase on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Less than 30 days
$
—
$
686
91 days to 1 year
1,097
—
Greater than 1 year
1,569
3,167
Payables for repurchase agreements
$
2,666
$
3,853
The following table summarizes the securities pledged as collateral for repurchase agreements:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Amortized Cost
Fair Value
Amortized Cost
Fair Value
AFS securities
Foreign governments
$
155
$
113
$
137
$
99
Corporate
1,770
1,549
2,735
2,307
CLO
587
589
580
579
ABS
597
559
1,207
1,086
Total securities pledged under repurchase agreements
$
3,109
$
2,810
$
4,659
$
4,071
Reverse Repurchase Agreements
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, amounts loaned under reverse repurchase agreements were $1,017 million and $947 million, respectively, and the fair value of the collateral, comprised primarily of asset-backed securities and commercial mortgage loans, was $2,347 million and $1,504 million, respectively.
Mortgage Loans, including related parties and consolidated VIEs
Mortgage loans include both commercial and residential loans. Athene has elected the fair value option on its mortgage loan portfolio. See note 6 for further fair value option information. The following represents the mortgage loan portfolio, with fair value option loans presented at unpaid principal balance:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Commercial mortgage loans
$
32,066
$
27,630
Commercial mortgage loans under development
1,722
1,228
Total commercial mortgage loans
33,788
28,858
Mark to fair value
(1,926)
(2,246)
Commercial mortgage loans
31,862
26,612
Residential mortgage loans
30,616
21,894
Mark to fair value
(320)
(937)
Residential mortgage loans
30,296
20,957
Mortgage loans
$
62,158
$
47,569
Athene primarily invests in commercial mortgage loans on income producing properties, including office and retail buildings, apartments, hotels, and industrial properties. Athene diversifies the commercial mortgage loan portfolio by geographic region and property type to reduce concentration risk. Athene evaluates mortgage loans based on relevant current information to confirm if properties are performing at a consistent and acceptable level to secure the related debt.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The distribution of commercial mortgage loans, including those under development, by property type and geographic region is as follows:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Fair Value
Percentage of Total
Fair Value
Percentage of Total
Property type
Apartment
$
11,556
36.3
%
$
9,591
36.0
%
Office building
4,140
13.0
%
4,455
16.7
%
Industrial
6,144
19.3
%
4,143
15.6
%
Hotels
2,941
9.2
%
2,913
11.0
%
Retail
2,447
7.7
%
2,158
8.1
%
Other commercial
4,634
14.5
%
3,352
12.6
%
Total commercial mortgage loans
$
31,862
100.0
%
$
26,612
100.0
%
U.S. region
East North Central
$
1,494
4.7
%
$
1,517
5.7
%
East South Central
443
1.3
%
523
2.0
%
Middle Atlantic
8,497
26.7
%
7,147
26.9
%
Mountain
1,335
4.2
%
1,196
4.5
%
New England
1,126
3.5
%
1,295
4.9
%
Pacific
5,788
18.2
%
4,860
18.3
%
South Atlantic
5,504
17.3
%
4,583
17.2
%
West North Central
228
0.7
%
249
0.9
%
West South Central
1,965
6.2
%
1,228
4.6
%
Total U.S. region
26,380
82.8
%
22,598
85.0
%
International region
United Kingdom
2,638
8.3
%
2,343
8.7
%
Other international1
2,844
8.9
%
1,671
6.3
%
Total international region
5,482
17.2
%
4,014
15.0
%
Total commercial mortgage loans
$
31,862
100.0
%
$
26,612
100.0
%
1 Represents all other countries, with each individual country comprising less than 5% of the portfolio.
Athene’s residential mortgage loan portfolio primarily consists of first lien residential mortgage loans collateralized by properties in various geographic locations and is summarized by proportion of the portfolio in the following table:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
U.S. States
California
26.2
%
27.6
%
Florida
12.6
%
12.0
%
Texas
7.0
%
6.1
%
New York
5.1
%
5.9
%
Other1
40.2
%
39.4
%
Total U.S. residential mortgage loan percentage
91.1
%
91.0
%
International
United Kingdom
5.1
%
4.0
%
Other1
3.8
%
5.0
%
Total international residential mortgage loan percentage
8.9
%
9.0
%
Total residential mortgage loan percentage
100.0
%
100.0
%
1 Represents all other states or countries, with each individual state or country comprising less than 5% of the portfolio.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Investment Funds
Athene’s investment fund portfolio strategy primarily focuses on core holdings of strategic origination and retirement services platforms, equity and credit funds, and other funds. Strategic origination platforms include investments sourced by affiliated platforms that originate loans to third parties and in which Athene gains exposure directly to the loan or indirectly through its ownership of the origination platform and/or securitizations of assets originated by the origination platform. Retirement services platforms include investments in equity of financial services companies. The credit strategy is comprised of direct origination, asset-backed, multi credit and opportunistic credit funds focused on generating returns through high-quality credit underwriting and origination. The equity strategy is comprised of private equity, hybrid value, secondaries equity, real estate equity, impact investing platform, infrastructure and clean transition equity funds that raise capital from investors to pursue control-oriented investments across the universe of private assets. Investment funds can meet the definition of VIEs. The investment funds do not specify timing of distributions on the funds’ underlying assets.
The following summarizes Athene’s investment funds, including related parties and consolidated VIEs:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023 1
(In millions, except percentages)
Carrying Value
Percentage of Total
Carrying Value
Percentage of Total
Investment funds
Equity
$
107
0.6
%
$
109
0.6
%
Investment funds – related parties
Strategic origination platforms
28
0.1
%
32
0.2
%
Retirement services platforms
1,287
6.9
%
1,300
7.4
%
Equity
264
1.4
%
267
1.5
%
Credit
16
0.1
%
20
0.1
%
Other
9
—
%
13
0.1
%
Total investment funds – related parties
1,604
8.5
%
1,632
9.3
%
Investment funds – consolidated VIEs
Strategic origination platforms
5,519
29.5
%
4,987
28.4
%
Retirement services platforms
—
—
%
483
2.8
%
Equity
7,730
41.3
%
6,925
39.4
%
Credit
3,077
16.4
%
2,852
16.2
%
Other
702
3.7
%
573
3.3
%
Total investment funds – consolidated VIEs
17,028
90.9
%
15,820
90.1
%
Total investment funds, including related parties and consolidated VIEs
$
18,739
100.0
%
$
17,561
100.0
%
1 Prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform with the current year presentation as a result of aligning the investment fund categories to reflect the Company’s updated investment strategies.
Concentrations—The following table represents Athene’s investment concentrations in excess of 10% of stockholders’ equity:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
AP Grange Holdings, LLC
$
4,626
Atlas1
3,240
Fox Hedge L.P.
3,050
December 31, 2023
Wheels1
$
1,591
AT&T Inc.
1,526
1 Related party amounts are representative of single issuer risk and may only include a portion of the total investments associated with a related party. See further discussion of these related parties in note 15.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
4. Derivatives
The Company uses a variety of derivative instruments to manage risks, primarily equity, interest rate, credit, foreign currency and market volatility. See note 6 for information about the fair value hierarchy for derivatives.
The following table presents the notional amount and fair value of derivative instruments:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Notional Amount
Fair Value
Notional Amount
Fair Value
(In millions)
Assets
Liabilities
Assets
Liabilities
Derivatives designated as hedges
Foreign currency hedges
Swaps
15,119
$
503
$
345
9,034
$
477
$
230
Forwards
3,691
195
36
6,294
275
102
Interest rate swaps
4,506
56
418
4,468
—
521
Forwards on net investments
218
—
3
219
—
6
Interest rate swaps
21,079
131
40
10,031
29
95
Total derivatives designated as hedges
885
842
781
954
Derivatives not designated as hedges
Equity options
82,762
5,820
127
73,881
3,809
102
Futures
44
119
—
35
72
—
Foreign currency swaps
13,706
223
354
8,072
230
244
Interest rate swaps
1,870
76
1
3,499
81
9
Other swaps
2,591
12
1
2,588
39
1
Foreign currency forwards
40,174
394
1,433
28,236
286
685
Embedded derivatives
Funds withheld, including related parties
(3,111)
80
(4,100)
(64)
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
—
11,996
—
9,059
Total derivatives not designated as hedges
3,533
13,992
417
10,036
Total derivatives
$
4,418
$
14,834
$
1,198
$
10,990
Derivatives Designated as Hedges
Cash Flow Hedges
Athene uses interest rate swaps to convert floating-rate interest payments to fixed-rate interest payments to reduce exposure to interest rate changes. The interest rate swaps will expire by July 2031. During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, Athene recognized gains of $152 million and $91 million, respectively, in other comprehensive income (“OCI”) associated with these hedges. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, Athene recognized gains of $149 million and losses of $35 million, respectively, in OCI associated with these hedges. There were no amounts deemed ineffective during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. As of September 30, 2024, no amounts were expected to be reclassified to income within the next 12 months.
Fair Value Hedges
Athene uses foreign currency forward contracts, foreign currency swaps, foreign currency interest rate swaps and interest rate swaps that are designated and accounted for as fair value hedges to hedge certain exposures to foreign currency risk and interest rate risk. The foreign currency forward price is agreed upon at the time of the contract and payment is made at a specified future date.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Amounts excluded
(In millions)
Derivatives
Hedged items
Net
Recognized in income through amortization approach
Recognized in income through changes in fair value
Nine months ended September 30, 2024
Investment related gains (losses)
Foreign currency forwards
$
(1)
$
1
$
—
$
35
$
14
Foreign currency swaps
(158)
144
(14)
—
—
Foreign currency interest rate swaps
132
(135)
(3)
—
—
Interest rate swaps
267
(310)
(43)
—
—
Interest sensitive contract benefits
Foreign currency interest rate swaps
66
(64)
2
—
—
Nine months ended September 30, 2023
Investment related gains (losses)
Foreign currency forwards
$
74
$
(77)
$
(3)
$
66
$
12
Foreign currency swaps
59
(57)
2
—
—
Foreign currency interest rate swaps
(5)
15
10
—
—
Interest rate swaps
(92)
79
(13)
—
—
Interest sensitive contract benefits
Foreign currency interest rate swaps
44
(44)
—
—
—
The following is a summary of the gains (losses) excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness that were recognized in OCI:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Foreign currency forwards
$
13
$
(65)
$
(2)
$
(63)
Foreign currency swaps
56
(239)
82
(182)
Net Investment Hedges
Athene uses foreign currency forwards to hedge the foreign currency exchange rate risk of its investments in subsidiaries that have a reporting currency other than the U.S. dollar. Hedge effectiveness is assessed based on the changes in forward rates. During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, these derivatives had losses of $14 million and gains of $13 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, these derivatives had losses of $11 million and gains of $5 million, respectively. These derivatives are included in foreign currency translation and other adjustments on the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss). As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the cumulative foreign currency translations recorded in AOCI related to these net investment hedges were gains of $15 million and $26 million, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, there were no amounts deemed ineffective.
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedges
Equity options
Athene uses equity indexed options to economically hedge fixed indexed annuity products that guarantee the return of principal to the policyholder and credit interest based on a percentage of the gain in a specified market index, primarily the S&P 500. To hedge against adverse changes in equity indices, Athene enters into contracts to buy equity indexed options. The contracts are net settled in cash based on differentials in the indices at the time of exercise and the strike price.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Futures
Athene purchases futures contracts to hedge the growth in interest credited to the customer as a direct result of increases in the related indices. Athene enters into exchange-traded futures with regulated futures commission clearing brokers who are members of a trading exchange. Under exchange-traded futures contracts, Athene agrees to purchase a specified number of contracts with other parties and to post variation margin on a daily basis in an amount equal to the difference in the daily fair values of those contracts.
Interest rate swaps
Athene uses interest rate swaps to reduce market risks from interest rate changes and to alter interest rate exposure arising from duration mismatches between assets and liabilities. With an interest rate swap, Athene agrees with another party to exchange the difference between fixed-rate and floating-rate interest amounts tied to an agreed-upon notional principal amount at specified intervals.
Other swaps
Other swaps include total return swaps, credit default swaps and swaptions. Athene purchases total rate of return swaps to gain exposure and benefit from a reference asset or index without ownership. Credit default swaps provide a measure of protection against the default of an issuer or allow Athene to gain credit exposure to an issuer or traded index. Athene uses credit default swaps coupled with a bond to synthetically create the characteristics of a reference bond. Swaptions provide an option to enter into an interest rate swap and are used by Athene to hedge against interest rate exposure.
Embedded derivatives
Athene has embedded derivatives which are required to be separated from their host contracts and reported as derivatives. Host contracts include reinsurance agreements structured on a modco or funds withheld basis and indexed annuity products.
The following is a summary of the gains (losses) related to derivatives not designated as hedges:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Equity options
$
596
$
(951)
$
2,298
$
390
Futures
26
(73)
152
22
Swaps
(126)
(24)
(156)
38
Foreign currency forwards
209
146
(657)
(191)
Embedded derivatives on funds withheld
747
(780)
560
(439)
Amounts recognized in investment related gains (losses)
1,452
(1,682)
2,197
(180)
Embedded derivatives in indexed annuity products1
(275)
1,251
(1,270)
(277)
Total gains (losses) on derivatives not designated as hedges
$
1,177
$
(431)
$
927
$
(457)
1 Included in interest sensitive contract benefits on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Credit Risk
The Company may be exposed to credit-related losses in the event of counterparty nonperformance on derivative financial instruments. Generally, the current credit exposure of Athene’s derivative contracts is the fair value at the reporting date less any collateral received from the counterparty.
Athene manages credit risk related to over-the-counter derivatives by entering into transactions with creditworthy counterparties. Where possible, Athene maintains collateral arrangements and uses master netting agreements that provide for a single net payment from one counterparty to another at each due date and upon termination. Athene has also established counterparty exposure limits, where possible, in order to evaluate if there is sufficient collateral to support the net exposure.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Collateral arrangements typically require the posting of collateral in connection with its derivative instruments. Collateral agreements often contain posting thresholds, some of which may vary depending on the posting party’s financial strength ratings. Additionally, a decrease in Athene’s financial strength rating to a specified level can result in settlement of the derivative position.
The estimated fair value of Athene’s net derivative and other financial assets and liabilities after the application of master netting agreements and collateral were as follows:
Gross amounts not offset on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition
(In millions)
Gross amount recognized1
Financial instruments2
Collateral (received)/pledged
Net amount
Off-balance sheet securities collateral3
Net amount after securities collateral
September 30, 2024
Derivative assets
$
7,529
$
(1,739)
$
(5,272)
$
518
$
—
$
518
Derivative liabilities
(2,758)
1,739
1,091
72
1
73
December 31, 2023
Derivative assets
$
5,298
$
(1,497)
$
(3,676)
$
125
$
—
$
125
Derivative liabilities
(1,995)
1,497
848
350
—
350
1 The gross amounts of recognized derivative assets and derivative liabilities are reported on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, amounts not subject to master netting or similar agreements were immaterial.
2 Represents amounts offsetting derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to an enforceable master netting agreement or similar agreement that are not netted against the gross derivative assets or gross derivative liabilities for presentation on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
3 For non-cash collateral received, the Company does not recognize the collateral on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition unless the obligor (transferor) has defaulted under the terms of the secured contract and is no longer entitled to redeem the pledged asset. Amounts do not include any excess of collateral pledged or received.
5. Variable Interest Entities
A variable interest in a VIE is an investment or other interest that will absorb portions of the VIE’s expected losses and/or receive expected residual returns. Variable interests in consolidated VIEs and unconsolidated VIEs are discussed separately below.
Consolidated VIEs
Consolidated VIEs include certain CLOs and funds managed by the Company and other entities where the Company is deemed the primary beneficiary. In addition, during 2023, consolidated VIEs also included SPACs which were liquidated during the fourth quarter of 2023. See note 15 for further details regarding Apollo’s previously consolidated SPACs.
The assets of consolidated VIEs are not available to creditors of the Company, and the investors in these consolidated VIEs have no recourse against the assets of the Company. Similarly, there is no recourse to the Company for the consolidated VIEs’ liabilities.
Other assets of the consolidated VIEs include interest receivables, receivables from affiliates and reverse repurchase agreements. Other liabilities include debt and short-term payables.
Each series of notes in a respective consolidated VIE participates in distributions from the VIE, including principal and interest from underlying investments. Amounts allocated to the noteholders reflect amounts that would be distributed if the VIE’s affairs were wound up and its assets sold for cash equal to their respective carrying values, its liabilities satisfied in accordance with their terms, and all the remaining amounts distributed to the noteholders. The respective VIEs that issue the notes payable are marked at their prevailing net asset value, which approximates fair value.
Results from certain funds managed by Apollo are reported on a three-month lag based upon the availability of financial information.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Net Gains (Losses) from Investment Activities of Consolidated Variable Interest Entities—Asset Management
The following table presents net gains (losses) from investment activities of the consolidated VIEs:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
20241
20231
20241
20231
Net gains (losses) from investment activities
$
32
$
18
$
25
$
42
Net gains (losses) from other liabilities
(7)
—
(7)
—
Interest and other income
46
59
140
133
Interest and other expenses
(27)
(28)
(88)
(80)
Net gains (losses) from investment activities of consolidated variable interest entities
$
44
$
49
$
70
$
95
1 Amounts reflect consolidation eliminations.
In addition, we recognize revenues and expenses of certain consolidated VIEs within management fees, investment income (loss), compensation and benefits and general, administrative and other. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded $9 million and $27 million, respectively, of revenues and $74 million and $75 million, respectively, of expenses related to the activities of these VIEs. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded $9 million and $12 million, respectively, of revenues related to the activities of these VIEs.
Subscription Lines
Included within other liabilities are amounts due to third-party institutions by the consolidated VIEs. The following table summarizes the principal provisions of those amounts:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Principal Outstanding
Weighted Average Interest Rate
Weighted Average Remaining Maturity in Years
Principal Outstanding
Weighted Average Interest Rate
Weighted Average Remaining Maturity in Years
Asset Management
Subscription lines1
$
942
7.07
%
0.07
$
1,072
7.16
%
0.09
Total – Asset Management
$
942
$
1,072
1 The subscription lines of the consolidated VIEs are collateralized by assets held by each respective vehicle and assets of one vehicle may not be used to satisfy the liabilities of another vehicle.
The consolidated VIEs’ debt obligations contain various customary loan covenants. As of September 30, 2024, the Company was not aware of any instances of non-compliance with any of these covenants.
Reverse Repurchase Agreements
As of December 31, 2023, fair value of collateral received under reverse repurchase agreements was $453 million. There was no rehypothecation of the collateral received under reverse repurchase agreements as of December 31, 2023.
The following table presents the maximum exposure to losses relating to these VIEs for which Apollo has concluded that it holds a significant variable interest, but that it is not the primary beneficiary.
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Maximum Loss Exposure1,2
$
795
$
325
1 Represents Apollo’s direct investment in those entities in which it holds a significant variable interest and certain other investments. Additionally, cumulative performance allocations are subject to reversal in the event of future losses.
The Company has variable interests in certain unconsolidated VIEs in the form of securities and ownership stakes in investment funds.
Fixed maturity securities
Athene invests in securitization entities as a debt holder or an investor in the residual interest of the securitization vehicle. These entities are deemed VIEs due to insufficient equity within the structure and lack of control by the equity investors over the activities that significantly impact the economics of the entity. In general, Athene is a debt investor within these entities and, as such, holds a variable interest; however, due to the debt holders’ lack of ability to control the decisions within the trust that significantly impact the entity, and the fact the debt holders are protected from losses due to the subordination of the equity tranche, the debt holders are not deemed the primary beneficiary. Securitization vehicles in which Athene holds the residual tranche are not consolidated because Athene does not unilaterally have substantive rights to remove the general partner, or when assessing related party interests, Athene is not under common control, as defined by U.S. GAAP, with the related parties, nor are substantially all of the activities conducted on Athene’s behalf; therefore, Athene is not deemed the primary beneficiary. Debt investments and investments in the residual tranche of securitization entities are considered debt instruments, and are held at fair value and classified as AFS or trading securities on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
Investment funds
Investment funds include non-fixed income, alternative investments in the form of limited partnerships or similar legal structures.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Equity securities
Athene invests in preferred equity securities issued by entities deemed to be VIEs due to insufficient equity within the structure.
Athene’s risk of loss associated with its non-consolidated investments depends on the investment. Investment funds, equity securities and trading securities are limited to the carrying value plus unfunded commitments. AFS securities are limited to amortized cost plus unfunded commitments.
The following summarizes the carrying value and maximum loss exposure of these non-consolidated investments:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Carrying Value
Maximum Loss Exposure
Carrying Value
Maximum Loss Exposure
Investment funds
$
107
$
862
$
109
$
876
Investment in related parties – investment funds
1,604
2,659
1,632
2,377
Assets of consolidated VIEs – investment funds
17,028
23,587
15,820
22,129
Investment in fixed maturity securities
67,990
69,290
48,155
50,623
Investment in related parties – fixed maturity securities
16,902
20,764
13,495
15,608
Investment in related parties – equity securities
257
257
318
318
Total non-consolidated investments
$
103,888
$
117,419
$
79,529
$
91,931
6. Fair Value
Fair Value Measurements of Financial Instruments
The following summarize the Company’s financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value hierarchy level:
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
NAV
Total
Other investments
—
2
101
—
103
Cash and cash equivalents
98
—
—
—
98
Total Assets – Retirement Services
21,581
131,131
70,748
14,843
238,303
Total Assets
$
24,595
$
131,185
$
73,478
$
15,031
$
244,289
Liabilities
Asset Management
Other liabilities of consolidated VIEs, at fair value
$
—
$
3
$
—
$
—
$
3
Contingent consideration obligations4
—
—
93
—
93
Derivative liabilities3
—
42
—
—
42
Total Liabilities – Asset Management
—
45
93
—
138
Retirement Services
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
Embedded derivative
—
—
9,059
—
9,059
Universal life benefits
—
—
834
—
834
Future policy benefits
AmerUs Closed Block
—
—
1,178
—
1,178
ILICO Closed Block and life benefits
—
—
522
—
522
Market risk benefits5
—
—
3,751
—
3,751
Derivative liabilities
17
1,977
1
—
1,995
Other liabilities
—
(64)
330
—
266
Total Liabilities – Retirement Services
17
1,913
15,675
—
17,605
Total Liabilities
$
17
$
1,958
$
15,768
$
—
$
17,743
(Concluded)
1 Investments as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 excludes $223 million and $218 million, respectively, of performance allocations classified as Level 3 related to certain investments for which the Company elected the fair value option. The Company’s policy is to account for performance allocations as investments.
2 Due from related parties represents a receivable from a fund.
3 Derivative assets and derivative liabilities are presented as a component of Other assets and Other liabilities, respectively, in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
4 As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Other liabilities includes $1 million and $26 million, respectively, of contingent obligations related to the Griffin Capital acquisition, classified as Level 3 and also includes profit sharing payable of $55 million and $67 million, respectively, related to other contingent obligations classified as Level 3.
5 Other assets consist of market risk benefits assets. See note 8for additional information on market risk benefits assets and liabilities valuation methodology and additional fair value disclosures.
Changes in fair value of contingent consideration obligations in connection with the acquisitions of Stone Tower and Griffin Capital are recorded in compensation and benefits expense and other income (loss), net, respectively, in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Refer to note 16 for further details.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Level 3 Financial Instruments
The following tables summarize the valuation techniques and quantitative inputs and assumptions used for financial assets and liabilities categorized as Level 3:
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Financial Instruments Without Readily Determinable Fair Values
The Company elected the measurement alternative for certain equity securities that do not have a readily determinable fair value. The equity securities are held at cost less any impairment. The carrying amount of the equity securities was $358 million, net of an impairment of $42 million, as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
Fair Value Option – Retirement Services
The following represents the gains (losses) recorded for instruments for which Athene has elected the fair value option, including related parties and VIEs:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Trading securities
$
131
$
(116)
$
31
$
(84)
Mortgage loans
1,186
(984)
868
(909)
Investment funds
38
(66)
13
23
Future policy benefits
(46)
59
12
64
Other
5
(4)
9
(71)
Total gains (losses)
$
1,314
$
(1,111)
$
933
$
(977)
Gains and losses on trading securities, mortgage loans, and other are recorded in investment related gains (losses) on the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Gains and losses related to investment funds are recorded in net investment income on the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Gains and losses related to investments of consolidated VIEs are recorded in revenues of consolidated VIEs on the condensed consolidated statements of operations. The change in fair value of future policy benefits is recorded to future policy and other policy benefits on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
The following summarizes information for fair value option mortgage loans, including related parties and VIEs:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Unpaid principal balance
$
64,404
$
50,752
Mark to fair value
(2,246)
(3,183)
Fair value
$
62,158
$
47,569
The following represents the commercial mortgage loan portfolio 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Unpaid principal balance of commercial mortgage loans 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status
$
507
$
221
Mark to fair value of commercial mortgage loans 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status
(191)
(74)
Fair value of commercial mortgage loans 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status
$
316
$
147
Fair value of commercial mortgage loans 90 days or more past due
$
254
$
64
Fair value of commercial mortgage loans in non-accrual status
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following represents the residential mortgage loan portfolio 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Unpaid principal balance of residential mortgage loans 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status
$
850
$
528
Mark to fair value of residential mortgage loans 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status
(74)
(49)
Fair value of residential mortgage loans 90 days or more past due and/or in non-accrual status
$
776
$
479
Fair value of residential mortgage loans 90 days or more past due1
$
776
$
479
Fair value of residential mortgage loans in non-accrual status
679
355
1 As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, includes $97 million and $124 million, respectively, of residential mortgage loans that are guaranteed by U.S. government-sponsored agencies.
The following is the estimated amount of gains (losses) included in earnings during the period attributable to changes in instrument-specific credit risk on our mortgage loan portfolio:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Mortgage loans
$
(19)
$
(20)
$
(49)
$
(31)
The portion of gains and losses attributable to changes in instrument-specific credit risk is estimated by identifying commercial mortgage loans with loan-to-value ratios meeting credit quality criteria, and residential mortgage loans with delinquency status meeting credit quality criteria.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments Not Carried at Fair Value – Retirement Services
The following represents Athene’s financial instruments not carried at fair value on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition:
September 30, 2024
(In millions)
Carrying Value
Fair Value
NAV
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Financial assets
Investment funds
$
107
$
107
$
107
$
—
$
—
$
—
Policy loans
320
320
—
—
320
—
Funds withheld at interest
23,812
23,812
—
—
—
23,812
Short-term investments
205
205
—
—
—
205
Other investments
17
28
—
—
—
28
Investments in related parties
Investment funds
498
498
498
—
—
—
Funds withheld at interest
5,974
5,974
—
—
—
5,974
Short-term investments
812
812
—
—
812
—
Total financial assets not carried at fair value
$
31,745
$
31,756
$
605
$
—
$
1,132
$
30,019
Financial liabilities
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
$
191,137
$
187,554
$
—
$
—
$
—
$
187,554
Debt
5,725
5,448
—
591
4,857
—
Securities to repurchase
2,666
2,666
—
—
2,666
—
Funds withheld liability
3,416
3,416
—
—
—
3,416
Total financial liabilities not carried at fair value
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Carrying Value
Fair Value
NAV
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Financial assets
Investment funds
$
109
$
109
$
109
$
—
$
—
$
—
Policy loans
334
334
—
—
334
—
Funds withheld at interest
27,738
27,738
—
—
—
27,738
Other investments
46
52
—
—
—
52
Investments in related parties
Investment funds
550
550
550
—
—
—
Funds withheld at interest
7,195
7,195
—
—
—
7,195
Short-term investments
947
947
—
—
947
—
Total financial assets not carried at fair value
$
36,919
$
36,925
$
659
$
—
$
1,281
$
34,985
Financial liabilities
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
$
154,095
$
146,038
$
—
$
—
$
—
$
146,038
Debt
4,209
3,660
—
—
3,660
—
Securities to repurchase
3,853
3,853
—
—
3,853
—
Funds withheld liability
350
350
—
—
350
—
Total financial liabilities not carried at fair value
$
162,507
$
153,901
$
—
$
—
$
7,863
$
146,038
The fair value for financial instruments not carried at fair value are estimated using the same methods and assumptions as those carried at fair value. The financial instruments presented above are reported at carrying value on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition; however, in the case of policy loans, funds withheld at interest and liability, short-term investments, and securities to repurchase, the carrying amount approximates fair value.
Interest sensitive contract liabilities – The carrying and fair value of interest sensitive contract liabilities above includes fixed indexed and traditional fixed annuities without mortality or morbidity risks, funding agreements and payout annuities without life contingencies. The embedded derivatives within fixed indexed annuities without mortality or morbidity risks are excluded, as they are carried at fair value. The valuation of these investment contracts is based on discounted cash flow methodologies using significant unobservable inputs. The estimated fair value is determined using current market risk-free interest rates, adding a spread to reflect nonperformance risk and subtracting a risk margin to reflect uncertainty inherent in the projected cash flows.
Debt – The fair value of debt is obtained from commercial pricing services. See note 11 for further information on debt.
Significant Unobservable Inputs
Asset Management
Discounted Cash Flow and Direct Capitalization Model
When a discounted cash flow or direct capitalization model is used to determine fair value, the significant input used in the valuation model is the discount rate applied to present value the projected cash flows or the capitalization rate, respectively. Increases in the discount or capitalization rate can significantly lower the fair value of an investment and the contingent consideration obligations; conversely decreases in the discount or capitalization rate can significantly increase the fair value of an investment and the contingent consideration obligations. See note 16 for further discussion of the contingent consideration obligations.
Option Model
When an option model is used to determine fair value, the significant input used in the valuation model is the volatility rate applied to present value the projected cash flows. Increases in the volatility rate can significantly lower the fair value of an investment and the contingent consideration obligations; conversely decreases in the discount or capitalization rate can significantly increase the fair value of an investment and the contingent consideration obligations.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Consolidated VIEs’ Investments
The significant unobservable input used in the fair value measurement of the equity securities, bank loans and bonds is the discount rate applied in the valuation models. This input in isolation can cause significant increases or decreases in fair value, which would result in a significantly lower or higher fair value measurement. The discount rate is determined based on the market rates an investor would expect for a similar investment with similar risks.
NAV
Certain investments and investments of VIEs are valued using the NAV per share equivalent calculated by the investment manager as a practical expedient to determine an independent fair value.
Retirement Services
AFS, trading and equity securities
Athene usesdiscounted cash flow models to calculate the fair value for certain fixed maturity and equity securities. The discount rate is a significant unobservable input because the credit spread includes adjustments made to the base rate. The base rate represents a market comparable rate for securities with similar characteristics. This excludes assets for which fair value is provided by independent broker quotes.
Mortgage loans
Athene uses discounted cash flow models from independent commercial pricing services to calculate the fair value of its mortgage loan portfolio. The discount rate is a significant unobservable input. This approach uses market transaction information and client portfolio-oriented information, such as prepayments or defaults, to support the valuations.
Significant unobservable inputs used in the fixed indexed annuities embedded derivative of the interest sensitive contract liabilities valuation include:
1.Nonperformance risk – For contracts Athene issues, it uses the credit spread, relative to the U.S. Treasury curve based on Athene’s public credit rating as of the valuation date. This represents Athene’s credit risk for use in the estimate of the fair value of embedded derivatives.
2.Option budget – Athene assumes future hedge costs in the derivative’s fair value estimate. The level of option budgets determines the future costs of the options and impacts future policyholder account value growth.
3.Policyholder behavior – Athene regularly reviews the full withdrawal (surrender rate) assumptions. These are based on initial pricing assumptions updated for actual experience. Actual experience may be limited for recently issued products.
Valuation of Underlying Investments
Asset Management
As previously noted, the underlying entities that Apollo manages and invests in are primarily investment companies that account for their investments at estimated fair value.
On a quarterly basis, valuation committees consisting of members from senior management review and approve the valuation results related to the investments of the funds Apollo manages. Apollo also retains external valuation firms to provide third-party valuation consulting services to Apollo, which consist of certain limited procedures that management identifies and requests them to perform. The limited procedures provided by the external valuation firms assist management with validating their valuation results or determining fair value. Apollo performs various back-testing procedures to validate their valuation approaches, including comparisons between expected and observed outcomes, forecast evaluations and variance analyses. However, because of the inherent uncertainty of valuation, those estimated values may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market for the investments existed, and the differences could be material.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Credit Investments
Credit investments are generally valued based on third-party vendor prices and/or quoted market prices and valuation models. Valuations using quoted market prices are based on the average of the “bid” and the “ask” quotes provided by multiple brokers wherever possible without any adjustments. Apollo will designate certain brokers to use to value specific securities. In determining the designated brokers, Apollo considers the following: (i) brokers with which Apollo has previously transacted, (ii) the underwriter of the security and (iii) active brokers indicating executable quotes. In addition, when valuing a security based on broker quotes wherever possible Apollo tests the standard deviation amongst the quotes received and the variance between the concluded fair value and the value provided by a pricing service. When relying on a third-party vendor as a primary source, Apollo (i) analyzes how the price has moved over the measurement period, (ii) reviews the number of brokers included in the pricing service’s population, if available, and (iii) validates the valuation levels with Apollo’s pricing team and traders.
Debt securities that are not publicly traded or whose market prices are not readily available are valued at fair value utilizing a model-based approach to determine fair value. Valuation approaches used to estimate the fair value of illiquid credit investments also may include the income approach, as described below. The valuation approaches used consider, as applicable, market risks, credit risks, counterparty risks and foreign currency risks.
Equity Investments
The majority of illiquid equity investments are valued using the market approach and/or the income approach, as described below.
Market Approach
The market approach is driven by current market conditions, including actual trading levels of similar companies and, to the extent available, actual transaction data of similar companies. Judgment is required by management when assessing which companies are similar to the subject company being valued. Consideration may also be given to any of the following factors: (1) the subject company’s historical and projected financial data; (2) valuations given to comparable companies; (3) the size and scope of the subject company’s operations; (4) the subject company’s individual strengths and weaknesses; (5) expectations relating to the market’s receptivity to an offering of the subject company’s securities; (6) applicable restrictions on transfer; (7) industry and market information; (8) general economic and market conditions; and (9) other factors deemed relevant. Market approach valuation models typically employ a multiple that is based on one or more of the factors described above.
Enterprise value as a multiple of EBITDA is common and relevant for most companies and industries, however, other industry specific multiples are employed where available and appropriate.Sources for gaining additional knowledge related to comparable companies include public filings, annual reports, analyst research reports and press releases. Once a comparable company set is determined, Apollo reviews certain aspects of the subject company’s performance and determines how its performance compares to the group and to certain individuals in the group. Apollo compares certain measurements such as EBITDA margins, revenue growth over certain time periods, leverage ratios and growth opportunities. In addition, Apollo compares the entry multiple and its relation to the comparable set at the time of acquisition to understand its relation to the comparable set on each measurement date.
Income Approach
The income approach provides an indication of fair value based on the present value of cash flows that a business or security is expected to generate in the future. The most widely used methodology for the income approach is a discounted cash flow method. Inherent in the discounted cash flow method are significant assumptions related to the subject company’s expected results, the determination of a terminal value and a calculated discount rate, which is normally based on the subject company’s WACC. The WACC represents the required rate of return on total capitalization, which is comprised of a required rate of return on equity, plus the current tax-effected rate of return on debt, weighted by the relative percentages of equity and debt that are typical in the industry. The most critical step in determining the appropriate WACC for each subject company is to select companies that are comparable in nature to the subject company and the credit quality of the subject company. Sources for gaining additional knowledge about the comparable companies include public filings, annual reports, analyst research reports and press releases. The general formula then used for calculating the WACC considers the after-tax rate of return on debt capital and the rate of return on common equity capital, which further considers the risk-free rate of return, market beta, market
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
risk premium and small stock premium, if applicable. The variables used in the WACC formula are inferred from the comparable market data obtained. The Company evaluates the comparable companies selected and concludes on WACC inputs based on the most comparable company or analyzes the range of data for the investment.
The value of liquid investments, where the primary market is an exchange (whether foreign or domestic), is determined using period end market prices. Such prices are generally based on the close price on the date of determination.
Certain of the funds Apollo manages may also enter into foreign currency exchange contracts, total return swap contracts, credit default swap contracts and other derivative contracts, which may include options, caps, collars and floors. Foreign currency exchange contracts are marked-to-market by recognizing the difference between the contract exchange rate and the current market rate as unrealized appreciation or depreciation. If securities are held at the end of the period, the changes in value are recorded in income as unrealized. Realized gains or losses are recognized when contracts are settled. Total return swap and credit default swapcontracts are recorded at fair value as an asset or liability with changes in fair value recorded as unrealized appreciation or depreciation. Realized gains or losses are recognized at the termination of the contract based on the difference between the close-out price of the total return or credit default swap contract and the original contract price. Forward contracts are valued based on market rates obtained from counterparties or prices obtained from recognized financial data service providers.
Retirement Services
NAV
Investment funds are typically measured using NAV as a practical expedient in determining fair value and are not classified in the fair value hierarchy. The carrying value reflects a pro rata ownership percentage as indicated by NAV in the investment fund financial statements, which may be adjusted if it is determined NAV is not calculated consistent with investment company fair value principles. The underlying investments of the investment funds may have significant unobservable inputs, which may include but are not limited to, comparable multiples and WACC rates applied in valuation models or a discounted cash flow model.
AFS and trading securities
The fair values for most marketable securities without an active market are obtained from several commercial pricing services. These are classified as Level 2 assets. The pricing services incorporate a variety of market observable information in their valuation techniques, including benchmark yields, trading activity, credit quality, issuer spreads, bids, offers and other reference data. This category typically includes U.S. and non-U.S. corporate bonds, U.S. agency and government guaranteed securities, CLO, ABS, CMBS and RMBS.
Athene also has fixed maturity securities priced based on indicative broker quotes or by employing market accepted valuation models. For certain fixed maturity securities, the valuation model uses significant unobservable inputs and these are included in Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy. Significant unobservable inputs used include discount rates, issue-specific credit adjustments, material non-public financial information, estimation of future earnings and cash flows, default rate assumptions, liquidity assumptions and indicative quotes from market makers. These inputs are usually considered unobservable, as not all market participants have access to this data.
Privately placed fixed maturity securities are valued based on the credit quality and duration of comparable marketable securities, which may be securities of another issuer with similar characteristics. In some instances, a matrix-based pricing model is used. These models consider the current level of risk-free interest rates, corporate spreads, credit quality of the issuer and cash flow characteristics of the security. Additional factors such as net worth of the borrower, value of collateral, capital structure of the borrower, presence of guarantees and Athene’s evaluation of the borrower’s ability to compete in its relevant market are also considered. Privately placed fixed maturity securities are classified as Level 2 or 3.
Equity securities
Fair values of publicly traded equity securities are based on quoted market prices and classified as Level 1. Other equity securities, typically private equities or equity securities not traded on an exchange, are valued based on other sources, such as commercial pricing services or brokers, and are classified as Level 2 or 3.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Mortgage loans
Athene estimates fair value monthly using discounted cash flow analysis and rates being offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit ratings. Loans with similar characteristics are aggregated for purposes of the calculations. The discounted cash flow model uses unobservable inputs, including estimates of discount rates and loan prepayments. Mortgage loans are classified as Level 3.
Investment funds
Certain investment funds for which Athene has elected the fair value option are included in Level 3 and are priced based on market accepted valuation models. The valuation models use significant unobservable inputs, which include material non-public financial information, estimation of future distributable earnings and demographic assumptions. These inputs are usually considered unobservable, as not all market participants have access to this data.
Other investments
The fair values of other investments are determined using a discounted cash flow model using discount rates for similar investments.
Funds withheld at interest embedded derivatives
Funds withheld at interest embedded derivatives represent the right to receive or obligation to pay the total return on the assets supporting the funds withheld at interest or funds withheld liability, respectively, and are analogous to a total return swap with a floating rate leg. The fair value of embedded derivatives on funds withheld and modco agreements is measured as the unrealized gain (loss) on the underlying assets and classified as Level 3.
Derivatives
Derivative contracts can be exchange traded or over the counter. Exchange-traded derivatives typically fall within Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy depending on trading activity. Over-the-counter derivatives are valued using valuation models or an income approach using third-party broker valuations. Valuation models require a variety of inputs, including contractual terms, market prices, yield curves, credit curves, measures of volatility, prepayment rates and correlation of the inputs. Athene considers and incorporates counterparty credit risk in the valuation process through counterparty credit rating requirements and monitoring of overall exposure. Athene also evaluates and includes its own nonperformance risk in valuing derivatives. The majority of Athene’s derivatives trade in liquid markets; therefore, it can verify model inputs and model selection does not involve significant management judgment. These are typically classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy.
Embedded derivatives related to interest sensitive contract liabilities with fixed indexed annuity products are classified as Level 3. The valuations include significant unobservable inputs associated with economic assumptions and actuarial assumptions for policyholder behavior.
AmerUs Closed Block
Athene elected the fair value option for the future policy benefits liability in the AmerUs Closed Block. The valuation technique is to set the fair value of policyholder liabilities equal to the fair value of assets. There is an additional component which captures the fair value of the open block’s obligations to the closed block business. This component is the present value of the projected release of required capital and future earnings before income taxes on required capital supporting the AmerUs Closed Block, discounted at a rate which represents a market participant’s required rate of return, less the initial required capital. Unobservable inputs include estimates for these items. The AmerUs Closed Block policyholder liabilities and any corresponding reinsurance recoverable are classified as Level 3.
ILICO Closed Block
Athene elected the fair value option for the ILICO Closed Block. The valuation technique is to set the fair value of policyholder liabilities equal to the fair value of assets. There is an additional component which captures the fair value of the open block’s
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
obligations to the closed block business. This component uses the present value of future cash flows which include commissions, administrative expenses, reinsurance premiums and benefits, and an explicit cost of capital. The discount rate includes a margin to reflect the business and nonperformance risk. Unobservable inputs include estimates for these items. The ILICO Closed Block policyholder liabilities and corresponding reinsurance recoverable are classified as Level 3.
Universal life liabilities and other life benefits
Athene elected the fair value option for certain blocks of universal and other life business ceded to Global Atlantic. Athene uses a present value of liability cash flows. Unobservable inputs include estimates of mortality, persistency, expenses, premium payments and a risk margin used in the discount rates that reflect the riskiness of the business. The universal life policyholder liabilities and corresponding reinsurance recoverable are classified as Level 3.
Other liabilities
Other liabilities include funds withheld liability embedded derivatives, as described above in funds withheld at interest embedded derivatives, and a ceded modco agreement of certain inforce funding agreement contracts for which Athene elected the fair value option. Athene estimates the fair value of the ceded modco agreement by discounting projected cash flows for net settlements and certain periodic and non-periodic payments. Unobservable inputs include estimates for asset portfolio returns and economic inputs used in the discount rate, including risk margin. Depending on the projected cash flows and other assumptions, the contract may be recorded as an asset or liability. The estimate is classified as Level 3.
7. Deferred Acquisition Costs, Deferred Sales Inducements and Value of Business Acquired
The following represents a rollforward of DAC and DSI by product, and a rollforward of VOBA. See note 8 for more information on Athene’s products.
Nine months ended September 30, 2024
DAC
DSI
VOBA
Total DAC, DSI and VOBA
(In millions)
Traditional deferred annuities
Indexed annuities
Funding agreements
Other investment-type
Indexed annuities
Balance at December 31, 2023
$
890
$
1,517
$
10
$
11
$
970
$
2,581
$
5,979
Additions
404
751
36
—
479
—
1,670
Amortization
(176)
(131)
(8)
(1)
(88)
(274)
(678)
Balance at September 30, 2024
$
1,118
$
2,137
$
38
$
10
$
1,361
$
2,307
$
6,971
Nine months ended September 30, 2023
DAC
DSI
VOBA
Total DAC, DSI and VOBA
(In millions)
Traditional deferred annuities
Indexed annuities
Funding agreements
Other investment-type
Indexed annuities
Balance at December 31, 2022
$
304
$
755
$
11
$
9
$
399
$
2,988
$
4,466
Additions
426
609
2
3
447
—
1,487
Amortization
(74)
(69)
(3)
(1)
(40)
(315)
(502)
Other
—
—
—
—
—
(3)
(3)
Balance at September 30, 2023
$
656
$
1,295
$
10
$
11
$
806
$
2,670
$
5,448
Deferred costs related to universal life-type policies and investment contracts with significant revenue streams from sources other than investment of the policyholder funds, including traditional deferred annuities and indexed annuities, are amortized on a constant-level basis for a cohort of contracts using initial premium or deposit. Significant inputs and assumptions are required for determining the expected duration of the cohort and involves using accepted actuarial methods to determine decrement rates related to policyholder behavior for lapses, withdrawals (surrenders) and mortality. The assumptions used to determine the amortization of DAC and DSI are consistent with those used to estimate the related liability balance.
Deferred costs related to investment contracts without significant revenue streams from sources other than investment of policyholder funds are amortized using the effective interest method, which primarily includes funding agreements. The
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
effective interest method requires inputs to project future cash flows, which for funding agreements includes contractual terms of notional value, periodic interest payments based on either fixed or floating interest rates, and duration. For other investment-type contracts which include immediate annuities and assumed endowments without significant mortality risks, assumptions are required related to policyholder behavior for lapses and withdrawals (surrenders).
▪indexed annuities consisting of fixed indexed and index-linked variable annuities,
▪funding agreements, and
▪other investment-type contracts comprising of immediate annuities without significant mortality risk (which includes pension group annuities without life contingencies) and assumed endowments without significant mortality risks.
The following represents a rollforward of the policyholder account balance by product within interest sensitive contract liabilities. Where explicit policyholder account balances do not exist, the disaggregated rollforward represents the recorded reserve.
Nine months ended September 30, 2024
(In millions, except percentages)
Traditional Deferred Annuities
Indexed Annuities
Funding Agreements
Other Investment-type
Total
Balance at December 31, 2023
$
64,763
$
93,147
$
32,350
$
7,629
$
197,889
Deposits
19,786
12,761
24,083
933
57,563
Policy charges
(2)
(522)
—
—
(524)
Surrenders and withdrawals
(3,691)
(9,724)
—
(63)
(13,478)
Benefit payments
(830)
(1,204)
(7,746)
(173)
(9,953)
Interest credited
2,323
2,313
1,173
152
5,961
Foreign exchange
(1)
1
116
(56)
60
Other
—
—
421
(74)
347
Balance at September 30, 2024
$
82,348
$
96,772
$
50,397
$
8,348
$
237,865
Weighted average crediting rate
4.3
%
2.6
%
4.5
%
2.6
%
Net amount at risk
$
427
$
15,221
$
—
$
65
Cash surrender value
78,049
89,378
—
7,112
Nine months ended September 30, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Traditional Deferred Annuities
Indexed Annuities
Funding Agreements
Other Investment-type
Total
Balance at December 31, 2022
$
43,518
$
92,660
$
27,439
$
4,722
$
168,339
Deposits
18,011
8,960
4,893
3,760
35,624
Policy charges
(2)
(481)
—
—
(483)
Surrenders and withdrawals
(8,207)
(8,292)
(110)
(25)
(16,634)
Benefit payments
(738)
(1,216)
(2,264)
(223)
(4,441)
Interest credited
1,284
802
628
110
2,824
Foreign exchange
(77)
(1)
(26)
(344)
(448)
Other1
63
77
(46)
(1,419)
(1,325)
Balance at September 30, 2023
$
53,852
$
92,509
$
30,514
$
6,581
$
183,456
Weighted average crediting rate
3.7
%
2.3
%
3.1
%
2.7
%
Net amount at risk
$
425
$
14,438
$
—
$
104
Cash surrender value
50,352
84,052
—
5,335
1Other includes $1,371 million reduction of reserves related to the VIAC recapture agreement. See note 15 for further information.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following is a reconciliation of interest sensitive contract liabilities to the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition:
September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Traditional deferred annuities
$
82,348
$
53,852
Indexed annuities
96,772
92,509
Funding agreements
50,397
30,514
Other investment-type
8,348
6,581
Reconciling items1
7,571
5,609
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
$
245,436
$
189,065
1 Reconciling items primarily include embedded derivatives in indexed annuities, unaccreted host contract adjustments on indexed annuities, negative VOBA, sales inducement liabilities, and wholly ceded universal life insurance contracts.
The following represents policyholder account balances by range of guaranteed minimum crediting rates, as well as the related range of the difference between rates being credited to policyholders and the respective guaranteed minimums:
September 30, 2024
(In millions)
At Guaranteed Minimum
1 Basis Point – 100 Basis Points Above Guaranteed Minimum
Greater than 100 Basis Points Above Guaranteed Minimum
Total
< 2.0%
$
28,488
$
15,531
$
126,352
$
170,371
2.0% – < 4.0%
23,576
1,787
1,927
27,290
4.0% – < 6.0%
28,764
75
1
28,840
6.0% and greater
11,364
—
—
11,364
Total
$
92,192
$
17,393
$
128,280
$
237,865
September 30, 2023
(In millions)
At Guaranteed Minimum
1 Basis Point – 100 Basis Points Above Guaranteed Minimum
Greater than 100 Basis Points Above Guaranteed Minimum
Total
< 2.0%
$
28,564
$
19,709
$
90,121
$
138,394
2.0% – < 4.0%
28,838
1,128
541
30,507
4.0% – < 6.0%
11,433
9
1
11,443
6.0% and greater
3,112
—
—
3,112
Total
$
71,947
$
20,846
$
90,663
$
183,456
Future policy benefits – Future policy benefits consist primarily of payout annuities, including single premium immediate annuities with life contingencies (which include pension group annuities with life contingencies), and whole life insurance contracts.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Nine months ended September 30, 2023
(In millions, except percentages and years)
Payout Annuities with Life Contingencies
Whole Life
Total
Present value of expected future policy benefits
Beginning balance
$
36,422
$
—
$
36,422
Effect of changes in discount rate assumptions
8,425
—
8,425
Effect of foreign exchange on the change in discount rate assumptions
(13)
—
(13)
Beginning balance at original discount rate
44,834
—
44,834
Effect of changes in cash flow assumptions
(297)
—
(297)
Effect of actual to expected experience
(36)
—
(36)
Adjusted balance
44,501
—
44,501
Issuances
9,120
—
9,120
Interest accrual
1,194
—
1,194
Benefit payments
(2,731)
—
(2,731)
Foreign exchange
6
—
6
Other1
(1,509)
—
(1,509)
Ending balance at original discount rate
50,581
—
50,581
Effect of changes in discount rate assumptions
(9,753)
—
(9,753)
Effect of foreign exchange on the change in discount rate assumptions
12
—
12
Ending balance
$
40,840
$
—
$
40,840
Net future policy benefits
$
40,840
$
—
$
40,840
Weighted-average liability duration (in years)
9.6
0.0
Weighted-average interest accretion rate
3.6
%
—
%
Weighted-average current discount rate
6.1
%
—
%
Expected future benefit payments, undiscounted
$
73,933
$
—
1 Other includes $1,509 million reduction of reserves related to the VIAC recapture agreement. See note 15 for further information.
The following is a reconciliation of future policy benefits to the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition:
September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Payout annuities with life contingencies
$
44,705
$
40,840
Whole life
2,219
—
Reconciling items1
6,038
5,832
Future policy benefits
$
52,962
$
46,672
1 Reconciling items primarily include the deferred profit liability and negative VOBA associated with the liability for future policy benefits. Additionally, it includes term life reserves, fully ceded whole life reserves, and reserves for immaterial lines of business including accident and health and disability, as well as other insurance benefit reserves for no-lapse guarantees with universal life contracts, all of which are fully ceded.
The following is a reconciliation of premiums and interest expense relating to future policy benefits to the condensed consolidated statements of operations:
Premiums
Interest expense
Nine months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Payout annuities with life contingencies
$
985
$
9,142
$
1,353
$
1,194
Whole life
154
—
35
—
Reconciling items1
24
21
—
—
Total
$
1,163
$
9,163
$
1,388
$
1,194
1 Reconciling items primarily relate to immaterial lines of business including term life, fully ceded whole life, and accident and health and disability.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Significant assumptions and inputs to the calculation of future policy benefits for payout annuities with life contingencies include policyholder demographic data, assumptions for policyholder longevity and policyholder utilization for contracts with deferred lives, and discount rates. For whole life products, significant assumptions and inputs include policyholder demographic data, assumptions for mortality, morbidity, and lapse and discount rates.
Athene bases certain key assumptions related to policyholder behavior on industry standard data adjusted to align with actual company experience, if necessary. At least annually, Athene reviews all significant cash flow assumptions and updates as necessary, unless emerging experience indicates a more frequent review is necessary. The discount rate reflects market observable inputs from upper-medium grade fixed income instrument yields and is interpolated, where necessary, to conform to the duration of Athene’s liabilities.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the present value of expected future policy benefits decreased by $430 million, which was driven by $3,421 million of benefit payments and $104 million of favorable unlocking of assumptions, offset by $1,405 million of interest accruals, $1,010 million of issuances, primarily pension group annuities, and an $832 million change in discount rate assumptions related to a decrease in market observable rates.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the present value of expected future policy benefits increased by $4,418 million, which was driven by $9,120 million of issuances, primarily pension group annuities, and $1,194 million of interest accrual, partially offset by $2,731 million of benefit payments, a $1,509 million reduction in reserve related to recapture, a $1,328 million change in discount rate assumptions related to an increase in rates, and $297 million resulting from favorable unlocking of assumptions, primarily related to higher interest rates and favorable mortality experience lowering future benefit payments.
The following is a summary of remeasurement gains (losses) included within future policy and other policy benefits on the condensed consolidated statements of operations:
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Reserves
$
193
$
333
Deferred profit liability
(37)
(243)
Negative VOBA
(52)
(54)
Total remeasurement gains (losses)
$
104
$
36
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, Athene recorded reserve increases of $15 million and $110 million, respectively, on the condensed consolidated statements of operations as a result of the present value of benefits and expenses exceeding the present value of gross premiums.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Market risk benefits – Atheneissues and reinsures traditional deferred and indexed annuity products that contain GLWB and GMDB riders that meet the criteria to be classified as market risk benefits.
The following is a rollfoward of net market risk benefit liabilities by product:
Nine months ended September 30, 2024
(In millions, except years)
Traditional Deferred Annuities
Indexed Annuities
Total
Balance at December 31, 2023
$
192
$
3,181
$
3,373
Effect of changes in instrument-specific credit risk
2
(10)
(8)
Balance, beginning of period, before changes in instrument-specific credit risk
194
3,171
3,365
Issuances
—
270
270
Interest accrual
8
143
151
Attributed fees collected
1
265
266
Benefit payments
(3)
(39)
(42)
Effect of changes in interest rates
(2)
(34)
(36)
Effect of changes in equity
—
(115)
(115)
Effect of actual policyholder behavior compared to expected behavior
5
64
69
Effect of changes in future expected policyholder behavior
(3)
88
85
Effect of changes in other future expected assumptions
—
(19)
(19)
Balance, end of period, before changes in instrument-specific credit risk
200
3,794
3,994
Effect of changes in instrument-specific credit risk
1
94
95
Balance at September 30, 2024
201
3,888
4,089
Less: Reinsurance recoverable
—
(40)
(40)
Balance at September 30, 2024, net of reinsurance
$
201
$
3,848
$
4,049
Net amount at risk
$
427
$
15,221
Weighted-average attained age of contract holders (in years)
76
69
Nine months ended September 30, 2023
(In millions, except years)
Traditional Deferred Annuities
Indexed Annuities
Total
Balance at December 31, 2022
$
170
$
2,319
$
2,489
Effect of changes in instrument-specific credit risk
13
353
366
Balance, beginning of period, before changes in instrument-specific credit risk
183
2,672
2,855
Issuances
—
47
47
Interest accrual
7
108
115
Attributed fees collected
2
250
252
Benefit payments
(1)
(24)
(25)
Effect of changes in interest rates
(18)
(591)
(609)
Effect of changes in equity
—
(26)
(26)
Effect of actual policyholder behavior compared to expected behavior
4
42
46
Effect of changes in future expected policyholder behavior
(3)
78
75
Effect of changes in other future expected assumptions
—
6
6
Balance, end of period, before changes in instrument-specific credit risk
174
2,562
2,736
Effect of changes in instrument-specific credit risk
(7)
(139)
(146)
Balance at September 30, 2023
$
167
$
2,423
$
2,590
Net amount at risk
$
425
$
14,438
Weighted-average attained age of contract holders (in years)
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following is a reconciliation of market risk benefits to the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. Market risk benefit assets are included in other assets on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
September 30, 2024
September 30, 2023
(In millions)
Asset
Liability
Net Liability
Asset
Liability
Net Liability
Traditional deferred annuities
$
—
$
201
$
201
$
—
$
167
$
167
Indexed annuities
313
4,201
3,888
431
2,854
2,423
Total
$
313
$
4,402
$
4,089
$
431
$
3,021
$
2,590
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net market risk benefit liabilities increased by $716 million, which was primarily driven by $270 million of issuances, $266 million in fees collected from policyholders, and $151 million of interest accrual.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, net market risk benefit liabilities increased by $101 million, which was primarily driven by $252 million in fees collected from policyholders, a $220 million change in instrument-specific credit risk related to tightening of credit spreads and $115 million of interest accrual, partially offset by a decrease of $609 million related to changes in the risk-free discount rate across the curve.
The determination of the fair value of market risk benefits requires the use of inputs related to fees and assessments and assumptions in determining the projected benefits in excess of the projected account balance. Judgment is required for both economic and actuarial assumptions, which can be either observable or unobservable, that impact future policyholder account growth.
Economic assumptions include interest rates and implied volatilities throughout the duration of the liability. For indexed annuities, assumptions also include projected equity returns which impact cash flows attributable to indexed strategies, implied equity volatilities, expected index credits on the next policy anniversary date and future equity option costs. Assumptions related to the level of option budgets used for determining the future equity option costs and the impact on future policyholder account value growth are considered unobservable inputs.
Policyholder behavior assumptions are unobservable inputs and are established using accepted actuarial valuation methods to estimate withdrawals (surrender rate) and income rider utilization. Assumptions are generally based on industry data and pricing assumptions which are updated for actual experience, if necessary. Actual experience may be limited for recently issued products.
All inputs are used to project excess benefits and fees over a range of risk-neutral, stochastic interest rate scenarios. For indexed annuities, stochastic equity return scenarios are also included within the range. A risk margin is incorporated within the discount rate to reflect uncertainty in the projected cash flows such as variations in policyholder behavior, as well as a credit spread to reflect nonperformance risk, which is considered an unobservable input. Athene uses its public credit rating relative to the U.S. Treasury curve as of the valuation date to reflect its nonperformance risk in the fair value estimate of market risk benefits.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following summarizes the unobservable inputs for market risk benefits:
September 30, 2024
(In millions, except percentages)
Fair Value
Valuation Technique
Unobservable Inputs
Minimum
Maximum
Weighted Average
Impact of an Increase in the Input on Fair Value
Market risk benefits, net
$
4,089
Discounted cash flow
Nonperformance risk
0.5
%
1.2
%
1.1
%
1
Decrease
Option budget
0.5
%
6.0
%
2.2
%
2
Decrease
Surrender rate
3.3
%
7.0
%
4.5
%
2
Decrease
Utilization rate
28.6
%
95.0
%
84.7
%
3
Increase
September 30, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Fair Value
Valuation Technique
Unobservable Inputs
Minimum
Maximum
Weighted Average
Impact of an Increase in the Input on Fair Value
Market risk benefits, net
$
2,590
Discounted cash flow
Nonperformance risk
0.6
%
1.6
%
1.4
%
1
Decrease
Option budget
0.5
%
5.9
%
1.9
%
2
Decrease
Surrender rate
3.4
%
6.5
%
4.6
%
2
Decrease
Utilization rate
28.6
%
95.0
%
83.2
%
3
Increase
1 The nonperformance risk weighted average is based on the cash flows underlying the market risk benefit reserve.
2 The option budget and surrender rate weighted averages are calculated based on projected account values.
3 The utilization of GLWB withdrawals represents the estimated percentage of policyholders that are expected to use their income rider over the duration of the contract, with the weighted average based on current account values.
9. Profit Sharing Payable
Profit sharing payable was $1.9 billion and $1.7 billion as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. The below is a roll-forward of the profit-sharing payable balance:
(In millions)
Total
Profit sharing payable, January 1, 2024
$
1,669
Profit sharing expense
570
Payments/other
(373)
Profit sharing payable, September 30, 2024
$
1,866
Profit sharing expense includes (i) changes in amounts due to current and former employees entitled to a share of performance revenues in funds managed by Apollo and (ii) changes to the fair value of the contingent consideration obligations recognized in connection with certain of the Company’s acquisitions. Profit sharing payable excludes the potential return of profit-sharing distributions that would be due if certain funds were liquidated, which is recorded in due from related parties in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
The Company requires that a portion of certain of the performance revenues distributed to the Company’s employees be used to purchase restricted shares of common stock issued under its Equity Plan. Prior to distribution of the performance revenues, the Company records the value of the equity-based awards expected to be granted in other assets and accounts payable, accrued expenses, and other liabilities.
10. Income Taxes
The Company’s income tax provision totaled $317 million and $243 million for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and totaled $1,000 million and $697 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The Company’s effective income tax rate was approximately 15.2% and 27.5% for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and 17.5% and 19.2% for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
AHL changed its domicile from Bermuda to the United States, causing AHL to become a U.S.-domiciled corporation and a U.S. taxpayer effective December 31, 2023 (the “Redomicile”) and will be subject to U.S. corporate income tax for 2024 and future years. AHL’s Bermuda subsidiaries (and AHL for pre-Redomicile periods) file protective U.S. income tax returns. AHL’s U.S. subsidiaries file, and AHL for post-Redomicile periods will file, income tax returns with the U.S. federal government and various state governments.
On December 27, 2023, the Government of Bermuda enacted the Corporate Income Tax Act of 2023 (“Bermuda CIT”). Commencing on January 1, 2025, the Bermuda CIT generally will impose a 15% corporate income tax on in-scope entities that are resident in Bermuda or have a Bermuda permanent establishment, without regard to any assurances that have been given pursuant to the Exempted Undertakings Tax Protection Act 1966. The Company recorded material deferred tax assets at December 31, 2023 as a result of the passage of the Bermuda CIT, primarily related to an estimated opening tax loss carryforward under the Bermuda CIT. Throughout 2024, the Company will evaluate and record applicable adjustments to these deferred tax assets. The Company evaluated the existing deferred tax assets and determined that no adjustments were necessary at September 30, 2024.
The U.K. enacted legislation in July 2023 implementing certain provisions of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s “Pillar Two” global minimum tax initiative (“Pillar Two”) that will apply to multinational enterprises for accounting periods beginning on or after December 31, 2023. On February 22, 2024, the U.K. enacted certain amendments to its Pillar Two legislation which similarly take effect for accounting periods beginning on or after December 31, 2023. The Company continues to evaluate the potential impact on future periods of Pillar Two, pending legislative adoption by individual countries, as such legislative changes could result in changes to our effective tax rate. The Company evaluated the enacted legislation and concluded there was no material impact to our effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2024.
Under U.S. GAAP, a tax benefit from an uncertain tax position may be recognized when it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation, based on the technical merits of the position. As of September 30, 2024, the Company recorded $10 million of unrecognized tax benefits for uncertain tax positions. Approximately all of the unrecognized tax benefits, if recognized, would impact our effective tax rate. The Company does not believe that it has any tax positions for which it is reasonably possible that it will be required to record significant amounts of unrecognized tax benefits within the next twelve months.
The primary jurisdictions in which the Company operates and incurs income taxes are the United States, the United Kingdom, and Bermuda (beginning January 1, 2025). There are no unremitted earnings with respect to the United Kingdom or other foreign jurisdictions.
In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to examination by federal, state, local and foreign tax authorities. As of September 30, 2024, the Company’s U.S. federal, state, local and foreign income tax returns for the years 2020 through 2022 are open under the general statute of limitations provisions and therefore subject to examination. Currently, the Internal Revenue Service is examining the tax returns of the Company and certain subsidiaries for tax years 2019 to 2021. The State and City of New York are examining certain subsidiaries’ tax returns for tax years 2014 to 2021. The United Kingdom tax authorities are currently examining certain subsidiaries’ tax returns for tax years 2015 to 2022. There are other examinations ongoing in other foreign jurisdictions in which the Company operates. No provisions with respect to these examinations have been recorded, other than the unrecognized tax benefits discussed above.
The Company has historically recorded deferred tax assets resulting from the step-up in the tax basis of assets, including intangibles, resulting from exchanges of AOG Units for Class A shares by the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners. A related liability has also historically been recorded in due to related parties in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition for the expected payments under the tax receivable agreement entered into by and among the Company, the Former Managing Partners, the Contributing Partners, and other parties thereto (as amended, the “tax receivable agreement”) (see note 15). The benefit the Company obtained from the difference in the tax asset recognized and the related liability was recorded as an increase to additional paid in capital. The amortization period for the portion of the increase in tax basis related to intangibles is 15 years. The realization of the remaining portion of the increase in tax basis relates to the disposition of the underlying assets to which the step-up is attributed. The associated deferred tax assets reverse at the time of the corresponding asset disposition.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
11. Debt
Company debt consisted of the following:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Maturity Date
Outstanding Balance
Fair Value
Outstanding Balance
Fair Value
Asset Management
4.00% 2024 Senior Notes1,2
May 30, 2024
$
—
$
—
$
499
$
496
4
4.40% 2026 Senior Notes1,2
May 27, 2026
499
500
4
498
490
4
4.87% 2029 Senior Notes1,2
February 15, 2029
675
687
4
675
664
4
2.65% 2030 Senior Notes1,2
June 5, 2030
497
454
4
496
432
4
6.38% 2033 Senior Notes1,2
November 15, 2033
492
558
4
492
539
4
5.00% 2048 Senior Notes1,2
March 15, 2048
297
296
4
297
275
4
5.80% 2054 Senior Notes1,2
May 21, 2054
741
800
4
—
—
4.95% 2050 Subordinated Notes1,2
January 14, 2050
297
299
4
297
283
4
7.63% 2053 Subordinated Notes1,2
September 15, 2053
584
656
5
584
652
5
1.70% Secured Borrowing II
April 15, 2032
—
—
14
14
4
1.30% 2016 AMI Term Facility I
January 15, 2025
—
—
19
19
3
2.00% 2016 AMI Term Facility II
October 18, 2024
—
—
12
12
3
4,082
4,250
3,883
3,876
Retirement Services
4.13% 2028 AHL Senior Notes1
January 12, 2028
1,054
986
4
1,066
956
4
6.15% 2030 AHL Senior Notes1
April 3, 2030
582
538
4
593
516
4
3.50% 2031 AHL Senior Notes1
January 15, 2031
521
466
4
523
442
4
6.65% 2033 AHL Senior Notes1
February 1, 2033
395
441
4
395
427
4
5.88% 2034 AHL Senior Notes1
January 15, 2034
584
629
4
583
607
4
3.95% 2051 AHL Senior Notes1
May 25, 2051
545
385
4
545
375
4
3.45% 2052 AHL Senior Notes1
May 15, 2052
504
344
4
504
337
4
6.25% 2054 AHL Senior Notes1
April 1, 2054
982
1,068
4
—
—
7.25% 2064 AHL Subordinated Notes1
March 30, 2064
558
591
5
—
—
5,725
5,448
4,209
3,660
Total Debt
$
9,807
$
9,698
$
8,092
$
7,536
1 Interest rate is calculated as weighted average annualized.
2 Includes amortization of note discount, as applicable, totaling $41 million and $34 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. Outstanding balance is presented net of unamortized debt issuance costs.
3 Fair value is based on a discounted cash flow method. These notes are classified as a Level 3 liability within the fair value hierarchy.
4 Fair value is based on broker quotes. These notes are valued using Level 2 inputs based on the number and quality of broker quotes obtained, the standard deviations of the observed broker quotes and the percentage deviation from external pricing services.
5 Fair value is based on quoted market prices. These notes are classified as a Level 1 liability within the fair value hierarchy.
Asset Management – Notes Issued and Repayments
On May 21, 2024, AGM issued $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.800% Senior Notes due 2054 (the “2054 Senior Notes”), at par value. The 2054 Senior Notes bear interest at a rate of 5.800% per annum and interest is payable semi-annually in arrears on May 21 and November 21 of each year, commencing on November 21, 2024. The 2054 Senior Notes will mature on May 21, 2054. The underwriting discount and related expenses are amortized into interest expense on the condensed consolidated statements of operations over the term of the 2054 Senior Notes.
On May 30, 2024, AMH repaid in full the principal and accrued interest of the $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.00% 2024 Senior Notes.
During the fourth quarter of 2024, AGM issued $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.000% Fixed-Rate Resettable Junior Subordinated Notes due 2054 (the “2054 Subordinated Notes”), at par value. Subject to the Company’s right to defer the payment of interest for up to five years, interest on the 2054 Subordinated Notes is payable on a semi-annual basis in arrears on June 15 and December 15 of each year, commencing on June 15, 2025. The 2054 Subordinated Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 6.000% per annum until December 15, 2034 (the “First Reset Date”). On and after the First Reset Date, on the five-year
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
anniversary of the First Reset Date and every five years thereafter, the interest rate on the 2054 Subordinated Notes will be reset equal to the Five-Year U.S. Treasury Rate (as defined in the indenture for the 2054 Subordinated Notes (the “Indenture”)) as of the most recent Reset Interest Determination Date (as defined in the Indenture) plus a spread of 2.168%. The 2054 Subordinated Notes will mature on December 15, 2054. The underwriting discount and related expenses will be amortized into interest expense on the condensed consolidated statements of operations over the term of the 2054 Subordinated Notes, commencing in the fourth quarter of 2024.
The indentures governing the 2026 Senior Notes, the 2029 Senior Notes, the 2030 Senior Notes, the 2033 Senior Notes, the 2048 Senior Notes, the 2054 Senior Notes, the 2050 Subordinated Notes, the 2053 Subordinated Notes and the 2054 Subordinated Notes restrict the ability of AGM, AMH and the guarantors of the notes to incur indebtedness secured by liens on voting stock or profit participating equity interests of their respective subsidiaries, or merge, consolidate or sell, transfer or lease assets. The indentures also provide for customary events of default.
Retirement Services – Notes Issued
AHL Senior Notes – Athene’s senior unsecured notes are callable by AHL at any time. If called prior to three months before the scheduled maturity date, the price is equal to the greater of (1) 100% of the principal and any accrued and unpaid interest and (2) an amount equal to the sum of the present values of remaining scheduled payments, discounted from the scheduled payment date to the redemption date at the treasury rate plus a spread (as defined in the applicable prospectus supplement) and any accrued and unpaid interest.
During the first quarter of 2024, Athene issued $1.0 billion of 6.250% Senior Notes due April 1, 2054 (the “2054 AHL Senior Notes”). Athene will pay interest on the 2054 AHL Senior Notes semi-annually, commencing on October 1, 2024.
AHL Subordinated Notes – During the first quarter of 2024, Athene issued $575 million of 7.250% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Debentures due March 30, 2064 (the “2064 AHL Subordinated Notes”). Athene will pay interest at an annual fixed rate of 7.250% on the 2064 AHL Subordinated Notes quarterly, commencing on June 30, 2024 until March 30, 2029. On March 30, 2029, and every fifth annual anniversary thereafter, the interest rate will reset to the Five-Year U.S. Treasury Rate (as defined in the applicable prospectus supplement) plus 2.986%. Athene may defer interest payments for up to five consecutive years.
During the fourth quarter of 2024, Athene issued $600 million of 6.625% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Debentures due October 15, 2054 (the “2054 AHL Subordinated Notes”). Athene will pay interest semi-annually at an annual fixed rate of 6.625% on the 2054 AHL Subordinated Notes, commencing on April 15, 2025 until October 15, 2034. On October 15, 2034, and every fifth annual anniversary thereafter, the interest rate will reset to the Five-Year U.S. Treasury Rate (as defined in the applicable prospectus supplement) plus 2.607%. Athene may defer interest payments for up to five consecutive years.
Credit and Liquidity Facilities
The following table represents the Company’s credit and liquidity facilities as of September 30, 2024:
Instrument/Facility
Borrowing Date
Maturity Date
Administrative Agent
Key terms
Asset Management -
AMH credit facility
N/A
October 12, 2027
Citibank
The commitment fee on the $1.0 billion undrawn AMH credit facility as of September 30, 2024 was 0.08%.
Retirement Services -
AHL credit facility
N/A
June 30, 2028
Citibank
The borrowing capacity under the AHL credit facility is $1.25 billion, subject to being increased up to $1.75 billion in total.
Retirement Services -
AHL liquidity facility
N/A
June 27, 2025
Wells Fargo Bank
The borrowing capacity under the AHL liquidity facility is $2.6 billion, subject to being increased up to $3.1 billion in total.
Asset Management – Credit Facility
On October 12, 2022, AMH, as borrower, entered into a $1.0 billion revolving credit facility with Citibank, N.A., as administrative agent, which matures on October 12, 2027 (“AMH credit facility”). Borrowings under the AMH credit facility may be used for working capital and general corporate purposes, including, without limitation, permitted acquisitions. As of September 30, 2024, AMH, the borrower under the facility, could incur incremental facilities in an aggregate amount not to
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
exceed $250 million plus additional amounts so long as AMH was in compliance with a net leverage ratio not to exceed 4.00 to 1.00.
As of September 30, 2024, there were no amounts outstanding under the AMH credit facility and the Company was in compliance with all financial covenants under the facility.
Retirement Services – Credit and Liquidity Facilities
AHL Credit Facility—On June 30, 2023, AHL, ALRe, AUSA and AARe entered into a five-year revolving credit agreement with a syndicate of banks and Citibank, N.A. as administrative agent (“AHL credit facility”). The AHL credit facility is unsecured and has a commitment termination date of June 30, 2028, subject to up to twoone-year extensions, in accordance with the terms of the AHL credit facility. In connection with the AHL credit facility, AHL and AUSA guaranteed all of the obligations of AHL, ALRe, AARe and AUSA under the AHL credit facility and the related loan documents, and ALRe and AARe guaranteed certain of the obligations of AHL, ALRe, AARe and AUSA under the AHL credit facility and the related loan documents. The borrowing capacity under the AHL credit facility is $1.25 billion, subject to being increased up to $1.75 billion in total on the terms described in the AHL credit facility.
The AHL credit facility contains various standard covenants with which Athene must comply, including the following:
1.Consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio not to exceed 35%;
2.Minimum consolidated net worth of no less than $14.8 billion; and
3.Restrictions on Athene’s ability to incur liens, with certain exceptions.
Interest accrues on outstanding borrowings at either the adjusted term secured overnight financing rate plus a margin or the base rate plus a margin, with the applicable margin varying based on AHL’s debt rating. Rates and terms are as defined in the AHL credit facility. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, there were no amounts outstanding under the AHL credit facility and Athene was in compliance with all financial covenants under the facility.
AHL Liquidity Facility—On June 28, 2024, AHL and ALRe entered into a new revolving credit agreement with a syndicate of banks and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as administrative agent, (“AHL liquidity facility”), which replaced Athene’s previous revolving credit agreement dated as of June 30, 2023. The previous credit agreement, and the commitments under it, expired on June 28, 2024. The AHL liquidity facility is unsecured and has a commitment termination date of June 27, 2025, subject to any extensions of additional 364-day periods with consent of extending lenders and/or “term-out” of outstanding loans (by which, at Athene’s election, the outstanding loans may be converted to term loans which shall have a maturity of up to one year after the original maturity date), in each case in accordance with the terms of the AHL liquidity facility. In connection with the AHL liquidity facility, ALRe guaranteed all of the obligations of AHL under the AHL liquidity facility and the related loan documents. The AHL liquidity facility will be used for liquidity and working capital needs to meet short-term cash flow and investment timing differences. The borrowing capacity under the AHL liquidity facility is $2.6 billion, subject to being increased up to $3.1 billion in total on the terms described in the AHL liquidity facility. The AHL liquidity facility contains various standard covenants with which Athene must comply, including the following:
1.ALRe minimum consolidated net worth of no less than $10.2 billion; and
2.Restrictions on Athene’s ability to incur liens, with certain exceptions.
Interest accrues on outstanding borrowings at the adjusted term secured overnight financing rate plus a margin or the base rate plus a margin, with applicable margin varying based on ALRe’s financial strength rating. Rates and terms are as defined in the AHL liquidity facility. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, there were no amounts outstanding under the current or previous AHL liquidity facilities and Athene was in compliance with all financial covenants under the facilities.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Interest Expense
The following table presents the interest expense incurred related to the Company’s debt:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Asset Management
$
55
$
36
$
159
$
98
Retirement Services1
65
30
174
91
Total Interest Expense
$
120
$
66
$
333
$
189
Note: Debt issuance costs incurred are amortized into interest expense over the term of the debt arrangement, as applicable.
1 Interest expense for Retirement Services is included in policy and other operating expenses on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
12. Equity-Based Compensation
Under the Equity Plan, the Company grants equity-based awards to employees. Equity-based awards granted to employees and non-employees as compensation are measured based on the grant date fair value of the award, which considers the public share price of AGM’s common stock subject to certain discounts, as applicable.
The Company grants both service-based and performance-based awards. The estimated total grant date fair value for service-based awards is charged to compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, which is generally one to six years from the date of grant. Certain service-based awards are tied to profit sharing arrangements in which a portion of the performance fees distributed to the general partner are required to be used by employees to purchase restricted shares of common stock or is delivered in the form of RSUs, which are granted under the Company’s Equity Plan. Performance-based awards vest subject to continued employment and the Company’s achievement of specified performance goals. In accordance with U.S. GAAP, equity-based compensation expense for performance grants are typically recognized on an accelerated recognition method over the requisite service period to the extent the performance revenue metrics are met or deemed probable. Equity-based awards that do not require future service (i.e., vested awards) are expensed immediately.
For the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense of $136 million and $142 million, respectively. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense of $478 million and $422 million, respectively. As of September 30, 2024, there was $691 million of estimated unrecognized compensation expense related to unvested RSU awards. This cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.1 years.
Service-Based Awards
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company awarded 3.5 million and 4.8 million of service-based RSUs, respectively, with a grant date fair value of $378 million and $326 million, respectively.
During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense on service-based RSUs of $95 million and $80 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense on service-based RSUs of $296 million and $227 million, respectively.
Performance-Based Awards
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company awarded 0.9 million and 1.4 million of performance-based RSUs, respectively, with a grant date fair value of $89 million and $94 million, respectively, which primarily vest subject to continued employment and the Company’s receipt of performance revenues, within prescribed periods, sufficient to cover the associated equity-based compensation expense.
During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense on performance-based awards of $31 million and $41 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense on performance-based awards of $138 million and $137 million, respectively.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
In December 2021, the Company awarded one-time grants to the Co-Presidents of AAM of 6.0 million RSUs which vest on a cliff basis subject to continued employment over five years, with 2.0 million of those RSUs also subject to the Company’s achievement of certain fee related earnings and spread related earnings per share metrics.
During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense for service-based awards related to these one-time grants of $14 million and $14 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense for service-based awards related to these one-time grants of $42 million and $42 million, respectively.
During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense for performance-based awards related to these one-time grants of $6 million and $6 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense for performance-based awards related to these one-time grants of $18 million and $18 million, respectively.
The following table summarizes all RSU activity for the current period:
Unvested
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Vested
Total Number of RSUs Outstanding
Balance at January 1, 2024
16,692,903
$
62.92
22,067,052
38,759,955
Granted
4,359,947
106.78
21,957
4,381,904
Forfeited
(235,093)
71.52
(172,960)
(408,053)
Vested
(3,320,092)
66.30
3,320,092
—
Issued
—
—
(7,034,702)
(7,034,702)
Balance at September 30, 2024
17,497,665
$
68.10
18,201,439
35,699,104
Restricted Stock Awards
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company awarded 0.2 million and 0.5 million restricted stock awards, respectively, from profit sharing arrangements with a grant date fair value of $25 million and $32 million, respectively.
During the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense related to restricted stock awards from profit sharing arrangements of $9 million and $15 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded equity-based compensation expense related to restricted stock awards from profit sharing arrangements of $31 million and $36 million, respectively.
13. Equity
Common Stock
Holders of common stock are entitled to participate in dividends from the Company on a pro rata basis.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company issued shares of common stock in settlement of vested RSUs. The Company has generally allowed holders of vested RSUs and exercised share options to settle their tax liabilities by reducing the number of shares of common stock issued to them, which the Company refers to as “net share settlement.” Additionally, the Company has generally allowed holders of share options to settle their exercise price by reducing the number of shares of common stock issued to them at the time of exercise by an amount sufficient to cover the exercise price. The net share settlement results in a liability for the Company and a corresponding adjustment to retained earnings (accumulated deficit).
On January 3, 2022, the Company announced a share repurchase program, pursuant to which, the Company was authorized to repurchase (i) up to an aggregate of $1.5 billion of shares of its common stock in order to opportunistically reduce its share count and (ii) up to an aggregate of $1.0 billion of shares of its common stock in order to offset the dilutive impact of share issuances under its equity incentive plans. On February 21, 2023, the AGM board of directors approved a reallocation of the Company’s share repurchase program, pursuant to which, the Company was authorized to repurchase (i) up to an aggregate of
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
$1.0 billion of shares of its common stock in order to opportunistically reduce its share count, a decrease of $0.5 billion of shares from the previously authorized amount and (ii) up to an aggregate of $1.5 billion of shares of its common stock in order to offset the dilutive impact of share issuances under its equity incentive plans, an increase of $0.5 billion of shares from the previously authorized amount.
On February 8, 2024, the AGM board of directors terminated the Company’s prior share repurchase program and approved a new share repurchase program, pursuant to which, the Company is authorized to repurchase up to $3.0 billion of shares of its common stock to opportunistically reduce the Company’s share count or offset the dilutive impact of share issuances under the Company’s equity incentive plans. Shares of common stock may be repurchased from time to time in open market transactions, in privately negotiated transactions, pursuant to a trading plan adopted in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise, as well as through reductions of shares that otherwise would have been issued to participants under the Company’s Equity Plan in order to satisfy associated tax obligations. The repurchase program does not obligate the Company to make any repurchases at any specific time. The program is effective until the aggregate repurchase amount that has been approved by the AGM board of directors has been expended and may be suspended, extended, modified or discontinued at any time.
The table below outlines the share activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023:
Nine months ended September 30,
2024
2023
Shares of common stock issued in settlement of vested RSUs and options exercised1
7,352,428
7,736,756
Reduction of shares of common stock issued2
(2,404,677)
(2,997,427)
Shares of common stock purchased related to share issuances and forfeitures3
(149,002)
(161,530)
Issuance of shares of common stock for equity-based awards
4,798,749
4,577,799
1 The gross value of shares issued was $789 million and $553 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively, based on the closing price of the shares of common stock at the time of issuance.
2 Cash paid for tax liabilities associated with net share settlement was $310 million and $215 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
3 Certain Apollo employees receive a portion of the profit sharing proceeds of certain funds in the form of (a) restricted shares of common stock that they are required to purchase with such proceeds or (b) RSUs, in each case which equity-based awards generally vest over three years. These equity-based awards are granted under the Company's Equity Plan. To prevent dilution on account of these awards, Apollo may, in its discretion, repurchase shares of common stock on the open market and retire them. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, and 2023, Apollo issued 228,392 and 452,640 of such restricted shares and 149,002 and 161,530 of such RSUs under the Equity Plan, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, Apollo repurchased 499,430 shares of common stock in open-market transactions not pursuant to a publicly-announced repurchase plan or program.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, 7,267,000 and 7,386,570 shares of common stock, respectively, were repurchased in open market transactions as part of the publicly announced share repurchase programs discussed above, and such shares were subsequently canceled by the Company. The Company paid $788 million and $501 million for these open market share repurchases during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
During the second quarter of 2024, the Company issued 742,742 shares of common stock in settlement of a share-based contingent consideration. See note 16 for further information on the contingent consideration.
Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock
On August 11, 2023, the Company issued 28,750,000 shares, or $1.4 billion aggregate liquidation preference, of its 6.75% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock”).
Dividends on the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock will be payable on a cumulative basis when, as and if declared by the AGM board of directors, or an authorized committee thereof, at an annual rate of 6.75% on the liquidation preference of $50.00 per share, and may be paid in cash or, subject to certain limitations, in shares of common stock or, subject to certain limitations, any combination of cash and shares of common stock. If declared, dividends on the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock will be payable quarterly on January 31, April 30, July 31 and October 31 of each year, commencing on October 31, 2023, and ending on, and including, July 31, 2026. The first dividend payment on October 31, 2023 was $0.7500 per share of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, with subsequent quarterly cash dividends expected to be $0.8438 per share of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Unless converted earlier in accordance with its terms, each share of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock will automatically convert on the mandatory conversion date, which is expected to be July 31, 2026, into between 0.5055 shares and 0.6066 shares of common stock, in each case, subject to customary anti-dilution adjustments described in the certificate of designations related to the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Certificate of Designations”). The number of shares of common stock issuable upon conversion will be determined based on the average volume weighted average price per share of common stock over the 20 consecutive trading day period beginning on, and including, the 21st scheduled trading day immediately prior to July 31, 2026.
Holders of shares of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock have the option to convert all or any portion of their shares of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock at any time. The conversion rate applicable to any early conversion may in certain circumstances be increased to compensate holders of the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock for certain unpaid accumulated dividends as described in the Certificate of Designations.
If a Fundamental Change, as defined in the Certificate of Designations, occurs on or prior to July 31, 2026, then holders of the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock will be entitled to convert all or any portion of their Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock at the Fundamental Change Conversion Rate for a specified period of time and to also receive an amount to compensate them for certain unpaid accumulated dividends and any remaining future scheduled dividend payments.
The Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock is not subject to redemption at the Company’s option.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, 235 shares of the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock were converted at the option of the respective holders. There were 28,749,765 shares of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2024.
Warrants
In 2022, the Company issued warrants in a private placement exercisable for up to 12.5 million shares of common stock at an exercise price of $82.80 per share. As of September 30, 2024, warrants exercisable for 7.5 million shares of common stock were vested and exercisable. Additional warrants exercisable for 2.5 million shares of common stock each become exercisable in the first quarter of 2025 and 2026, respectively. Each warrant, to the extent exercised, will be settled on a “cashless net exercise basis.” The warrants will expire in 2027 with any vested but unexercised warrants being automatically exercised at such time if the trading price of common stock is above the exercise price.
On November 6, 2024, the Company issued warrants in a private placement exercisable for up to 2.9 million shares of common stock at an exercise price of $173.51 per share. The warrants are exercisable on the issuance date and each of the first, second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth anniversaries thereof. Each warrant, to the extent exercised, will be settled on a “cashless net exercise basis.” The warrants will expire on the seventh anniversary of the issuance date, with any vested but unexercised warrants being automatically exercised at such time if the trading price of common stock is above the exercise price.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Dividends and Distributions
Outlined below is information regarding quarterly dividends and distributions (in millions, except per share data). Certain subsidiaries of the Company may be subject to U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. income taxes at the entity level and may pay taxes and/or make payments under the tax receivable agreement.
Dividend Declaration Date
Dividend per Share of Common Stock
Payment Date
Dividend to Common Stockholders
Distribution Equivalents on Participating Securities
February 9, 2023
$
0.40
February 28, 2023
$
229
$
12
May 9, 2023
0.43
May 31, 2023
244
12
August 3, 2023
0.43
August 31, 2023
244
12
November 1, 2023
0.43
November 30, 2023
244
15
Year ended December 31, 2023
$
1.69
$
961
$
51
February 8, 2024
0.43
February 29, 2024
245
14
May 2, 2024
0.46
May 31, 2024
263
16
August 1, 2024
0.46
August 30, 2024
262
15
Nine months ended September 30, 2024
$
1.35
$
770
$
45
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(In millions)
Unrealized investment gains (losses) on AFS securities without a credit allowance
Unrealized investment gains (losses) on AFS securities with a credit allowance
Unrealized gains (losses) on hedging instruments
Remeasurement gains (losses) on future policy benefits related to discount rate
Remeasurement gains (losses) on market risk benefits related to credit risk
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
Balance at June 30, 2024
$
(9,674)
$
(277)
$
(82)
$
4,218
$
5
$
(10)
$
(5,820)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications
5,143
(22)
225
(2,263)
(93)
61
3,051
Less: Reclassification adjustments for gains (losses) realized1
(348)
(8)
4
—
—
—
(352)
Less: Income tax expense (benefit)
1,122
(3)
47
(472)
(20)
8
682
Less: Other comprehensive loss attributable to non-controlling interests, net of tax
886
7
60
(596)
(9)
26
374
Balance at September 30, 2024
$
(6,191)
$
(295)
$
32
$
3,023
$
(59)
$
17
$
(3,473)
1 Recognized in investment related gains (losses) on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
14. Earnings per Share
The following presents basic and diluted net income (loss) per share of common stock computed using the two-class method:
Basic and Diluted
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions, except share and per share amounts)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Numerator:
Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders
$
787
$
660
$
3,018
$
2,269
Dividends declared on common stock1
(262)
(244)
(770)
(717)
Dividends on participating securities2
(15)
(12)
(45)
(36)
Earnings allocable to participating securities
(14)
(12)
(59)
(44)
Undistributed income (loss) attributable to common stockholders: Basic
496
392
2,144
1,472
Dilution effect on distributable income attributable to contingent shares
—
—
—
(5)
Undistributed income (loss) attributable to common stockholders: Diluted
$
496
$
392
$
2,144
$
1,467
Denominator:
Weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding: Basic
585,382,685
578,797,225
586,921,189
580,610,127
Dilution effect of options
1,029,658
—
1,057,400
960,937
Dilution effect of warrants
2,129,471
—
1,929,163
—
Dilution effect of contingent shares
—
—
—
42,215
Weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding: Diluted
588,541,814
578,797,225
589,907,752
581,613,279
Net income (loss) per share of common stock: Basic
Distributed income
$
0.46
$
0.43
$
1.35
$
1.26
Undistributed income (loss)
0.84
0.67
3.61
2.51
Net income (loss) per share of common stock: Basic
$
1.30
$
1.10
$
4.96
$
3.77
Net income (loss) per share of common stock: Diluted
Distributed income
$
0.46
$
0.43
$
1.35
$
1.26
Undistributed income (loss)
0.83
0.67
3.59
2.49
Net income (loss) per share of common stock: Diluted
$
1.29
$
1.10
$
4.94
$
3.75
1 See note 13 for information regarding quarterly dividends.
2 Participating securities consist of vested and unvested RSUs that have rights to dividends and unvested restricted shares.
The Company has granted RSUs that provide the right to receive, subject to vesting during continued employment, shares of common stock pursuant to the Equity Plan.
Any dividend equivalent paid to an employee on RSUs will not be returned to the Company upon forfeiture of the award by the employee. Vested and unvested RSUs that are entitled to non-forfeitable dividend equivalents qualify as participating securities and are included in the Company’s basic and diluted earnings per share computations using the two-class method. The holder of an RSU participating security would have a contractual obligation to share in the losses of the entity if the holder is obligated to fund the losses of the issuing entity or if the contractual principal or mandatory redemption amount of the participating security is reduced as a result of losses incurred by the issuing entity. The RSU participating securities do not have a mandatory redemption amount and the holders of the participating securities are not obligated to fund losses; therefore, neither the vested RSUs nor the unvested RSUs are subject to any contractual obligation to share in losses of the Company.
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The following table summarizes the anti-dilutive securities:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
2024
2023
2024
2023
Weighted average unvested RSUs
14,405,628
15,755,026
14,282,686
15,238,581
Weighted average unexercised options
—
2,096,655
—
—
Weighted average unexercised warrants
—
5,065,938
—
4,659,465
Weighted average Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock
14,531,793
9,480,194
14,528,276
3,194,791
Weighted average unvested restricted shares
1,249,388
1,706,003
1,371,113
1,730,341
15. Related Parties
Asset Management
Due from/ to related parties
Due from/ to related parties includes:
•unpaid management fees, transaction and advisory fees and reimbursable expenses from the funds Apollo manages and their portfolio companies;
•reimbursable payments for certain operating costs incurred by these funds as well as their related parties; and
•other related party amounts arising from transactions, including loans to employees and periodic sales of ownership interests in funds managed by Apollo.
Due from related parties and Due to related parties consisted of the following as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Due from Related Parties:
Due from funds1
$
416
$
299
Due from portfolio companies
50
40
Due from employees and former employees
106
110
Total Due from Related Parties
$
572
$
449
Due to Related Parties:
Due to Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners2
$
458
$
661
Due to funds
219
194
Due to portfolio companies
32
15
Total Due to Related Parties
$
709
$
870
1 Includes $26 million and $37 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, related to a receivable from a fund in connection with the Company’s sale of a platform investment to such fund. The amount is payable to the Company over five years and is held at fair value.
2 Includes $44 million and $175 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, related to the AOG Unit Payment, payable in equal quarterly installments through December 31, 2024.
Tax Receivable Agreement
Prior to the consummation of the Mergers, each of the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners had the right to exchange vested AOG Units for Class A shares, subject to certain restrictions. All Apollo Operating Group entities have made, or will make, an election under Section 754 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code (“IRC”), which will result in an adjustment to the tax basis of the assets owned by the Apollo Operating Group entities. The election results in an increase to the tax basis of underlying assets which will reduce the amount of gain and associated tax that AGM and its subsidiaries will otherwise be required to pay in the future.
The tax receivable agreement (“TRA”) provides for payment to the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners of 85% of the amount of cash tax savings, if any, in U.S. federal, state, local and foreign income taxes the Company realizes as a result of the increases in tax basis of assets resulting from exchanges of AOG Units for Class A shares that have occurred in
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
prior years. AGM and its subsidiaries retain the benefit of the remaining 15% of actual cash tax savings. If the Company does not make the required annual payment on a timely basis as outlined in the tax receivable agreement, interest is accrued on the balance until the payment date.
Following the closing of the Mergers, as the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners no longer own AOG Units, there were no new exchanges subject to the TRA.
AOG Unit Payment
On December 31, 2021, holders of AOG Units (other than Athene and the Company) sold and transferred a portion of such AOG Units to a wholly-owned consolidated subsidiary of the Company, in exchange for an amount equal to $3.66 multiplied by the total number of AOG Units held by such holders immediately prior to such transaction. The remainder of the AOG Units held by such holders were exchanged for shares of AGM common stock concurrently with the consummation of the Mergers on January 1, 2022.
As of September 30, 2024, the outstanding payable amount due to Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners was $44 million, which is payable in equal quarterly installments through December 31, 2024.
Due from Employees and Former Employees
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, due from related parties includes various amounts due to Apollo, including employee loans and return of profit-sharing distributions. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the balance includes interest-bearing employee loans receivable of $5 million and $3 million, respectively. The outstanding principal amount of the loans as well as all accrued and unpaid interest is required to be repaid at the earlier of the eighth anniversary of the date of the relevant loan or at the date of the relevant employee’s resignation.
The receivable from certain employees and former employees includes an amount for the potential return of profit-sharing distributions that would be due if certain funds were liquidated of $95 million and $99 million at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Indemnity
Certain of the performance revenues Apollo earns from funds may be subject to repayment by its subsidiaries that are general partners of the funds in the event that certain specified return thresholds are not ultimately achieved. The Former Managing Partners, Contributing Partners and certain other investment professionals have personally guaranteed, subject to certain limitations, the obligations of these subsidiaries in respect of this obligation. Such guarantees are several and not joint and are limited to a particular individual’s distributions. Apollo has agreed to indemnify each of the Former Managing Partners and certain Contributing Partners against all amounts that they pay pursuant to any of these personal guarantees in favor of certain funds that it manages (including costs and expenses related to investigating the basis for or objecting to any claims made in respect of the guarantees) for all interests that the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners contributed or sold to the Apollo Operating Group.
Apollo recorded an indemnification liability of $0.4 million and $0.3 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Due to Related Parties
Based upon an assumed liquidation of certain of the funds Apollo manages, it has recorded a general partner obligation to return previously distributed performance allocations, which represents amounts due to certain funds. The obligation is recognized based upon an assumed liquidation of a fund’s net assets as of the reporting date. The actual determination and any required payment would not take place until the final disposition of a fund’s investments based on the contractual termination of the fund or as otherwise set forth in the respective governing document of the fund.
Apollo recorded general partner obligations to return previously distributed performance allocations related to certain funds of $202 million and $174 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Athora
Apollo, through ISGI, provides investment advisory services to certain portfolio companies of funds managed by Apollo and Athora, a strategic liabilities platform that acquires or reinsures blocks of insurance business in the German and broader European life insurance market (collectively, the “Athora Accounts”). AAM and its subsidiaries had equity commitments outstanding to Athora of up to $356 million as of September 30, 2024, subject to certain conditions.
Athora Sub-Advised
Apollo provides sub-advisory services with respect to a portion of the assets in certain portfolio companies of funds managed by Apollo and the Athora Accounts. Apollo broadly refers to “Athora Sub-Advised” assets as those assets in the Athora Accounts which Apollo explicitly sub-advises as well as those assets in the Athora Accounts which are invested directly in funds and investment vehicles Apollo manages.
Apollo earns a base management fee on the aggregate market value of substantially all of the investment accounts of or relating to Athora and also a sub-advisory fee on the Athora Sub-Advised assets, which varies depending on the specific asset class.
See “—Athora” in the Retirement Services section below for further details on Athene’s relationship with Athora.
Regulated Entities and Affiliated Service Providers
Apollo Global Securities, LLC (“AGS”) is a registered broker-dealer with the SEC and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, subject to the minimum net capital requirements of the SEC. AGS was in compliance with these requirements as of September 30, 2024. From time to time AGS, as well as other Apollo affiliates, provide services to related parties of Apollo, including Apollo funds and their portfolio companies, whereby the Company or its affiliates earn fees for providing such services.
Griffin Capital Securities, LLC (“GCS”) is a registered broker-dealer with the SEC and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, subject to the minimum net capital requirements of the SEC. GCS was in compliance with these requirements as of September 30, 2024.
Investment in SPACs
Apollo previously sponsored and consolidated two SPACs, Apollo Strategic Growth Capital II and Acropolis Infrastructure Acquisition Corp. Both SPACs were ultimately liquidated in the fourth quarter of 2023, resulting in a loss of $40 million.
Retirement Services
AAA
Athene consolidates AAA as a VIE and AAA holds the majority of Athene’s alternative investments portfolio. Apollo established AAA to provide a single vehicle through which Athene and third-party investors participate in a portfolio of alternative investments, including those managed by Apollo. Additionally, the Company believes AAA enhances its ability to increase alternative assets under management by raising capital from third parties, which allows it to achieve greater scale and diversification for alternatives. During the third quarter of 2024, AAA underwent a restructuring which resulted in a change in consolidation that reduced Athene’s non-controlling interests by $1.1 billion and does not represent a withdrawal from AAA.
Athora
Athene has a cooperation agreement with Athora, pursuant to which, among other things, (1) for a period of 30 days from the receipt of notice of a cession, Athene has the right of first refusal to reinsure (i) up to 50% of the liabilities ceded from Athora’s reinsurance subsidiaries to Athora Life Re Ltd. and (ii) up to 20% of the liabilities ceded from a third party to any of Athora’s insurance subsidiaries, subject to a limitation in the aggregate of 20% of Athora’s liabilities, (2) Athora agreed to cause its insurance subsidiaries to consider the purchase of certain funding agreements and/or other spread instruments issued by Athene’s insurance subsidiaries, subject to a limitation that the fair market value of such funding agreements purchased by any of Athora’s insurance subsidiaries may generally not exceed 3% of the fair market value of such subsidiary’s total assets, (3) Athene provides Athora with a right of first refusal to pursue acquisition and reinsurance transactions in Europe (other than the
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
U.K.) and (4) Athora provides Athene and its subsidiaries with a right of first refusal to pursue acquisition and reinsurance transactions in North America and the U.K. Notwithstanding the foregoing, pursuant to the cooperation agreement, Athora is only required to use its reasonable best efforts to cause its subsidiaries to adhere to the provisions set forth in the cooperation agreement and therefore Athora’s ability to cause its subsidiaries to act pursuant to the cooperation agreement may be limited by, among other things, legal prohibitions or the inability to obtain the approval of the board of directors or other applicable governing body of the applicable subsidiary, which approval is solely at the discretion of such governing body. As of September 30, 2024, Athene had not exercised its right of first refusal to reinsure liabilities ceded to Athora’s insurance or reinsurance subsidiaries.
The following table summarizes Athene’s investments in Athora:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Investment fund
$
1,106
$
1,082
Non-redeemable preferred equity and corporate debt securities
296
249
Total investment in Athora
$
1,402
$
1,331
Additionally, as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene had $61 million and $61 million, respectively, of funding agreements outstanding to Athora. Athene also has commitments to make additional investments in Athora of $540 million as of September 30, 2024.
Atlas
Athene has an equity investment in Atlas, an asset-backed specialty lender, through its investment in AAA and, as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene held $2.4 billion and $1.0 billion, respectively, of AFS securities issued by Atlas. Athene also held $792 million and $921 million of reverse repurchase agreements issued by Atlas as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. As of September 30, 2024, Athene has commitments to make additional investments in Atlas of $3.0 billion. Additionally, see note 16 for further information on assurance letters issued in support of Atlas.
Catalina
Athene has an investment in Apollo Rose II (B) (“Apollo Rose”). Apollo Rose holds equity interests in Catalina Holdings (Bermuda) Ltd. (together with its subsidiaries, “Catalina”). During the third quarter of 2024, Athene distributed $141 million of its investment in Apollo Rose representing Catalina common equity interest to an asset management subsidiary of AGM.
Athene has a strategic modco reinsurance agreement with Catalina to cede certain inforce funding agreements. Athene elected the fair value option on this agreement and had a liability of $257 million and $330 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, which is included in other liabilities on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. During the first quarter of 2024, Athene entered into a modco reinsurance agreement with Catalina to cede a quota share of retail deferred annuity products. As of September 30, 2024, Athene had a reinsurance recoverable balance of $3.4 billion related to this agreement.
PK AirFinance
Athene has investments in PK AirFinance (“PK Air”), an aviation lending business with a portfolio of loans (“Aviation Loans”). The Aviation Loans are generally fully secured by aircraft leases and aircraft and are securitized by a special purpose vehicle (“SPV”) for which Apollo acts as ABS manager (“ABS-SPV”). The ABS-SPV issues tranches of senior notes and subordinated notes, which are secured by the Aviation Loans. Athene invests in PK Air through its investment in AAA. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene also held $1.6 billion and $1.6 billion, respectively, of PK Air senior notes, which are included in investments in related parties on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. Athene has commitments to make additional investments in PK Air of $40 million as of September 30, 2024.
Venerable
VA Capital Company LLC (“VA Capital”) is owned by a consortium of investors, led by affiliates of Apollo, Crestview Partners III Management, LLC and Reverence Capital Partners L.P., and is the parent of Venerable. Athene has a minority
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
equity investment in VA Capital, which was $180 million and $181 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, that is included in investments in related parties on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition and accounted for as an equity method investment.
Athene also has coinsurance and modco agreements with VIAC, which is a subsidiary of Venerable. VIAC is a related party due to Athene’s investment in VA Capital. Effective July 1, 2023, VIAC recaptured $2.7 billion of reserves, which represents a portion of their business that was subject to those coinsurance and modco agreements. Athene recognized a gain of $555 million, which is included in other revenues on the condensed consolidated statements of operations, in the third quarter of 2023 as a result of the settlement of the recapture agreement. As a result of Athene’s intent to transfer the assets supporting this business to VIAC in connection with the recapture, Athene was required by U.S. GAAP to recognize the unrealized losses on these assets of $104 million as intent-to-sell impairments in the second quarter of 2023.
Additionally, Athene has term loans receivable from Venerable due in 2033, which are included in investments in related parties on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. The loans are held at fair value and were $348 million and $343 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. While management viewed the overall transactions with Venerable as favorable to Athene, the stated interest rate of 6.257% on the initial term loan to Venerable represented a below-market interest rate, and management considered such rate as part of its evaluation and pricing of the reinsurance transactions.
Wheels
Athene invests in Wheels, Inc. (“Wheels”) indirectly through its investment in AAA. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene also owned $928 million and $981 million, respectively, of AFS securities issued by Wheels, which are included in investments in related parties on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. Athene also has commitments to make additional investments in Wheels of $81 million as of September 30, 2024.
Apollo/Athene Dedicated Investment Programs
Athene’s subsidiary, ACRA 1 is partially owned by ADIP I, a series of funds managed by Apollo. Athene’s subsidiary, ALRe, currently holds 36.55% of the economic interests in ACRA 1 and all of ACRA 1’s voting interests, with ADIP I holding the remaining 63.45% of the economic interests. ACRA 2 is partially owned by ADIP II, a fund managed by Apollo. Effective October 1, 2024, ACRA 2 repurchased a portion of its shares held by ALRe, which increased ADIP II’s ownership of economic interests in ACRA 2 to 63%, with ALRe owning the remaining 37%. ALRe holds all of ACRA 2’s voting interests.
Athene received capital contributions and paid distributions relating to ACRA of the following:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Contributions from ADIP
$
126
$
325
$
831
$
325
Distributions to ADIP
(95)
(254)
(603)
(381)
16. Commitments and Contingencies
Investment Commitments
The Company has unfunded capital commitments of $606 million as of September 30, 2024 related to the funds it manages. Separately, Athene had commitments to make investments, primarily capital contributions to investment funds, inclusive of related party commitments discussed previously and those of its consolidated VIEs, of $27.2 billion as of September 30, 2024. The Company expects most of the current commitments will be invested over the next five years; however, these commitments could become due any time upon counterparty request.
Contingent Obligations
Performance allocations with respect to certain funds are subject to reversal in the event of future losses to the extent of the cumulative revenues recognized in income to date. If all of the existing investments became worthless, the amount of cumulative revenues that have been recognized by Apollo through September 30, 2024 and that could be reversed approximates
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
$5.4 billion. Performance allocations are affected by changes in the fair values of the underlying investments in the funds that Apollo manages. Valuations, on an unrealized basis, can be significantly affected by a variety of external factors including, but not limited to, bond yields and industry trading multiples. Movements in these items can affect valuations quarter to quarter even if the underlying business fundamentals remain stable. Management views the possibility of all of the investments becoming worthless as remote.
Additionally, at the end of the life of certain funds, Apollo may be obligated as general partner, to repay the funds’ performance allocations received in excess of what was ultimately earned. This obligation amount, if any, will depend on final realized values of investments at the end of the life of each fund or as otherwise set forth in the partnership agreement of the fund.
Certain funds may not generate performance allocations as a result of unrealized and realized losses that are recognized in the current and prior reporting periods. In certain cases, performance allocations will not be generated until additional unrealized and realized gains occur. Any appreciation would first cover the deductions for invested capital, unreturned organizational expenses, operating expenses, management fees and priority returns based on the terms of the respective fund agreements.
One of Apollo’s subsidiaries, AGS, provides underwriting commitments in connection with securities offerings of related parties of Apollo, including portfolio companies of the funds Apollo manages, as well as third parties. As of September 30, 2024, AGS had unfunded contingent commitments of $175 million outstanding related to such offerings. The commitments expired on October 1, 2024 with no funding on the part of Apollo.
The Company, along with a third-party institutional investor, has committed to provide financing to a consolidated VIE that invests across Apollo’s capital markets platform (such VIE, the “Apollo Capital Markets Partnership”). Pursuant to these arrangements, the Company has committed equity financing to the Apollo Capital Markets Partnership. The Apollo Capital Markets Partnership also has a revolving credit facility with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, as lead arranger, administrative agent and letter of credit issuer, Mizuho Bank Ltd., and other lenders party thereto, pursuant to which it may borrow up to $2.25 billion. The revolving credit facility, which has a final maturity date of April 1, 2025, is non-recourse to the Company, except that the Company provided customary comfort letters with respect to its capital contributions to the Apollo Capital Markets Partnership. As of September 30, 2024, the Apollo Capital Markets Partnership had funded commitments of $877 million, on a net basis, to transactions across Apollo’s capital markets platform, all of which were funded through the revolving credit facility and other asset-based financing. No capital had been funded by the Company to the Apollo Capital Markets Partnership pursuant to its commitment.
Whether the commitments of the Apollo Capital Markets Partnership are actually funded, in whole or in part, depends on the contractual terms of such commitments, including the satisfaction or waiver of any conditions to closing or funding. It is expected that between the time the Apollo Capital Markets Partnership makes a commitment and funding of such commitment, efforts will be made to syndicate such commitment to, among others, third parties, which should reduce its risk when committing to certain transactions. The Apollo Capital Markets Partnership may also, with respect to a particular transaction, enter into other arrangements with third parties which reduce its commitment risk.
In connection with the acquisition of Stone Tower in 2012, Apollo agreed to pay its former owners a specified percentage of future performance revenues earned from certain of its funds, CLOs, and strategic investment accounts. This obligation was determined based on the present value of estimated future performance revenue payments and is recorded in other liabilities. The fair value of the remaining contingent obligation was $55 million and $67 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. This contingent consideration obligation is remeasured to fair value at each reporting period until the obligations are satisfied. The changes in the fair value of the Stone Tower contingent consideration obligation is reflected in profit sharing expense within compensation and benefits in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
In connection with the acquisition of Griffin Capital’s U.S. asset management business on May 3, 2022, Apollo agreed to pay its former owners certain share-based consideration contingent on specified AUM and capital raising thresholds. This obligation was determined based on the present value of estimated future performance relative to such thresholds and is recorded in other liabilities. During the second quarter of 2024, the specified capital raise thresholds were achieved and the Company issued 742,742 shares of common stock to settle the share-based consideration obligation to Griffin Capital’s former owners. The fair value of the remaining contingent obligation was $1 million and $26 million as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. This contingent consideration obligation is remeasured to fair value at each reporting period until the respective thresholds are met such that the contingencies are satisfied. The period to satisfy such contingencies is valid until the end of 2024. The changes in the fair value of the Griffin Capital contingent consideration obligation are reflected in other income (loss) in the condensed consolidated statements of income.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Funding Agreements
Athene is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (“FHLB”) and, through its membership, has issued funding agreements to the FHLB in exchange for cash advances. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene had $13.0 billion and $6.5 billion, respectively, of FHLB funding agreements outstanding. Athene is required to provide collateral in excess of the funding agreement amounts outstanding, considering any discounts to the securities posted and prepayment penalties.
Athene has a funding agreement backed notes (“FABN”) program, which allows Athene Global Funding, a special purpose, unaffiliated statutory trust, to offer its senior secured medium-term notes. Athene Global Funding uses the net proceeds from each sale to purchase one or more funding agreements from Athene. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene had $23.0 billion and $19.9 billion, respectively, of FABN funding agreements outstanding. Athene had $11.9 billion of board-authorized FABN capacity remaining as of September 30, 2024.
Athene also issues secured and other funding agreements. Secured funding agreements involve special-purpose, unaffiliated entities entering into repurchase agreements with a third party, the proceeds of which are used by the special-purpose entities to purchase funding agreements from Athene. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene had $14.1 billion and $6.0 billion, respectively, of secured and other funding agreements outstanding.
Pledged Assets and Funds in Trust (Restricted Assets)
Athene’s total restricted assets included on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition are as follows:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
AFS securities
$
42,446
$
32,458
Trading securities
1,777
139
Equity securities
304
80
Mortgage loans
23,171
14,257
Investment funds
777
409
Derivative assets
68
73
Short-term investments
14
153
Other investments
623
313
Restricted cash and cash equivalents
974
1,761
Total restricted assets
$
70,154
$
49,643
The restricted assets are primarily related to reinsurance trusts established in accordance with coinsurance agreements and the FHLB and secured funding agreements described above.
Letters of Credit
Athene has undrawn letters of credit totaling $1.3 billion as of September 30, 2024. These letters of credit were issued for Athene’s reinsurance program and have expirations through May 22, 2028.
Atlas
In connection with the Company and CS’s previously announced transaction, whereby Atlas acquired certain assets of the CS Securitized Products Group, two subsidiaries of the Company have each issued an assurance letter to CS to guarantee the full five year deferred purchase obligation of Atlas in the amount of $3.3 billion. In March 2024, in connection with Atlas concluding its investment management agreement with CS, the deferred purchase obligation amount was reduced to $2.5 billion. In addition, certain strategic investors have made equity commitments to Atlas which therefore obligates these investors for a portion of the deferred purchase obligation. The Company’s guarantee is not probable of payment hence there is no liability on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Litigation and Regulatory Matters
The Company is party to various legal actions arising from time to time in the ordinary course of business, including claims and lawsuits, arbitrations, reviews, investigations or proceedings by governmental and self-regulatory agencies regarding the Company’s business.
On December 21, 2017, several entities referred to collectively as “Harbinger” commenced an action in New York Supreme Court captioned Harbinger Capital Partners II LP et al. v. Apollo Global Management LLC, et al. (No. 657515/2017). The complaint named as defendants AAM, and funds managed by Apollo that invested in SkyTerra Communications, Inc. (“SkyTerra”), among others. The complaint alleged that during the period of Harbinger’s various equity and debt investments in SkyTerra from 2004 to 2010, the defendants concealed from Harbinger material defects in SkyTerra technology. The complaint further alleged that Harbinger would not have made investments in SkyTerra totaling approximately $1.9 billion had it known of the defects, and that the public disclosure of these defects ultimately led to SkyTerra filing for bankruptcy in 2012 (after it had been renamed LightSquared). The complaint sought $1.9 billion in damages, as well as punitive damages, interest, costs, and fees. On June 12, 2019, Harbinger voluntarily discontinued the state action without prejudice. On June 8, 2020, Harbinger refiled its litigation in New York Supreme Court, captioned Harbinger Capital Partners II, LP et al. v. Apollo Global Management, LLC et al. (No. 652342/2020). The complaint adds eight new defendants and three new claims relating to Harbinger’s contention that the new defendants induced Harbinger to buy CCTV One Four Holdings, LLC (“CCTV”) to support SkyTerra’s network even though they allegedly knew that the network had material defects. On November 23, 2020, Defendants refiled a bankruptcy motion, and on November 24, 2020, filed in the state court a motion to stay the state court proceedings pending a ruling by the bankruptcy court on the bankruptcy motion. On February 1, 2021, the bankruptcy court denied the bankruptcy motion. Defendants filed their motions to dismiss the New York Supreme Court action on March 31, 2021, which were granted in part and denied in part on May 23, 2023. The court granted in full the Defendants’ motion to dismiss Harbinger’s complaint as time-barred and denied as moot the Defendants’ motion to dismiss the complaint for failure to state a claim. Plaintiffs have appealed the court’s decision. Apollo believes the claims in this action are without merit. No reasonable estimate of possible loss, if any, can be made at this time.
In March 2020, Frank Funds, which claims to be a former shareholder of MPM Holdings, Inc. (“MPM”), commenced an action in the Delaware Court of Chancery, captioned Frank Funds v. Apollo Global Management, Inc., et al., C.A. No. 2020-0130, against AAM, certain former MPM directors (including three Apollo officers and employees), and members of the consortium that acquired MPM in a May 2019 merger. The complaint asserted, on behalf of a putative class of former MPM shareholders, a claim against Apollo for breach of its fiduciary duties as MPM’s alleged controlling shareholder in connection with the May 2019 merger. Frank Funds seeks unspecified compensatory damages. On July 23, 2019, a group of former MPM shareholders filed an appraisal petition in Delaware Chancery Court seeking the fair value of their MPM shares that were purchased through MPM’s May 15, 2019 merger, in an action captioned In re Appraisal of MPM Holdings, Inc., C.A. No. 2019-0519 (Del. Ch.). On June 3, 2020, petitioners moved for leave to file a verified amended appraisal petition and class-action complaint that included claims for breach of fiduciary duty and/or aiding and abetting breaches of fiduciary duty against AAM, the Apollo-affiliated fund that owned MPM’s shares before the merger, certain former MPM directors (including three Apollo employees), and members of the consortium that acquired MPM, based on alleged actions related to the May 2019 merger. The petitioners also sought to consolidate their appraisal proceeding with the Frank Funds action. On November 13, 2020, the Chancery Court granted the parties’ stipulated order to consolidate the two matters, and on December 21, 2020, the Chancery Court granted petitioners’ motion for leave to file the proposed amended complaint. This new consolidated action is captioned In Re MPM Holdings Inc. Appraisal and Stockholder Litigation, C.A. No. 2019-0519 (Del Ch.). On November 17, 2023, Plaintiff and Defendants filed a stipulation of settlement with the Chancery Court. On February 23, 2024, the Chancery Court held a hearing on the proposed settlement, which is now pending Court approval.
On August 4, 2020, a putative class action complaint was filed in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada against PlayAGS Inc. (“PlayAGS”), all of the members of PlayAGS’s board of directors (including three directors who are affiliated with Apollo), certain underwriters of PlayAGS (including Apollo Global Securities, LLC), as well as AAM, Apollo Investment Fund VIII, L.P., Apollo Gaming Holdings, L.P., and Apollo Gaming Voteco, LLC (these last four parties, together, the “Apollo Defendants”). The complaint asserted claims against all defendants arising under the Securities Act of 1933 in connection with certain secondary offerings of PlayAGS stock conducted in August 2018 and March 2019, alleging that the registration statements issued in connection with those offerings did not fully disclose certain business challenges facing PlayAGS. The complaint further asserted a control person claim under Section 20(a) of the Exchange Act against the Apollo Defendants and the director defendants (including the directors affiliated with Apollo), alleging such defendants were responsible for certain misstatements and omissions by PlayAGS about its business. On December 2, 2022, the Court dismissed all claims against the underwriters (including Apollo Global Securities, LLC) and the Apollo Defendants, but allowed a claim
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
against PlayAGS and two of PlayAGS’s executives to proceed. On February 13, 2024, the Court dismissed the entire case against all defendants, with prejudice, and instructed the clerk of the court to close the case. On March 14, 2024, plaintiffs filed a notice of appeal, which is now fully briefed. Apollo believes the claims in this action are without merit. No reasonable estimate of possible loss, if any, can be made at this time.
On August 17, 2023, a purported stockholder of AGM filed a shareholder derivative complaint (the “Original Complaint”) in the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware against current AGM directors Marc Rowan, Scott Kleinman, James Zelter, Alvin Krongard, Michael Ducey, and Pauline Richards, Apollo Former Managing Partners Leon Black and Joshua Harris, and, as a nominal defendant, AGM. The action is captioned Anguilla Social Security Board vs. Black et al., C.A. No. 2023-0846-JTL and challenges the $570 million payments being made to the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners in connection with the elimination of the Up-C structure that was in place prior to Apollo’s merger with Athene. As previously disclosed in Apollo’s SEC filings, this purported stockholder previously had sought and received documents relating to the transaction pursuant to Section 220 of the Delaware General Corporation Law. The Original Complaint alleged that the challenged payments amount to corporate waste, that the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners received payments in connection with the Corporate Recapitalization that exceed fair value and therefore breached their fiduciary duties, and that the independent conflicts committee of the AAM board of directors (which then consisted of Mr. Krongard, Mr. Ducey, and Ms. Richards) that negotiated the elimination of the TRA breached their fiduciary duties. The Original Complaint alleged that pre-suit demand was futile because a majority of AGM’s board is either not independent from the Former Managing Partners or face a substantial likelihood of liability in light of the challenges to the transaction. The Original Complaint sought, among other things, declaratory relief, unspecified monetary damages, interest, restitution, disgorgement, injunctive relief, costs, and attorneys’ fees. On November 16, 2023, the defendants moved to dismiss the Original Complaint on the basis that, among other things, the plaintiff failed to make a pre-suit demand on the Apollo board of directors. On February 9, 2024, the plaintiff filed an amended complaint (the “Amended Complaint”) that adds new factual allegations but names the same defendants, asserts the same causes of action, and seeks the same relief as the Original Complaint. The Amended Complaint alleges that pre-suit demand was futile for the same reasons alleged in the Original Complaint. On April 25, 2024, the defendants moved to dismiss the Amended Complaint. On September 20, 2024, the Court of Chancery denied the defendants’ motion to dismiss. The deadline for the defendants to answer the Amended Complaint is November 25, 2024. No reasonable estimate of possible loss, if any, can be made at this time.
On March 14, 2024, a purported stockholder of AGM filed a class action complaint in the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware against AGM. The complaint alleges, among other things, that certain provisions of the stockholders agreement, entered into on January 1, 2022 between AGM and the Former Managing Partners, violate Delaware law. Apollo believes the claims in this action are without merit. On July 11, 2024, defendants moved to dismiss. On August 7, 2024, the court entered an order staying the motion to dismiss pending the resolution of the appeal of the decision in West Palm Beach Firefighters’ Pension Fund v. Moelis & Co., 311 A.3d 809 (Del. Ch. 2024). No reasonable estimate of possible loss, if any, can be made at this time.
Certain of Apollo’s investment adviser subsidiaries have received a request for information and documents from the SEC in connection with an investigation concerning compliance with record retention requirements relating to business communications sent or received via electronic messaging channels. As has been publicly reported, the SEC is conducting similar investigations of other investment advisers. The Company is in discussions with the SEC regarding a potential resolution of this investigation. As of June 30, 2024, Apollo recorded an accrual for the estimated liability associated with this matter. There can be no assurances that these discussions will lead to resolution of the investigation, and it is possible that the ultimate amount of any potential liability could be different from the amount accrued.
Guaranty Association Assessments
Guaranty associations may subject member insurers, including Athene, to assessments that require the insurers to pay funds to cover contractual obligations under insurance policies issued by insurance companies that become impaired or insolvent. The assessments are based on an insurer’s proportionate share of premiums written in that state during a specified one-year or three-year period for lines of business in which the impaired or insolvent insurer engaged, subject to prescribed limits. On December 30, 2022, the North Carolina Wake County Superior Court entered an Order of Liquidation (the “Liquidation Order”) against Bankers Life Insurance Company (“BLIC”) and Colorado Bankers Life Insurance Company (“CBLIC”), which was affirmed by the North Carolina Court of Appeals on March 5, 2024. On April 9, 2024, GBIG Holdings, LLC (“GBIG”), the sole shareholder of BLIC and CBLIC, filed a Petition for Discretionary Review requesting the North Carolina Supreme Court review the decision by the North Carolina Court of Appeals to affirm the Liquidation Order. On July 11, 2024, GBIG filed a Motion to Withdraw its Petition for Discretionary Review. Athene is not a party to this litigation. The North Carolina Supreme
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Court granted the Motion to Withdraw on August 23, 2024, which makes the Liquidation Order effective on November 30, 2024. Shortly thereafter, guaranty associations began levying assessments and we expect those assessments to continue for the foreseeable future. As of September 30, 2024, Athene has recorded a liability of $177 million, based on the current best estimate of these assessments. The actual amount of assessments levied against Athene during the year ended December 31, 2024 or in future years in connection with the BLIC and CBLIC insolvencies may vary from this estimate. Athene expects to recover $5 million of assessments paid through future premium tax credits.
17. Segments
The Company conducts its business through three reportable segments: (i) Asset Management, (ii) Retirement Services and (iii) Principal Investing. Segment information is utilized by the Company’s chief operating decision maker to assess performance and to allocate resources.
The performance is measured by the Company’s chief operating decision maker on an unconsolidated basis because the chief operating decision maker makes operating decisions and assesses the performance of each of the Company’s business segments based on financial and operating metrics and data that exclude the effects of consolidation of any of the affiliated funds.
Segment Income
Segment Income is the key performance measure used by management in evaluating the performance of the asset management, retirement services, and principal investing segments. Management uses Segment Income to make key operating decisions such as the following:
•decisions related to the allocation of resources such as staffing decisions, including hiring and locations for deployment of the new hires;
•decisions related to capital deployment such as providing capital to facilitate growth for the business and/or to facilitate expansion into new businesses;
•decisions related to expenses, such as determining annual discretionary bonuses and equity-based compensation awards to its employees. With respect to compensation, management seeks to align the interests of certain professionals and selected other individuals with those of the investors in the funds and those of Apollo’s stockholders by providing such individuals a profit sharing interest in the performance fees earned in relation to the funds. To achieve that objective, a certain amount of compensation is based on Apollo’s performance and growth for the year; and
•decisions related to the amount of earnings available for dividends to common stockholders and holders of equity-based awards that participate in dividends.
Segment Income is a measure of profitability and has certain limitations in that it does not take into account certain items included under U.S. GAAP. Segment Income is the sum of (i) Fee Related Earnings, (ii) Spread Related Earnings and (iii) Principal Investing Income. Segment Income excludes the effects of the consolidation of any of the related funds and SPACs, interest and other financing costs related to AGM not attributable to any specific segment, taxes and related payables, transaction-related charges and any acquisitions. Transaction-related charges includes equity-based compensation charges, the amortization of intangible assets, contingent consideration, and certain other charges associated with acquisitions, and restructuring charges. In addition, Segment Income excludes non-cash revenue and expense related to equity awards granted by unconsolidated related parties to employees of the Company, compensation and administrative related expense reimbursements, as well as the assets, liabilities and operating results of the funds and VIEs that are included in the condensed consolidated financial statements.
Segment Income may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies and is not a measure of performance calculated in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We use Segment Income as a measure of operating performance, not as a measure of liquidity. Segment Income should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for net income or other income data prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The use of Segment Income without consideration of related U.S. GAAP measures is not adequate due to the adjustments described above. Management compensates for these limitations by using Segment Income as a supplemental measure to U.S. GAAP results, to provide a more complete understanding of our performance as management measures it. A reconciliation of Segment Income to its most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measure of income (loss) before income tax provision can be found in this footnote.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
Fee Related Earnings
Fee Related Earnings (“FRE”) is a component of Segment Income that is used to assess the performance of the Asset Management segment. FRE is the sum of (i) management fees, (ii) capital solutions and other related fees, (iii) fee-related performance fees from indefinite term vehicles, that are measured and received on a recurring basis and not dependent on realization events of the underlying investments, excluding performance fees from Athene and performance fees from origination platforms dependent on capital appreciation, and (iv) other income, net, less (a) fee-related compensation, excluding equity-based compensation, (b) non-compensation expenses incurred in the normal course of business, (c) placement fees and (d) non-controlling interests in the management companies of certain funds the Company manages.
Spread Related Earnings
Spread Related Earnings (“SRE”) is a component of Segment Income that is used to assess the performance of the Retirement Services segment, excluding certain market volatility, which consists of investment gains (losses), net of offsets, and non-operating change in insurance liabilities and related derivatives, and certain expenses related to integration, restructuring, equity-based compensation, and other expenses. For the Retirement Services segment, SRE equals the sum of (i) the net investment earnings on Athene’s net invested assets and (ii) management fees received on business managed for others, less (x) cost of funds, (y) operating expenses excluding equity-based compensation and (z) financing costs, including interest expense and preferred dividends, if any, paid to Athene preferred stockholders.
Principal Investing Income
Principal Investing Income (“PII”) is a component of Segment Income that is used to assess the performance of the Principal Investing segment. For the Principal Investing segment, PII is the sum of (i) realized performance fees, including certain realizations received in the form of equity, and (ii) realized investment income, less (x) realized principal investing compensation expense, excluding expense related to equity-based compensation, and (y) certain corporate compensation and non-compensation expenses.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following presents financial data for the Company’s reportable segments.
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Asset Management
Management fees1
$
710
$
648
$
2,034
$
1,845
Capital solutions fees and other, net
159
146
508
422
Fee-related performance fee
57
40
155
102
Fee-related compensation
(238)
(212)
(698)
(635)
Other operating expenses
(157)
(150)
(490)
(423)
Fee Related Earnings
531
472
1,509
1,311
Retirement Services
Fixed income and other net investment income
2,806
2,235
7,893
6,399
Alternative net investment income
236
230
670
674
Strategic capital management fees
27
19
76
49
Cost of funds
(1,983)
(1,384)
(5,586)
(4,056)
Other operating expenses
(112)
(121)
(342)
(362)
Interest and other financing costs
(118)
(106)
(328)
(344)
Spread Related Earnings
856
873
2,383
2,360
Principal Investing
Realized performance fees
331
132
600
473
Realized investment income
17
5
42
35
Principal investing compensation
(253)
(119)
(464)
(434)
Other operating expenses
(17)
(14)
(46)
(42)
Principal Investing Income
78
4
132
32
Segment Income
$
1,465
$
1,349
$
4,024
$
3,703
Segment Assets:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Asset Management
$
2,314
$
1,938
Retirement Services
348,604
294,730
Principal Investing
10,205
9,573
Total Assets2
$
361,123
$
306,241
1 Includes intersegment management fees from Retirement Services of $320 million and $890 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, and $247 million and $695 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
2 Refer below for a reconciliation of total assets for Apollo’s total reportable segments to total consolidated assets.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
The following presents the reconciliation of income before income tax provision reported in the condensed consolidated statements of operations to Segment Income:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Income (loss) before income tax provision (benefit)
$
2,086
$
883
$
5,711
$
3,625
Asset Management Adjustments:
Equity-based profit sharing expense and other1
41
62
180
186
Equity-based compensation
72
57
230
167
Transaction-related charges2
79
25
156
18
Merger-related transaction and integration costs3
9
5
24
17
(Gains) losses from change in tax receivable agreement liability
(35)
—
(34)
—
Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests in consolidated entities
(975)
28
(1,675)
(687)
Unrealized performance fees
141
(91)
(213)
(244)
Unrealized profit sharing expense
(65)
55
129
191
HoldCo interest and other financing costs4
21
36
51
77
Unrealized principal investment income (loss)
(4)
(27)
(14)
(66)
Unrealized net (gains) losses from investment activities and other5
(6)
30
23
50
Retirement Services Adjustments:
Investment (gains) losses, net of offsets
(628)
663
(482)
829
Non-operating change in insurance liabilities and related derivatives6
513
(431)
(363)
(600)
Integration, restructuring and other non-operating expenses
204
41
265
98
Equity-based compensation
12
13
36
42
Segment Income
$
1,465
$
1,349
$
4,024
$
3,703
1 Equity-based profit sharing expense and other includes certain profit sharing arrangements in which a portion of performance fees distributed to the general partner are required to be used by employees of Apollo to purchase restricted shares of common stock or is delivered in the form of RSUs, which are granted under the Equity Plan. Equity-based profit sharing expense and other also includes performance grants which are tied to the Company’s receipt of performance fees, within prescribed periods, sufficient to cover the associated equity-based compensation expense.
2 Transaction-related charges include contingent consideration, equity-based compensation charges and the amortization of intangible assets and certain other charges associated with acquisitions, and restructuring charges.
3 Merger-related transaction and integration costs includes advisory services, technology integration, equity-based compensation charges and other costs associated with the Mergers.
4 Represents interest and other financing costs related to AGM not attributable to any specific segment.
5 Nine months ended September 30, 2024 includes an accrual related to an estimated liability associated with a regulatory matter.
6 Includes change in fair values of derivatives and embedded derivatives, non-operating change in funding agreements, change in fair value of market risk benefits, and non-operating change in liability for future policy benefits.
The following table presents the reconciliation of the Company’s total reportable segment assets to total assets:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Total reportable segment assets
$
361,123
$
306,241
Adjustments1
7,566
7,247
Total assets
$
368,689
$
313,488
1 Represents the addition of assets of consolidated funds and VIEs and consolidation elimination adjustments.
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18. Subsequent Events
Dividends
On November 5, 2024, the Company declared a cash dividend of $0.4625 per share of common stock, which will be paid on November 29, 2024 to holders of record at the close of business on November 18, 2024.
On November 5, 2024, the Company also declared and set aside for payment a cash dividend of $0.8438 per share of its Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, which will be paid on January 31, 2025 to holders of record at the close of business on January 15, 2025.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following discussion should be read in conjunction with Apollo Global Management, Inc.’s condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes within this quarterly report. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Actual results and the timing of events may differ significantly from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including those included in the section entitled “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in the 2023 Annual Report and “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in this quarterly report. The highlights listed below have had significant effects on many items within our condensed consolidated financial statements and affect the comparison of the current period’s activity with those of prior periods.
General
Our Businesses
Founded in 1990, Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager and a retirement services provider. Apollo conducts its business primarily in the United States through the following three reportable segments: Asset Management, Retirement Services and Principal Investing. These business segments are differentiated based on the investment services they provide as well as varying investing strategies. As of September 30, 2024, Apollo had a team of 5,053 employees, including 1,978 employees of Athene.
Asset Management
Our Asset Management segment focuses on two investing strategies: credit and equity. We have a flexible mandate in many of the funds we manage which enables the funds to invest opportunistically across a company’s capital structure. We raise, invest and manage funds, accounts and other vehicles on behalf of some of the world’s most prominent pension, endowment and sovereign wealth funds and insurance companies, as well as other institutional and individual investors. As of September 30, 2024, we had total AUM of $733 billion.
During the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, we updated our Asset Management strategies to credit and equity, from the previously reported yield, hybrid and equity, which, we believe, better reflects our Asset Management investment strategies. The credit and equity investing strategies of our Asset Management segment reflect the range of investment capabilities across our platform, from investment grade to private equity. As an asset manager, we earn fees for providing investment management services and expertise to our client base. The amount of fees charged for managing these assets depends on the underlying investment strategy, liquidity profile, and, ultimately, our ability to generate returns for our clients. We also earn capital solutions fees as part of our growing capital solutions business and as part of monitoring and deployment activity alongside our sizeable private equity franchise. After expenses, we call the resulting earnings stream “Fee Related Earnings” or “FRE”, which represents the primary performance measure for the Asset Management segment.
Credit
Credit is our largest asset management strategy with $598 billion of AUM as of September 30, 2024. Our credit strategy spans third-party strategies and Apollo’s retirement services business across four main investment pillars: direct origination, asset-backed, multi credit and opportunistic credit. Our credit strategy provides flexible, scaled and diverse capital solutions across the entire credit risk-return spectrum, with a focus on generating excess returns through high-quality credit underwriting and origination. Beyond participation in the traditional issuance and secondary credit markets, through our origination platforms and corporate solutions capabilities we seek to originate attractive and safe-yielding assets for the investors in the funds we manage.
Equity
Our equity strategy managed $135 billion of AUM as of September 30, 2024. Across our equity strategy, we maintain our focus on creative structuring and sourcing while working with the management teams of our Apollo-managed funds’ portfolio companies to help transform and grow their businesses. Our flexible mandate and purchase price discipline allow us to embrace complexity and seek attractive outcomes for our stakeholders. Apollo’s equity team has experience across sectors, industries, and geographies spanning its private equity, hybrid value, secondaries equity, AAA, real estate equity, impact investing platform, infrastructure and clean transition equity strategies. We have consistently produced attractive long-term investment
returns in the traditional private equity funds we manage, generating a 39% gross IRR and a 24% net IRR on a compound annual basis from inception through September 30, 2024.
Retirement Services
Our retirement services business is conducted by Athene, a leading financial services company that specializes in issuing, reinsuring and acquiring retirement savings products designed for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeking to fund retirement needs. Athene’s primary product line is annuities, which include fixed, payout and group annuities issued in conjunction with pension group annuity transactions. Athene also offers funding agreements, which are comprised of funding agreements issued under its FABN program, secured and other funding agreements, funding agreements issued to the FHLB and repurchase agreements with an original maturity exceeding one year. Our asset management business provides a full suite of services for Athene’s investment portfolio, including direct investment management, asset allocation, mergers and acquisitions asset diligence and certain operational support services, including investment compliance, tax, legal and risk management support.
Our retirement services business focuses on generating spread income by combining the two core competencies of (1) sourcing long-term, persistent liabilities and (2) using the global scale and reach of our asset management business to actively source or originate assets with Athene’s preferred risk and return characteristics. Athene’s investment philosophy is to invest a portion of its assets in securities that earn an incremental yield by taking measured liquidity and complexity risk and capitalize on its long-dated, persistent liability profile to prudently achieve higher net investment earned rates, rather than assuming incremental credit risk. A cornerstone of Athene’s investment philosophy is that given the operating leverage inherent in its business, modest investment outperformance can translate to outsized return performance. Because Athene maintains discipline in underwriting attractively priced liabilities, it has the ability to invest in a broad range of high-quality assets to generate attractive earnings.
Principal Investing
Our Principal Investing segment is comprised of our realized performance fee income, realized investment income from our balance sheet investments, and certain allocable expenses related to corporate functions supporting the entire company. The Principal Investing segment also includes our growth capital and liquidity resources at AGM. Over time, we may deploy capital into strategic investments over time that will help accelerate the growth of our Asset Management segment, by broadening our investment management and/or product distribution capabilities or increasing the efficiency of our operations. We believe these investments may translate into greater compounded annual growth of Fee Related Earnings.
Given the cyclical nature of performance fees, earnings from our Principal Investing segment, or PII, are inherently more volatile in nature than earnings from the Asset Management and Retirement Services segments. We earn fees based on the investment performance of the funds we manage and compensate our employees, primarily investment professionals, with a meaningful portion of these proceeds to align our team with the investors in the funds we manage and incentivize them to deliver strong investment performance over time. To enhance this alignment, we have increased the proportion of performance fee income we pay to our employees over the last few years.
The diagram below depicts our current organizational structure:
Note: The organizational structure chart above depicts a simplified version of the Apollo structure. It does not include all legal entities in the structure.
(1)Includes direct and indirect ownership by AGM.
Business Environment
Economic and Market Conditions
Our asset management and retirement services businesses are affected by the condition of global financial markets and the economy. Price fluctuations within equity, credit, commodity, and foreign exchange markets, as well as interest rates and global inflation, which may be volatile and mixed across geographies, can significantly impact the performance of our business, including, but not limited to, the valuation of investments, including those of the funds we manage, and related income we may recognize.
Adverse economic conditions may result from domestic and global economic and political developments, including plateauing or decreasing economic growth and business activity, civil unrest, geopolitical tensions or military action, such as the armed conflicts in the Middle East and between Ukraine and Russia, and corresponding sanctions imposed on Russia by the United States and other countries, and new or evolving legal and regulatory requirements on business investment, hiring, migration, labor supply and global supply chains.
We carefully monitor economic and market conditions that could potentially give rise to global market volatility and affect our business operations, investment portfolios and derivatives, which includes global inflation. U.S. inflation eased in 2024 but the Consumer Price Index remains above the U.S. Federal Reserve’s 2% target. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the annual U.S. inflation rate decreased modestly to 2.4% as of September 30, 2024, compared to 3.0% as of June 30, 2024. The U.S. Federal Reserve finished the quarter with a benchmark interest rate target range of 4.75% to 5.00%, marking the first significant cut in rates since the pandemic.
Equity market performance was strong during the third quarter of 2024. In the U.S., the S&P 500 Index increased by 5.5% during the quarter following an increase of 3.9% in the second quarter of 2024. Global equity markets increased during the quarter, with the MSCI All Country World ex USA Index increasing by 7.8%, following a decrease of 0.4% in the second quarter of 2024.
Conditions in the credit markets also have a significant impact on our business. Credit markets were positive in the third quarter of 2024, with the BofAML HY Master II Index increasing by 5.3%, while the S&P/LSTA Leveraged Loan Index increased by 1.9%.
In terms of economic conditions in the U.S., the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported real GDP increased at an annual rate of 2.8% in the third quarter of 2024, following an increase of 3.0% in the second quarter of 2024. As of October 2024, the International Monetary Fund estimated that the U.S. economy will expand by 2.8% in 2024 and 2.2% in 2025. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the U.S. unemployment rate remained at 4.1% as of September 30, 2024.
Foreign exchange rates can materially impact the valuations of our investments and those of the funds we manage that are denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar. The U.S. dollar weakened in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the euro and the British pound. Relative to the U.S. dollar, the euro appreciated 3.9% during the third quarter of 2024, after depreciating 0.7% in the second quarter of 2024, while the British pound appreciated 5.8% during the third quarter of 2024, after appreciating 0.2% in the second quarter of 2024. Oil finished the third quarter of 2024 down 16.4% from the second quarter of 2024.
We are actively monitoring the developments in Ukraine resulting from the Russia/Ukraine conflict and the economic sanctions and restrictions imposed against Russia, Belarus, and certain Russian and Belarussian entities and individuals. The Company continues to (i) identify and assess any exposure to designated persons or entities across the Company’s business; (ii) ensure existing surveillance and controls are calibrated to the evolving sanctions; and (iii) ensure appropriate levels of communication across the Company, and with other relevant market participants, as appropriate.
As of September 30, 2024, the funds we manage have no investments that would cause Apollo or any Apollo managed fund to be in violation of current international sanctions, and we believe the direct exposure of investment portfolios of the funds we manage to Russia and Ukraine is insignificant. The Company and the funds we manage do not intend to make any new material investments in Russia, and have appropriate controls in place to ensure review of any new exposure.
Institutional investors continue to allocate capital towards alternative investment managers in search of more attractive returns, and we believe the business environment remains generally accommodative to raise larger successor funds, launch new products, and pursue attractive strategic growth opportunities.
Interest Rate Environment
Rates decreased during the third quarter of 2024, with the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield at 3.81%, compared to 4.36% at the end of the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to lower the benchmark interest rate target range by 50 basis points at its September meeting.
With respect to Retirement Services, Athene’s investment portfolio consists predominantly of fixed maturity investments. If prevailing interest rates were to rise, we believe the yield on Athene’s new investment purchases may also rise and its investment income from floating rate investments would increase, while the value of its existing investments may decline. If prevailing interest rates were to decline significantly, the yield on Athene’s new investment purchases may decline and its investment income from floating rate investments would decrease, while the value of its existing investments may increase.
Athene addresses interest rate risk through managing the duration of the liabilities it sources with assets it acquires through asset liability management (“ALM”) modeling. As part of its investment strategy, Athene purchases floating rate investments, which are expected to perform well in a rising interest rate environment and are expected to underperform in a declining rate environment. Athene manages its interest rate risk in a declining rate environment through hedging activity or the issuance of additional floating rate liabilities to lower its overall net floating rate position. As of September 30, 2024, Athene’s net invested asset portfolio included $49.8 billion of floating rate investments, or 21% of its net invested assets, and its net reserve liabilities included $35.0 billion of floating rate liabilities at notional, or 15% of its net invested assets, resulting in $14.8 billion of net floating rate assets, or 6% of its net invested assets.
If prevailing interest rates were to rise, we believe Athene’s products would be more attractive to consumers and its sales would likely increase. If prevailing interest rates were to decline, it is likely that Athene’s products would be less attractive to consumers and its sales would likely decrease. In periods of prolonged low interest rates, the net investment spread may be negatively impacted by reduced investment income to the extent that Athene is unable to adequately reduce policyholder crediting rates due to policyholder guarantees in the form of minimum crediting rates or otherwise due to market conditions. A
significant majority of Athene’s deferred annuity products have crediting rates that it may reset annually upon renewal, following the expiration of the current guaranteed period. While Athene has the contractual ability to lower these crediting rates to the guaranteed minimum levels, its willingness to do so may be limited by competitive pressures.
See “Part I—Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk,” in this report and “Part II—Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk,” in our 2023 Annual Report, which include a discussion regarding interest rate and other significant risks and our strategies for managing these risks.
Overview of Results of Operations
Financial Measures under U.S. GAAP - Asset Management
The following discussion of financial measures under U.S. GAAP is based on Apollo’s asset management business as of September 30, 2024.
Revenues
Management Fees
The significant growth of the assets we manage has had a positive effect on our revenues. Management fees are typically calculated based upon any of “net asset value,” “gross assets,” “adjusted par asset value,” “adjusted costs of all unrealized portfolio investments,” “capital commitments,” “invested capital,” “adjusted assets,” “capital contributions,” or “stockholders’ equity,” each as defined in the applicable limited partnership agreement and/or management agreement of the unconsolidated funds or accounts.
Advisoryand Transaction Fees, Net
As a result of providing advisory services with respect to actual and potential investments, we are entitled to receive fees for transactions related to the acquisition and, in certain instances, disposition and financing of companies, some of which are portfolio companies of the funds we manage, as well as fees for ongoing monitoring of portfolio company operations and directors’ fees. We also receive advisory fees for advisory services provided to certain funds. In addition, monitoring fees are generated on certain structured portfolio company investments. Under the terms of the limited partnership agreements for certain funds, the management fee payable by the funds may be subject to a reduction based on a certain percentage (up to 100%) of such advisory and transaction fees, net of applicable broken deal costs (“Management Fee Offset”). Such amounts are presented as a reduction to advisory and transaction fees, net, in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Performance Fees
The general partners of the funds we manage are entitled to an incentive return of normally up to 20% of the total returns of a fund’s capital, depending upon performance of the underlying funds and subject to preferred returns and high water marks, as applicable. Performance fees, categorized as performance allocations, are accounted for as an equity method investment, and effectively, the performance fees for any period are based upon an assumed liquidation of the funds’ assets at the reporting date, and distribution of the net proceeds in accordance with the funds’ allocation provisions. Performance fees categorized as incentive fees, which are not accounted for as an equity method investment, are deferred until fees are probable to not be significantly reversed. The majority of performance fees are comprised of performance allocations.
As of September 30, 2024, approximately 39% of the value of the investments of the funds we manage, on a gross basis, was determined using market-based valuation methods (i.e., reliance on broker or listed exchange quotes) and the remaining 61% was determined primarily by comparable company and industry multiples or discounted cash flow models. See “Item 1A. Risk Factors—Risks Relating to Our Asset Management Business—The performance of the funds we manage, and our performance, may be adversely affected by the financial performance of portfolio companies of the funds we manage and the industries in which the funds we manage invest” in the 2023 Annual Report for discussion regarding certain industry-specific risks that could affect the fair value of certain of the portfolio company investments of the funds we manage.
In certain funds we manage, generally in our equity strategy, the Company does not earn performance fees until the investors have achieved cumulative investment returns on invested capital (including management fees and expenses) in excess of an 8% hurdle rate. Additionally, certain of the credit funds we manage have various performance fee rates and hurdle rates. Certain of
the credit funds we manage allocate performance fees to the general partner in a similar manner as the equity funds. In certain funds we manage, as long as the investors achieve their priority returns, there is a catch-up formula whereby the Company earns a priority return for a portion of the return until the Company’s performance fees equate to its performance fee rate for that fund; thereafter, the Company participates in returns from the fund at the performance fee rate. Performance fees, categorized as performance allocations, are subject to reversal to the extent that the performance fees distributed exceed the amount due to the general partner based on a fund’s cumulative investment returns. The Company recognizes potential repayment of previously received performance fees as a general partner obligation representing all amounts previously distributed to the general partner that would need to be repaid to the Apollo funds if these funds were to be liquidated based on the current fair value of the underlying fund’s investments as of the reporting date. The actual general partner obligation, however, would not become payable or realized until the end of a fund’s life or as otherwise set forth in the respective limited partnership agreement of the fund.
The table below presents an analysis of Apollo’s (i) performance fees receivable on an unconsolidated basis, (ii) unrealized performance fees and (iii) realized performance fees, inclusive of realized incentive fees:
September 30, 2024
Performance Fees for the Three Months Ended September 30, 2024
Performance Fees for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024
(In millions)
Performance Fees Receivable on an Unconsolidated Basis
Unrealized
Realized
Total
Unrealized
Realized
Total
Accord and Accord+ Funds
$
100
$
5
$
14
$
19
$
27
$
14
$
41
AIOF I and II
39
8
—
8
20
—
20
ANRP I, II and III1
63
10
1
11
40
1
41
Athora
73
(22)
—
(22)
(26)
—
(26)
Credit Strategies
91
43
4
47
84
8
92
EPF Funds1
21
—
—
—
(3)
8
5
FCI Funds
89
(1)
—
(1)
3
—
3
Freedom Parent Holdings
29
(66)
87
21
(34)
87
53
Fund X
138
28
—
28
137
—
137
Fund IX
1,536
(143)
209
66
(178)
392
214
Fund VIII2
27
(106)
1
(105)
(127)
3
(124)
Fund VII
—
—
—
—
(26)
27
1
Fund VI
29
—
2
2
—
7
7
HVF I
59
1
—
1
14
4
18
HVF II
113
49
—
49
113
—
113
MidCap Financial
34
2
10
12
5
30
35
Redding Ridge Holdings
150
20
11
31
39
28
67
Other1,3
606
30
48
78
125
145
270
Total
$
3,197
$
(142)
$
387
$
245
$
213
$
754
$
967
Total, net of profit sharing payable4/expense
$
1,433
$
(77)
$
147
$
70
$
84
$
327
$
411
1 As of September 30, 2024, certain funds had $202 million in general partner obligations to return previously distributed performance fees. The fair value gain on investments and income at the fund level needed to reverse the general partner obligations was $1.8 billion as of September 30, 2024.
2 As of September 30, 2024, the remaining investments and escrow cash of Fund VIII was valued at 90% of the fund’s unreturned capital, which was below the required escrow ratio of 115%. As a result, the fund is required to place in escrow current and future performance fee distributions to the general partner until the specified return ratio of 115% is met (at the time of a future distribution) or upon liquidation. As of September 30, 2024, Fund VIII had $86 million of gross performance fees or $47 million net of profit sharing, in escrow. With respect to Fund VIII, realized performance fees currently distributed to the general partner are limited to potential tax distributions and interest on escrow balances per the fund’s partnership agreement. Performance fees receivable as of September 30, 2024 and realized performance fees for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 include interest earned on escrow balances that is not subject to contingent repayment.
3 Other includes certain SIAs.
4 There was a corresponding profit sharing payable of $1.8 billion as of September 30, 2024, including profit sharing payable related to amounts in escrow and contingent consideration obligations of $55 million.
The general partners of certain of the funds we manage accrue performance fees, categorized as performance allocations, when the fair value of investments exceeds the cost basis of the individual investors’ investments in the fund, including any allocable share of expenses incurred in connection with such investments, which we refer to as “high water marks.” These high water
marks are applied on an individual investor basis. Certain of the funds we manage have investors with various high water marks, the achievement of which is subject to market conditions and investment performance.
Performance fees from certain funds we manage are subject to contingent repayment by the general partner in the event of future losses to the extent that the cumulative performance fees distributed from inception to date exceeds the amount computed as due to the general partner at the final distribution. These general partner obligations, if applicable, are included in due to related parties on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
The following table summarizes our performance fees since inception through September 30, 2024:
Performance Fees Since Inception1
(In millions)
Undistributed by Fund and Recognized
Distributed by Fund and Recognized2
Total Undistributed and Distributed by Fund and Recognized3
General Partner Obligation3
Maximum Performance Fees Subject to Potential Reversal4
Accord and Accord+ Funds
100
27
127
—
100
AIOF I and II
39
63
102
—
72
ANRP I, II and III
63
162
225
23
77
Athora
73
—
73
—
73
Credit Strategies
91
373
464
—
88
EPF Funds
21
539
560
118
140
FCI Funds
89
24
113
—
89
Freedom Parent Holdings
29
87
116
—
29
Fund X
138
—
138
—
138
Fund IX
1,536
1,270
2,806
—
2,256
Fund VIII
27
1,779
1,806
40
1,157
Fund VII
—
3,271
3,271
—
—
Fund VI
29
1,664
1,693
—
—
Fund IV and Fund V
—
2,023
2,023
1
—
HVF I
59
246
305
—
180
HVF II
113
—
113
—
113
MidCap Financial
34
166
200
—
34
Redding Ridge Holdings
150
—
150
—
123
Other5
606
2,623
3,229
20
724
Total
$
3,197
$
14,317
$
17,514
$
202
$
5,393
1 Certain funds are denominated in euros and historical figures are translated into U.S. dollars at an exchange rate of €1.00 to $1.11 as of September 30, 2024. Certain funds are denominated in pounds sterling and historical figures are translated into U.S. dollars at an exchange rate of £1.00 to $1.34 as of September 30, 2024.
2 Amounts in “Distributed by Fund and Recognized” for the Citi Property Investors (“CPI”), Gulf Stream Asset Management, LLC (“Gulf Stream”), Stone Tower Capital LLC and its related companies (“Stone Tower”) funds and SIAs are presented for activity subsequent to the respective acquisition dates. Amounts exclude certain performance fees from business development companies and Redding Ridge Holdings LP (“Redding Ridge Holdings”), an affiliate of Redding Ridge.
3 Amounts were computed based on the fair value of fund investments on September 30, 2024. Performance fees have been allocated to and recognized by the general partner. Based on the amount allocated, a portion is subject to potential reversal or, to the extent applicable, has been reduced by the general partner obligation to return previously distributed performance fees at September 30, 2024. The actual determination and any required payment of any such general partner obligation would not take place until the final disposition of the fund’s investments based on contractual termination of the fund.
4 Represents the amount of performance fees that would be reversed if remaining fund investments became worthless on September 30, 2024. Amounts subject to potential reversal of performance fees include amounts undistributed by a fund (i.e., the performance fees receivable), as well as a portion of the amounts that have been distributed by a fund, net of taxes and not subject to a general partner obligation to return previously distributed performance fees, except for those funds that are gross of taxes as defined in the respective funds’ governing documents.
5 Other includes certain SIAs.
Expenses
Compensation and Benefits
The most significant expense in our asset management business is compensation and benefits expense. This consists of fixed salary, discretionary and non-discretionary bonuses, profit sharing expense associated with the performance fees earned and compensation expense associated with the vesting of non-cash equity-based awards.
Our compensation arrangements with certain employees contain a significant performance-based incentive component. Therefore, as our net revenues increase, our compensation costs rise. Our compensation costs also reflect the increased investment in people as we expand geographically and create new funds.
In addition, certain professionals and selected other individuals have a profit sharing interest in the performance fees earned in order to better align their interests with our own and with those of the investors in the funds we manage. Profit sharing expense is part of our compensation and benefits expense and is generally based upon a fixed percentage of performance fees. Certain of our performance-based incentive arrangements provide for compensation based on realized performance fees which includes fees earned by the general partners of the funds we manage under the applicable fund limited partnership agreements based upon transactions that have closed or other rights to incentive income cash that have become fixed in the applicable calendar year period. Profit sharing expense can reverse during periods when there is a decline in performance fees that were previously recognized. Profit sharing amounts are normally distributed to employees after the corresponding investment gains have been realized and generally before preferred returns are achieved for the investors. Therefore, changes in our unrealized performance fees have the same effect on our profit sharing expense. Profit sharing expense increases when unrealized performance fees increase. Realizations only impact profit sharing expense to the extent that the effects on investments have not been recognized previously. If losses on other investments within a fund are subsequently realized, the profit sharing amounts previously distributed are normally subject to a general partner obligation to return performance fees previously distributed back to the funds. This general partner obligation due to the funds would be realized only when the fund is liquidated, which generally occurs at the end of the fund’s term. However, indemnification obligations also exist for realized gains with respect to certain funds, which, although our Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners would remain personally liable, may indemnify our Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners for 17.5% to 100% of the previously distributed profits regardless of the fund’s future performance. See note 15 to our condensed consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company’s indemnification liability.
The Company grants equity awards to certain employees, including RSUs and restricted shares of common stock, that generally vest and become exercisable in quarterly installments or annual installments depending on the award terms. In some instances, vesting of an RSU is also subject to the Company’s receipt of performance fees, within prescribed periods, sufficient to cover the associated equity-based compensation expense. See note 12 to our condensed consolidated financial statements for further discussion of equity-based compensation.
Other expenses
The balance of our other expenses includes interest, placement fees, and general, administrative and other operating expenses. Interest expense consists primarily of interest related to the senior and subordinated notes as discussed in note 11 to our condensed consolidated financial statements. Placement fees are incurred in connection with our capital raising activities. In cases where the limited partners of the funds are determined to be the customer in an arrangement, placement fees may be capitalized as a cost to acquire a customer contract, and amortized over the life of the customer contract. General, administrative and other expenses includes occupancy expense, depreciation and amortization, professional fees and costs related to travel, information technology and administration. Occupancy expense represents charges related to office leases and associated expenses, such as utilities and maintenance fees. Depreciation and amortization of fixed assets is normally calculated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives, ranging from two to sixteen years, taking into consideration any residual value. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the shorter of the useful life of the asset or the expected term of the lease. Intangible assets are amortized based on the future cash flows over the expected useful lives of the assets.
Other Income (Loss)
Net Gains (Losses) from Investment Activities
Net gains (losses) from investment activities include both realized gains and losses and the change in unrealized gains and losses in our investment portfolio between the opening reporting date and the closing reporting date. Net unrealized gains (losses) are a result of changes in the fair value of unrealized investments and reversal of unrealized gains (losses) due to dispositions of investments during the reporting period. Significant judgment and estimation goes into the assumptions that drive these models and the actual values realized with respect to investments could be materially different from values obtained based on the use of those models. The valuation methodologies applied impact the reported value of investment company holdings and their underlying portfolios in our condensed consolidated financial statements.
Net Gains (Losses) from Investment Activities of Consolidated Variable Interest Entities (“VIEs”)
Changes in the fair value of the consolidated VIEs’ assets and liabilities and related interest, dividend and other income and expenses subsequent to consolidation are presented within net gains (losses) from investment activities of consolidated variable interest entities and are attributable to non-controlling interests in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Other Income (Losses), Net
Other income (losses), net includes gains (losses) arising from the remeasurement of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities, remeasurement of the tax receivable agreement liability and other miscellaneous non-operating income and expenses.
Financial Measures under U.S. GAAP - Retirement Services
The following discussion of financial measures under U.S. GAAP is based on the Company’s retirement services business, which is operated by Athene, as of September 30, 2024.
Revenues
Premiums
Premiums for long-duration contracts, including products with fixed and guaranteed premiums and benefits, are recognized as revenue when due from policyholders. Insurance revenues are reported net of reinsurance ceded.
Product charges
Revenues for universal life-type policies and investment contracts, including surrender and market value adjustments, costs of insurance, policy administration, GMDB, GLWB and no-lapse guarantee charges, are earned when assessed against policyholder account balances during the period.
Net investment income
Net investment income is a significant component of Athene’s total revenues. Athene recognizes investment income as it accrues or is legally due, net of investment management and custody fees. Investment income on fixed maturity securities includes coupon interest, as well as the amortization of any premium and the accretion of any discount. Investment income on equity securities represents dividend income and preferred coupon interest.
Investment related gains (losses)
Investment related gains (losses) primarily consist of (i) realized gains and losses on sales of investments, (ii) unrealized gains or losses relating to identified risks within AFS securities in fair value hedging relationships, (iii) gains and losses on trading securities, (iv) gains and losses on equity securities, (v) changes in the fair value of the embedded derivatives and derivatives not designated as a hedge, (vi) changes in the fair value of mortgage loan assets and (vii) changes in the provision for credit losses.
Expenses
Interest sensitive contract benefits
Universal life-type policies and investment contracts include traditional deferred annuities, indexed annuities consisting of fixed indexed and index-linked variable annuities in the accumulation phase, funding agreements, immediate annuities without significant mortality risk (which include pension group annuities without life contingencies), universal life insurance, and other investment contracts inclusive of assumed endowments without significant mortality risk. Liabilities for traditional deferred annuities, indexed annuities, funding agreements and universal life insurance are carried at the account balances without reduction for potential surrender or withdrawal charges, except for a block of universal life business ceded to Global Atlantic which is carried at fair value. Fixed indexed annuity, index-linked variable annuity and indexed universal life insurance contracts contain an embedded derivative. Benefit reserves for these contracts are reported as the sum of the fair value of the embedded derivative and the host (or guaranteed) component of the contracts. Liabilities for immediate annuities without
significant mortality risk are calculated as the present value of future liability cash flows and policy maintenance expenses discounted at contractual interest rates. Certain contracts are offered with additional contract features that meet the definition of a market risk benefit. See “—Market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses” below for further information.
Changes in interest sensitive contract liabilities, excluding deposits and withdrawals, are recorded in interest sensitive contract benefits or product charges on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Future policy and other policy benefits
Athene issues contracts classified as long-duration, which include term and whole life, accident and health, disability, and deferred and immediate annuities with life contingencies (which include pension group annuities with life contingencies).
Liabilities for nonparticipating long-duration contracts are established as the estimated present value of benefits Athene expects to pay to or on behalf of the policyholder and related expenses less the present value of the net premiums to be collected, referred to as the net premium ratio. Liabilities for nonparticipating long-duration contracts are established using accepted actuarial valuation methods which require the use of assumptions related to discount rate, expenses, longevity, mortality, morbidity, persistency and other policyholder behavior. The liability for nonparticipating long-duration contracts is discounted using an upper-medium grade fixed income instrument yield aligned to the characteristics of the liability, including the duration and currency of the underlying cash flows.
Changes in the value of the liability for nonparticipating long-duration contracts due to changes in the discount rate are recognized as a component of OCI on the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss). Changes in the liability for the remeasurement gains or losses and all other changes in the liability are recorded in future policy and other policy benefits on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Future policy benefits include liabilities for no-lapse guarantees on universal life insurance and fixed indexed universal life insurance. Each reporting period, expected excess benefits and assessments are updated with actual excess benefits and assessments and the liability balance is adjusted due to the OCI effects of unrealized investment gains and losses on AFS securities.
Changes in the liabilities associated with no-lapse guarantees, other than the adjustment for the OCI effects of unrealized investment gains and losses on AFS securities, are recorded in future policy and other policy benefits on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses
Market risk benefits represent contracts or contract features that both provide protection to the contract holder from, and expose the insurance entity to, other-than-nominal capital market risk. Athene’s deferred annuity contracts contain GLWB and GMDB riders that meet the criteria for, and are classified as, market risk benefits.
Market risk benefits are measured at fair value at the contract level and may be recorded as a liability or an asset, which are included in market risk benefits or other assets, respectively, on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. Fees and assessments collectible from the policyholder at contract inception are allocated to the extent they are attributable to the market risk benefit. If the fees are sufficient to cover the projected benefits, a non-option based valuation model is used. If the fees are insufficient to cover the projected benefits, an option-based valuation model is used to compute the market risk benefit liability at contract inception, with an equal and offsetting adjustment recognized in interest sensitive contract liabilities.
Changes in fair value of market risk benefits are recorded in market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses on the condensed consolidated statements of operations, excluding portions attributed to changes in instrument-specific credit risk, which are recorded in OCI on the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss). Ceded market risk benefits are measured at fair value and recorded within reinsurance recoverable on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs, deferred sales inducements, and value of business acquired
Costs related directly to the successful acquisition of new, or the renewal of existing, insurance or investment contracts are deferred. These costs consist of commissions and policy issuance costs, as well as sales inducements credited to policyholder
account balances, and are included in deferred acquisition costs, deferred sales inducements and value of business acquired on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition.
Deferred costs related to universal life-type policies and investment contracts with significant revenue streams from sources other than investment of the policyholder funds are grouped into cohorts based on issue year and contract type and amortized on a constant level basis over the expected term of the related contracts. The cohorts and assumptions used for the amortization of deferred costs are consistent with those used in estimating the related liabilities for these contracts. Deferred costs related to investment contracts without significant revenue streams from sources other than investment of the policyholder funds are amortized using the effective interest method. The effective interest method amortizes the deferred costs by discounting the future liability cash flows at a break-even rate. The break-even rate is solved for such that the present value of future liability cash flows is equal to the net liability at the inception of the contract. VOBA associated with acquired contracts can be either positive or negative and is amortized in relation to respective policyholder liabilities. Significant assumptions that impact VOBA amortization are consistent with those that impact the measurement of policyholder liabilities.
Amortization of DAC, DSI and VOBA is included in amortization of deferred acquisition costs, deferred sales inducements and value of business acquired on the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Policy and other operating expenses
Policy and other operating expenses include normal operating expenses, policy acquisition expenses, interest expense, dividends to policyholders, integration, restructuring and other non-operating expenses and stock compensation expenses.
Other Financial Measures under U.S. GAAP
Income Taxes
Significant judgment is required in determining the provision for income taxes and in evaluating income tax positions, including evaluating uncertainties. We recognize the income tax benefits of uncertain tax positions only where the position is “more likely than not” to be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation, based on the technical merits of the positions. The tax benefit is measured as the largest amount of benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. If a tax position is not considered more likely than not to be sustained, then no benefits of the position are recognized. The Company’s income tax positions are reviewed and evaluated quarterly to determine whether or not we have uncertain tax positions that require financial statement recognition or de-recognition.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences, using currently enacted tax rates, of differences between the carrying amount of assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period when the change is enacted. Deferred tax assets are reduced by a valuation allowance when it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
Non-Controlling Interests
For entities that are consolidated, but not 100% owned, a portion of the income or loss and corresponding equity is allocated to owners other than Apollo. The aggregate of the income or loss and corresponding equity that is not owned by the Company is included in non-controlling interests in the condensed consolidated financial statements. Non-controlling interests primarily include limited partner interests in certain consolidated funds and VIEs.
The authoritative guidance for non-controlling interests in the condensed consolidated financial statements requires reporting entities to present non-controlling interest as equity and provides guidance on the accounting for transactions between an entity and non-controlling interests. According to the guidance, (1) non-controlling interests are presented as a separate component of stockholders’ equity on the Company’s condensed consolidated statements of financial condition, (2) net income (loss) includes the net income (loss) attributable to the non-controlling interest holders on the Company’s condensed consolidated statements of operations, and (3) profits and losses are allocated to non-controlling interests in proportion to their ownership interests regardless of their basis.
Below is a discussion of our condensed consolidated statements of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. For additional analysis of the factors that affected our results at the segment level, see “—Segment Analysis” below:
Three months ended September 30,
Total Change
Percentage Change
Nine months ended September 30,
Total Change
Percentage Change
(In millions, except percentages)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Revenues
Asset Management
Management fees
$
476
$
462
$
14
3.0%
$
1,376
$
1,328
$
48
3.6%
Advisory and transaction fees, net
181
157
24
15.3
617
482
135
28.0
Investment income (loss)
230
292
(62)
(21.2)
910
882
28
3.2
Incentive fees
35
18
17
94.4
108
59
49
83.1
922
929
(7)
(0.8)
3,011
2,751
260
9.5
Retirement Services
Premiums
389
26
363
NM
1,163
9,163
(8,000)
(87.3)
Product charges
267
217
50
23.0
756
622
134
21.5
Net investment income
4,101
3,166
935
29.5
11,481
8,726
2,755
31.6
Investment related gains (losses)
1,539
(2,624)
4,163
NM
3,082
(1,193)
4,275
NM
Revenues of consolidated variable interest entities
552
318
234
73.6
1,329
946
383
40.5
Other revenues
3
563
(560)
(99.5)
9
583
(574)
(98.5)
6,851
1,666
5,185
311.2
17,820
18,847
(1,027)
(5.4)
Total Revenues
7,773
2,595
5,178
199.5
20,831
21,598
(767)
(3.6)
Expenses
Asset Management
Compensation and benefits:
Salary, bonus and benefits
291
254
37
14.6
851
766
85
11.1
Equity-based compensation
124
129
(5)
(3.9)
442
379
63
16.6
Profit sharing expense
190
174
16
9.2
583
598
(15)
(2.5)
Total compensation and benefits
605
557
48
8.6
1,876
1,743
133
7.6
Interest expense
55
36
19
52.8
159
98
61
62.2
General, administrative and other
326
220
106
48.2
885
643
242
37.6
986
813
173
21.3
2,920
2,484
436
17.6
Retirement Services
Interest sensitive contract benefits
2,599
333
2,266
NM
7,307
3,634
3,673
101.1
Future policy and other policy benefits
793
368
425
115.5
2,431
10,346
(7,915)
(76.5)
Market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses
524
(441)
965
NM
354
(166)
520
NM
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs, deferred sales inducements and value of business acquired
244
211
33
15.6
678
502
176
35.1
Policy and other operating expenses
670
467
203
43.5
1,601
1,356
245
18.1
4,830
938
3,892
414.9
12,371
15,672
(3,301)
(21.1)
Total Expenses
5,816
1,751
4,065
232.2
15,291
18,156
(2,865)
(15.8)
Other income (loss) – Asset Management
Net gains (losses) from investment activities
15
(32)
47
NM
33
(14)
47
NM
Net gains (losses) from investment activities of consolidated variable interest entities
44
49
(5)
(10.2)
70
95
(25)
(26.3)
Other income (loss), net
70
22
48
218.2
68
102
(34)
(33.3)
Total Other income (loss)
129
39
90
230.8
171
183
(12)
(6.6)
Income (loss) before income tax (provision) benefit
2,086
883
1,203
136.2
5,711
3,625
2,086
57.5
Income tax (provision) benefit
(317)
(243)
(74)
30.5
(1,000)
(697)
(303)
43.5
Net income (loss)
1,769
640
1,129
176.4
4,711
2,928
1,783
60.9
Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests
(958)
42
(1,000)
NM
(1,620)
(637)
(983)
154.3
Net income (loss) attributable to Apollo Global Management, Inc.
811
682
129
18.9
3,091
2,291
800
34.9
Preferred stock dividends
(24)
(22)
(2)
9.1
(73)
(22)
(51)
231.8
Net income (loss) available to Apollo Global Management, Inc. common stockholders
$
787
$
660
$
127
19.2%
$
3,018
$
2,269
$
749
33.0%
Note: “NM” denotes not meaningful. Changes from negative to positive amounts and positive to negative amounts are not considered meaningful. Increases or decreases from zero and changes greater than 500% are also not considered meaningful.
Three Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2023.
Asset Management
Revenues
Revenues were $922 million in 2024, a decrease of $7 million from $929 million in 2023, primarily driven by lower investment income, partially offset by an increase in advisory and transaction fees, net. Investment income decreased $62 million in 2024 to $230 million compared to $292 million in 2023. The decrease in investment income of $62 million in 2024 was driven by decreases in performance allocations and principal investment income of $40 million and $22 million, respectively.
Significant drivers for performance allocations in 2024 were performance allocations primarily earned from Fund IX, HVF II, Credit Strategies, Redding Ridge Holdings, Fund X and Freedom Parent Holdings of $74 million, $49 million, $47 million, $31 million, $28 million and $21 million, respectively, partially offset by performance allocation losses from Fund VIII of $103 million.
See below for details on the respective performance allocations in 2024.
The performance allocations earned from Fund IX in 2024 were primarily driven by appreciation and realization of the fund’s investments in the (i) manufacturing and industrial and (ii) consumer services sectors, and the fund’s distressed investments.
The performance allocations earned from HVF II in 2024 were primarily driven by appreciation of the fund’s investments in private portfolio companies in the (i) consumer and retail, (ii) consumer services and (iii) manufacturing and industrial sectors. Moreover, the fund achieved its annualized hurdle rate in 2024.
The performance allocations earned from Credit Strategies in 2024 were driven by the net income generated by the fund’s investments.
The performance allocations earned from Redding Ridge Holdings in 2024 were primarily driven by existing and new CLO issuances, CLO contract acquisitions, new consulting contracts and the accumulation of warehouse assets.
The performance allocations earned from Fund X in 2024 were primarily driven by the appreciation and realization of the fund’s investments in the (i) manufacturing and industrial and (ii) consumer and retail sectors, and the fund’s distressed investments.
The performance allocations earned from Freedom Parent Holdings in 2024 were primarily driven by the appreciation of its investment in Wheels, a U.S. corporate fleet lessor platform.
The performance allocation losses from Fund VIII in 2024 were primarily driven by the depreciation of the fund’s investments in the (i) media, telecom and technology, (ii) leisure and (iii) consumer services sectors.
Advisory and transaction fees increased by $24 million to $181 million in 2024 from $157 million in 2023. Advisory and transaction fees were primarily attributable to fees earned from companies in the (i) business services, (ii) consumer and retail, (iii) financial services and (iv) media, telecom and technology sectors.
Expenses
Expenses were $986 million in 2024, an increase of $173 million from $813 million in 2023 due to increases in general, administrative and other and total compensation and benefits expenses.
General, administrative and other expenses were $326 million in 2024, an increase of $106 million from $220 million in 2023. The increase in 2024 was primarily driven by $72 million related to equity interests issued by a subsidiary as part of a
restructuring of such entity. Additionally, increases in professional fees, higher travel and entertainment expenses, placement fees, and higher depreciation and amortization also contributed to the higher general, administrative and other expenses in 2024.
Total compensation and benefits were $605 million in 2024, an increase of $48 million from $557 million in 2023, primarily due to increases in salary, bonus and benefits and profit sharing expense of $37 million and $16 million, respectively. The increase in salary, bonus and benefits of $37 million was primarily driven by growth in revenues and increased headcount in 2024. The increase in profit sharing expense was primarily driven by the performance fees included within investment income in 2024. In any period, the blended profit sharing percentage is impacted by the respective profit sharing ratios of the funds generating performance allocations in the period.
Interest expense was $55 million in 2024, an increase of $19 million from $36 million in 2023. The increase in 2024 was primarily driven by higher interest expense from debt issued in the second quarter of 2024 and the fourth quarter of 2023.
Other Income (Loss)
Other income (loss) was $129 million in 2024, an increase of $90 million from $39 million in 2023. This increase was primarily driven by increases in other income (loss), net and net gains (losses) from investment activities of $48 million and $47 million, respectively.
The increase in other income, net of $48 million in 2024 was primarily attributable to foreign currency gains and gains from changes in the tax receivable agreement liability. The increase in net gains from investment activities of $47 million was primarily driven by the appreciation in the Company’s investment in Global Business Travel Group, Inc.
Retirement Services
Revenues
Retirement Services revenues were $6.9 billion in 2024, an increase of $5.2 billion from $1.7 billion in 2023. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in investment related gains (losses), an increase in net investment income, an increase in premiums and an increase in revenues of consolidated VIEs, partially offset by a decrease in other revenues.
Investment related gains (losses) were $1.5 billion in 2024, an increase of $4.2 billion from $(2.6) billion in 2023, primarily due to the favorable change in fair value of mortgage loans, FIA hedging derivatives, reinsurance assets and trading securities, partially offset by unfavorable net foreign exchange impacts. The change in fair value of mortgage loans increased $1.7 billion, the change in fair value of reinsurance assets increased $1.5 billion and the change in fair value of trading securities increased $144 million, primarily driven by a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates in 2024 compared to an increase in 2023. The change in fair value of FIA hedging derivatives increased $1.6 billion, primarily driven by favorable performance of the equity indices upon which Athene’s call options are based. The largest percentage of Athene’s call options are based on the S&P 500 index, which increased 5.5% in 2024, compared to a decrease of 3.6% in 2023. The unfavorable net foreign exchange impacts were primarily related to the weakening of the U.S. dollar against foreign currencies in 2024 compared to 2023.
Net investment income was $4.1 billion in 2024, an increase of $935 million from $3.2 billion in 2023, primarily driven by significant growth in Athene’s investment portfolio attributable to strong net flows during the previous twelve months and higher rates on new deployment in comparison to Athene’s existing portfolio related to the higher interest rate environment.
Premiums were $389 million in 2024, an increase of $363 million from $26 million in 2023, primarily driven by a $294 million increase in pension group annuity premiums compared to 2023, as well as an increase in life premiums attributable to a block reinsurance transaction completed in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Revenues of consolidated VIEs were $552 million in 2024, an increase of $234 million from $318 million in 2023, primarily driven by unrealized gains on assets held by AAA and a favorable change in the fair value of mortgage loans held in VIEs related to a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates in 2024 compared to an increase in 2023.
Other revenues were $3 million in 2024, a decrease of $560 million from $563 million in 2023, primarily driven by the $555 million gain on the settlement of the VIAC recapture agreement in 2023.
Retirement Services expenses were $4.8 billion in 2024, an increase of $3.9 billion from $938 million in 2023. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in interest sensitive contract benefits, an increase in market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses, an increase in future policy and other policy benefits, an increase in policy and other operating expenses and an increase in DAC, DSI and VOBA amortization. Athene’s annual unlocking of assumptions resulted in an increase in total benefits and expenses of $31 million compared to a decrease of $22 million in 2023. The 2024 unlocking was driven by an increase of $62 million in market risk benefits, an increase of $21 million related to DAC, DSI and VOBA and an increase of $8 million in interest sensitive contract benefits, partially offset by a decrease of $60 million in future policy and other policy benefits, compared to a decrease of $94 million in interest sensitive contract benefits and a decrease of $45 million in future policy and other policy benefits, partially offset by an increase of $81 million in market risk benefits and an increase of $36 million related to DAC, DSI and VOBA in 2023.
Interest sensitive contract benefits were $2.6 billion in 2024, an increase of $2.3 billion from $333 million in 2023, primarily driven by an increase in the change in Athene’s fixed indexed annuity reserves, significant growth in its deferred annuity and funding agreement blocks of business, higher rates on new deferred annuity and funding agreement issuances in comparison to its existing blocks of business and an unfavorable change in unlocking. The change in Athene’s fixed indexed annuity reserves includes the impact from changes in the fair value of FIA embedded derivatives. The increase in the change in fair value of FIA embedded derivatives of $1.5 billion was primarily due to the performance of the equity indices to which Athene’s FIA policies are linked. The largest percentage of Athene’s FIA policies are linked to the S&P 500 index, which increased 5.5% in 2024, compared to a decrease of 3.6% in 2023. The change in fair value of FIA embedded derivatives was also driven by the unfavorable change in discount rates used in Athene’s embedded derivative calculations as 2024 experienced a decrease in discount rates compared to an increase in 2023. These impacts were partially offset by the favorable impact of rates on policyholder projected benefits. The fair value of FIA embedded derivatives unlocking in 2024 was $67 million unfavorable primarily due to changes to projected interest crediting, while 2023 unlocking was $20 million favorable primarily due to changes to projected interest crediting, partially offset by an increase in lapse and risk margin assumptions. The negative VOBA unlocking related to Athene’s interest sensitive contract liabilities in 2024 was $59 million favorable mainly due to updated economics and an increase in lapse assumptions, while 2023unlocking was $74 million favorable mainly due to an increase in lapse assumptions.
Market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses were $524 million in 2024, an increase of $965 million from $(441) million in 2023. The losses in 2024 compared to gains in 2023 were primarily driven by an unfavorable change in the fair value of market risk benefits, partially offset by a favorable change in unlocking. The change in fair value of market risk benefits was $1.0 billion unfavorable compared to 2023 due to a decrease in the risk-free discount rate across the curve, which is used in the fair value measurement of the liability for market risk benefits. This impact was partially offset by a favorable change in fair value of market risk benefits of $69 million related to the favorable equity market performance compared to 2023. The market risk benefits unlocking in 2024 was $62 million unfavorable primarily due to an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims, partially offset by favorable changes in lapse and enhanced income utilization assumptions, while 2023 unlocking was $81 million unfavorable primarily due to an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims, partially offset by favorable changes in lapse and income rider restart assumptions.
Future policy and other policy benefits were $793 million in 2024, an increase of $425 million from $368 million in 2023, primarily driven by a $294 million increase in pension group annuity obligations compared to 2023 and an increase in the change in the AmerUs Closed Block fair value liability, partially offset by a favorable change in unlocking. The change in the AmerUs Closed Block fair value liability was primarily due to a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates in 2024 compared to an increase in 2023. Unlocking in 2024 was $60 million favorable consisting of $104 million of favorable future policy benefit reserve unlocking, partially offset by $44 million of unfavorable negative VOBA and deferred profit liability unlocking. The favorable unlocking primarily related to favorable projected mortality lowering future benefit payments, partially offset by an increase in the lump sum payment utilization assumption. Unlocking in 2023 was $45 million favorable consisting of $297 million of favorable future policy benefit reserve unlocking, partially offset by $252 million of unfavorable negative VOBA and deferred profit liability unlocking. The favorable unlocking primarily related to higher interest rates and favorable mortality experience lowering future benefit payments.
Policy and other operating expenses were $670 million in 2024, an increase of $203 million from $467 million in 2023, primarily driven by the recognition of $172 million of expense related to estimated guaranty association assessments Athene expects to be levied against it in connection with the Bankers Life Insurance Company and Colorado Bankers Life Insurance Company insolvencies, as well as an increase in general operating expenses attributable to growth in the business.
DAC, DSI and VOBA amortization was $244 million in 2024, an increase of $33 million from $211 million in 2023, primarily due to growth in Athene’s retail channel, partially offset by lower VOBA amortization and a favorable change in unlocking. Unlocking in 2024 was $21 million unfavorable mainly related to changes to projected interest crediting and an increase in lapse assumptions, while unlocking in 2023 was $36 million unfavorable mainly related to an increase in lapse assumptions and changes to projected interest crediting.
Income Tax (Provision) Benefit
The Company’s income tax provision totaled $317 million and $243 million in 2024 and 2023, respectively. The change to the provision was primarily related to the increase in pretax income subject to income tax. The provision for income taxes includes federal, state, local and foreign income taxes resulting in an effective income tax rate of 15.2% and 27.5% for 2024 and 2023, respectively. The most significant reconciling items between the U.S. federal statutory income tax rate and the effective income tax rate were due to the following: (i) foreign, state and local income taxes, including NYC UBT, (ii) income attributable to non-controlling interests and (iii) equity-based compensation net of the limiting provisions for executive compensation under IRC Section 162(m). During the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company experienced a decrease to its consolidated effective income tax rate due to the one-time deferred tax benefit resulting from the enactment of the Bermuda Corporate Income Tax (“CIT”). The Company does not expect a material increase to its consolidated effective tax rate or earnings and results of operations as a result of the utilization of the deferred tax assets, though the Company can provide no assurance that the impacts will not be material in future years (see note 10 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further details regarding the Company’s income tax provision).
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2023.
Asset Management
Revenues
Revenues were $3,011 million in 2024, an increase of $260 million from $2,751 million in 2023, primarily driven by an increase in advisory and transaction fees, net, incentive fees and management fees.
Advisory and transaction fees increased by $135 million to $617 million in 2024 from $482 million in 2023. Advisory and transaction fees earned during 2024 were primarily attributable to advisory and transaction fees earned from companies in the (i) media, telecom and technology, (ii) financial services and (iii) business services sectors.
Incentive fees increased by $49 million to $108 million in 2024 from $59 million in 2023, primarily attributable to incentive fees earned from ADS of $40 million, reflecting the growing contribution from Apollo’s wealth-focused products.
Management fees increased by $48 million to $1,376 million in 2024 from $1,328 million in 2023. The increase in management fees was primarily attributable to management fees earned from ADS and Athora of $35 million and $9 million, respectively, driven by an increase in subscriptions and higher fee-generating AUM.
Investment income moderated in 2024, increasing $28 million to $910 million compared to $882 million in 2023. The increase in investment income in 2024 was driven by an increase in performance allocations of $84 million, partially offset by a decrease in principal investment income of $56 million.
Significant drivers for performance allocations in 2024 were performance allocations primarily earned from Fund IX, Fund X, HVF II, Credit Strategies, Redding Ridge Holdings and Freedom Parent Holdings of $232 million, $137 million, $114 million, $92 million, $66 million and $53 million, respectively, partially offset by performance allocation losses from Fund VIII of $117 million.
See below for details on the respective performance allocations in 2024.
The performance allocations earned from Fund IX in 2024 were primarily driven by appreciation of the fund’s investments in the (i) manufacturing and industrial and (ii) consumer services sectors, and the fund’s distressed investments.
The performance allocations earned from Fund X in 2024 were primarily driven by the appreciation and realization of the fund’s investments in the (i) manufacturing and industrial and (ii) consumer and retail sectors, and the fund’s distressed investments. Moreover, the fund achieved its annualized hurdle rate in 2024.
The performance allocations earned from HVF II in 2024 were primarily driven by the appreciation of the fund’s investments in private portfolio companies in the (i) consumer and retail, (ii) consumer services and (iii) manufacturing and industrial sectors. HVF II also achieved its annualized hurdle rate in 2024.
The performance allocations earned from Credit Strategies in 2024 were driven by the net income generated by the fund’s investments.
The performance allocations earned from Redding Ridge Holdings in 2024 were primarily driven by existing and new CLO issuances, CLO contract acquisitions, new consulting contracts and the accumulation of warehouse assets.
The performance allocations earned from Freedom Parent Holdings in 2024 were primarily driven by the appreciation of its investment in Wheels.
The performance allocation losses from Fund VIII in 2024 were primarily driven by the depreciation of the fund’s investments in the (i) media, telecom and technology, (ii) leisure and (iii) consumer services sectors.
Expenses
Expenses were $2,920 million in 2024, an increase of $436 million from $2,484 million in 2023, primarily due to increases in general, administrative and other and total compensation and benefits expenses. General, administrative and other expenses were $885 million in 2024, an increase of $242 million from $643 million in 2023. The increase in 2024 was primarily driven by $72 million related to equity interests issued by a subsidiary as part of a restructuring of such entity, as well as $18 million of fund merger-related costs. Additionally, increases in professional fees, higher travel and entertainment expenses and placement fees also contributed to the higher general, administrative and other expenses in 2024.
Total compensation and benefits were $1,876 million in 2024, an increase of $133 million from $1,743 million in 2023, primarily due to increases in salary, bonus and benefits and equity-based compensation of $85 million and $63 million, respectively. The increase in salary, bonus and benefits of $85 million was primarily driven by the growth in revenues and increased headcount in 2024. Equity-based compensation expense, in any given period, is generally comprised of: (i) performance grants which are tied to the Company’s receipt of performance fees, within prescribed periods and are typically recognized on an accelerated recognition method over the requisite service period to the extent the performance revenue metrics are met or deemed probable, and (ii) the impact of the 2021 one-time grants awarded to the Co-Presidents, all of which vest on a cliff basis subject to continued employment over five years, and a portion of which also vest on the Company’s achievement of FRE and SRE per share metrics.
Interest expense was $159 million in 2024, an increase of $61 million from $98 million in 2023. The increase in 2024 was primarily driven by higher interest expense from debt issued in 2024 and the fourth quarter of 2023.
Other Income (Loss)
Other income (loss) was $171 million in 2024, a decrease of $12 million from $183 million in 2023. This decrease was driven by decreases in other income (loss), net and net gains (losses) from investment activities of consolidated variable interest entities of $34 million and $25 million, respectively, partially offset by an increase in net gains (losses) from investment activities of $47 million.
Other income in 2023 was primarily attributable to interest income earned on the Company’s money market funds and U.S. Treasury securities, as a result of the rising interest rate environment and derivatives gains, which were offset, in part, by losses
from certain of the Company’s balance sheet investments and consolidated SPACs. Other income of $171 million in 2024 was primarily attributable to net gains from consolidated VIEs, as well as interest income earned on the Company’s money market funds and U.S. Treasury securities, partially offset by an increase in earnout expense associated with a previous acquisition.
Retirement Services
Revenues
Retirement Services revenues were $17.8 billion in 2024, a decrease of $1.0 billion from $18.8 billion in 2023. The decrease was primarily driven by a decrease in premiums and a decrease in other revenues, partially offset by an increase in investment related gains (losses), an increase in net investment income and an increase in revenues of consolidated VIEs.
Premiums were $1.2 billion in 2024, a decrease of $8.0 billion from $9.2 billion in 2023, primarily driven by an $8.2 billion decrease in pension group annuity premiums compared to 2023, partially offset by an increase in life premiums attributable to a block reinsurance transaction completed in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Other revenues were $9 million in 2024, a decrease of $574 million from $583 million in 2023, primarily driven by the $555 million gain on the settlement of the VIAC recapture agreement in 2023.
Investment related gains (losses) were $3.1 billion in 2024, an increase of $4.3 billion from $(1.2) billion in 2023, primarily due to the change in fair value of FIA hedging derivatives, mortgage loans, reinsurance assets and trading securities, as well as a favorable change in the provision for credit losses, partially offset by unfavorable net foreign exchange impacts. The change in fair value of FIA hedging derivatives increased $2.0 billion, primarily driven by the favorable performance of the equity indices upon which Athene’s call options are based. The largest percentage of Athene’s call options are based on the S&P 500 index, which increased 20.8% in 2024, compared to an increase of 11.7% in 2023.The change in fair value of mortgage loans increased $1.6 billion, the change in fair value of reinsurance assets increased $1.0 billion and the change in fair value of trading securities increased $79 million primarily driven by a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates in 2024 compared to an increase in 2023. The favorable change in the provision for credit losses of $123 million was primarily driven by intent-to-sell impairments in 2023 related to the timing of the recapture of certain business by VIAC and impacts from the Silicon Valley Bank failure. The unfavorable net foreign exchange impacts were primarily related to the weakening of the U.S. dollar against foreign currencies in 2024 compared to 2023.
Net investment income was $11.5 billion in 2024, an increase of $2.8 billion from $8.7 billion in 2023, primarily driven by significant growth in Athene’s investment portfolio attributable to strong net flows during the previous twelve months, higher rates on new deployment in comparison to Athene’s existing portfolio related to the higher interest rate environment and higher floating rate income.
Revenues of consolidated VIEs were $1.3 billion in 2024, an increase of $383 million from $946 million in 2023, primarily driven by unrealized gains on assets held by AAA and a favorable change in the fair value of mortgage loans held in VIEs related to a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates in 2024 compared to an increase in 2023.
Expenses
Retirement Services expenses were $12.4 billion in 2024, a decrease of $3.3 billion from $15.7 billion in 2023. The decrease was primarily driven by a decrease in future policy and other policy benefits, partially offset by an increase in interest sensitive contract benefits, an increase in market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses, an increase in policy and other operating expenses and an increase in DAC, DSI and VOBA amortization. Athene’s annual unlocking of assumptions resulted in an increase in total benefits and expenses of $31 million compared to a decrease of $22 million in 2023. The 2024 unlocking was driven by an increase of $62 million in market risk benefits, an increase of $21 million related to DAC, DSI and VOBA and an increase of $8 million in interest sensitive contract benefits, partially offset by a decrease of $60 million in future policy and other policy benefits, compared to a decrease of $94 million in interest sensitive contract benefits and a decrease of $45 million in future policy and other policy benefits, partially offset by an increase of $81 million in market risk benefits and an increase of $36 million related to DAC, DSI and VOBA in 2023.
Future policy and other policy benefits were $2.4 billion in 2024, a decrease of $7.9 billion from $10.3 billion in 2023, primarily driven by an $8.2 billiondecrease in pension group annuity obligations compared to 2023 and a favorable change in unlocking, partially offset by a $211 million increase in accrued interest and an increase in the change in the AmerUs Closed
Block fair value liability. The increase in accrued interest was primarily attributable to a larger outstanding balance in 2024 compared to 2023. The change in the AmerUs Closed Block fair value liability was primarily due to a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates in 2024 compared to an increase in 2023. Unlocking in 2024 was $60 million favorable consisting of $104 million of favorable future policy benefit reserve unlocking, partially offset by $44 million of unfavorable negative VOBA and deferred profit liability unlocking. The favorable unlocking primarily related to favorable projected mortality lowering future benefit payments, partially offset by an increase in the lump sum payment utilization assumption. Unlocking in 2023 was $45 million favorable consisting of $297 million of favorable future policy benefit reserve unlocking, partially offset by $252 million of unfavorable negative VOBA and deferred profit liability unlocking. The favorable unlocking primarily related to higher interest rates and favorable mortality experience lowering future benefit payments.
Interest sensitive contract benefits were $7.3 billion in 2024, an increase of $3.7 billion from $3.6 billion in 2023, primarily driven by an increase in the change in Athene’s fixed indexed annuity reserves, significant growth in its deferred annuity and funding agreement blocks of business, higher rates on new deferred annuity and funding agreement issuances in comparison to its existing blocks of business, increased costs on floating rate funding agreements and an unfavorable change in unlocking. The change in Athene’s fixed indexed annuity reserves includes the impact from changes in the fair value of FIA embedded derivatives. The increase in the change in fair value of FIA embedded derivatives of $993 million was primarily due to the performance of the equity indices to which Athene’s FIA policies are linked. The largest percentage of Athene’s FIA policies are linked to the S&P 500 index, which increased 20.8% in 2024, compared to an increase of 11.7% in 2023. The change in fair value of FIA embedded derivatives was also driven by the unfavorable change in discount rates used in Athene’s embedded derivative calculations as 2024 experienced a decrease in discount rates compared to an increase in 2023. These impacts were partially offset by the favorable impact of rates on policyholder projected benefits. The fair value of FIA embedded derivatives unlocking in 2024 was $67 million unfavorable primarily due to changes to projected interest crediting, while 2023 unlocking was $20 million favorable primarily due to changes to projected interest crediting, partially offset by an increase in lapse and risk margin assumptions. The negative VOBA unlocking related to Athene’s interest sensitive contract liabilities in 2024 was $59 million favorable mainly due to updated economics and an increase in lapse assumptions, while 2023unlocking was $74 million favorable mainly due to an increase in lapse assumptions.
Market risk benefits remeasurement (gains) losses were $354 million in 2024, an increase of $520 million from $(166) million in 2023. The losses in 2024 compared to gains in 2023 were primarily driven by an unfavorable change in the fair value of market risk benefits, partially offset by a favorable change in unlocking. The change in fair value of market risk benefits was $573 million unfavorable compared to 2023 due to a decrease in the risk-free discount rate across the curve, which is used in the fair value measurement of the liability for market risk benefits. This impact was partially offset by a favorable change in the fair value of market risk benefits of $89 million related to the favorable equity market performance compared to 2023. The market risk benefits unlocking in 2024 was $62 million unfavorable primarily due to an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims, partially offset by favorable changes in lapse and enhanced income utilization assumptions, while 2023 unlocking was $81 million unfavorable primarily due to an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims, partially offset by favorable changes in lapse and income rider restart assumptions.
Policy and other operating expenses were $1.6 billion in 2024, an increase of $245 million from $1.4 billion in 2023, primarily driven by the recognition of $172 million of expense related to estimated guaranty association assessments Athene expects to be levied against it in connection with the Bankers Life Insurance Company and Colorado Bankers Life Insurance Company insolvencies, as well as an increase in general operating expenses attributable to growth in the business.
DAC, DSI and VOBA amortization were $678 million in 2024, an increase of $176 million from $502 million in 2023, primarily due to growth in Athene’s retail channel, partially offset by a favorable change in unlocking. Unlocking in 2024 was $21 million unfavorable mainly related to changes to projected interest crediting and an increase in lapse assumptions, while unlocking in 2023 was $36 million unfavorable mainly related to an increase in lapse assumptions and changes to projected interest crediting.
Income Tax (Provision) Benefit
The Company’s income tax provision totaled $1,000 million and $697 million in 2024 and 2023, respectively. The change to the provision was primarily related to the increase in pretax income subject to income tax. The provision for income taxes includes federal, state, local and foreign income taxes resulting in an effective income tax rate of 17.5% and 19.2% for 2024 and 2023, respectively. The most significant reconciling items between the U.S. federal statutory income tax rate and the effective income tax rate were due to the following: (i) foreign, state and local income taxes, including NYC UBT, (ii) income attributable to non-controlling interests and (iii) equity-based compensation net of the limiting provisions for executive
compensation under IRC Section 162(m). During the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company experienced a decrease to its consolidated effective income tax rate due to the one-time deferred tax benefit resulting from the enactment of the Bermuda CIT. The Company does not expect a material increase to its consolidated effective tax rate or earnings and results of operations as a result of the utilization of the deferred tax assets, though the Company can provide no assurance that the impacts will not be material in future years (see note 10 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further details regarding the Company’s income tax provision).
Managing Business Performance - Key Segment and Non-U.S. GAAP Performance Measures
We believe that the presentation of Segment Income supplements a reader’s understanding of the economic operating performance of each of our segments.
Segment Income and Adjusted Net Income
Segment Income is the key performance measure used by management in evaluating the performance of the Asset Management, Retirement Services, and Principal Investing segments. See note 17 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for more details regarding the components of Segment Income and management’s consideration of Segment Income.
We believe that Segment Income is helpful for an understanding of our business and that investors should review the same supplemental financial measure that management uses to analyze our segment performance. This measure supplements and should be considered in addition to and not in lieu of the results of operations discussed above in “—Overview of Results of Operations” that have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Adjusted Net Income (“ANI”) represents Segment Income less HoldCo interest and other financing costs and estimated income taxes. For purposes of calculating the Adjusted Net Income tax rate, Segment Income is reduced by HoldCo interest and financing costs. Income taxes on FRE and PII represents the total current corporate, local, and non-U.S. taxes as well as the current payable under Apollo’s tax receivable agreement. Income taxes on FRE and PII excludes the impacts of deferred taxes and the remeasurement of the tax receivable agreement, which arise from changes in estimated future tax rates. Certain assumptions and methodologies that impact the implied FRE and PII income tax provision are similar to those used under U.S. GAAP. Specifically, certain deductions considered in the income tax provision under U.S. GAAP relating to transaction related charges, equity-based compensation, and tax deductible interest expense are taken into account for the implied tax provision. Income Taxes on SRE represent the total current and deferred tax expense or benefit on income before taxes adjusted to eliminate the impact of the tax expense or benefit associated with the non-operating adjustments. Management believes the methodologies used to compute income taxes on FRE, SRE, and PII are meaningful to each segment and increases comparability of income taxes between periods.
Fee Related Earnings, Spread Related Earnings and Principal Investing Income
Fee Related Earnings, or “FRE”, is a component of Segment Income that is used as a supplemental performance measure to assess the performance of the Asset Management segment.
Spread Related Earnings, or “SRE”, is a component of Segment Income that is used as a supplemental performance measure to assess the performance of the Retirement Services segment, excluding certain market volatility, which consists of investment gains (losses), net of offsets and non-operating change in insurance liabilities and related derivatives, and certain expenses related to integration, restructuring, equity-based compensation, and other expenses.
Non-operating change in insurance liabilities and related derivatives includes the change in fair values of derivatives and embedded derivatives, non-operating change in funding agreements, change in fair value of market risk benefits, and non-operating change in liability for future policy benefits.
Principal Investing Income, or “PII”, is a component of Segment Income that is used as a supplemental performance measure to assess the performance of the Principal Investing segment.
See note 17 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for more details regarding the components of FRE, SRE, and PII.
We use Segment Income, ANI, FRE, SRE and PII as measures of operating performance, not as measures of liquidity. These measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for net income or other income data prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The use of these measures without consideration of their related U.S. GAAP measures is not adequate due to the adjustments described above.
Net Invested Assets
In managing its business, Athene analyzes net invested assets, which does not correspond to total Athene investments, including investments in related parties, as disclosed in the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition and notes thereto. Net invested assets represent the investments that directly back Athene’s net reserve liabilities as well as surplus assets. Net invested assets is used in the computation of net investment earned rate, which is used to analyze the profitability of Athene’s investment portfolio. Net invested assets include (a) total investments on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition with AFS securities, trading securities and mortgage loans at cost or amortized cost, excluding derivatives, (b) cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, (c) investments in related parties, (d) accrued investment income, (e) VIE assets, liabilities and non-controlling interest adjustments, (f) net investment payables and receivables, (g) policy loans ceded (which offset the direct policy loans in total investments) and (h) an adjustment for the allowance for credit losses. Net invested assets exclude the derivative collateral offsetting the related cash positions. Athene includes the underlying investments supporting its assumed funds withheld and modco agreements and excludes the underlying investments related to ceded reinsurance transactions in its net invested assets calculation in order to match the assets with the income received. Athene believes the adjustments for reinsurance provide a view of the assets for which it has economic exposure. Net invested assets include Athene’s proportionate share of ACRA investments, based on its economic ownership, but do not include the proportionate share of investments associated with the non-controlling interests. Net invested assets are averaged over the number of quarters in the relevant period to compute a net investment earned rate for such period. While Athene believes net invested assets is a meaningful financial metric and enhances the understanding of the underlying drivers of its investment portfolio, it should not be used as a substitute for Athene’s total investments, including related parties, presented under U.S. GAAP.
Segment Analysis
Discussed below are our results of operations for each of our reportable segments. They represent the segment information available and utilized by management to assess performance and to allocate resources. See note 17 to our condensed consolidated financial statements for more information regarding our segment reporting.
Asset Management
The following table presents Fee Related Earnings, the performance measure of our Asset Management segment.
Three months ended September 30,
Total Change
Percentage Change
Nine months ended September 30,
Total Change
Percentage Change
(In millions, except percentages)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Asset Management:
Management fees - Credit
$
518
$
431
$
87
20.2%
$
1,465
$
1,242
$
223
18.0%
Management fees - Equity
192
217
(25)
(11.5)
569
603
(34)
(5.6)
Management fees
710
648
62
9.6
2,034
1,845
189
10.2
Capital solutions fees and other, net
159
146
13
8.9
508
422
86
20.4
Fee-related performance fees
57
40
17
42.5
155
102
53
52.0
Fee-related compensation
(238)
(212)
26
12.3
(698)
(635)
63
9.9
Non-compensation expenses
(157)
(150)
7
4.7
(490)
(423)
67
15.8
Fee Related Earnings (FRE)
$
531
$
472
$
59
12.5%
$
1,509
$
1,311
$
198
15.1%
Three Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2023.
FRE was $531 million in 2024, an increase of $59 million compared to $472 million in 2023. This increase was primarily attributable to growth in fee related revenues, including management fees, fee-related performance fees and capital solutions fees and other, net.
The increase in management fees was primarily attributable to management fees earned from Athene and ADS of $64 million and $14 million, respectively, driven by increases in fee-generating AUM and subscriptions in 2024, respectively, partially offset by a decrease in management fees earned from Fund X of $24 million primarily related to the catch-up management fees earned in 2023. Management fees in 2024 benefited from robust growth in the credit strategy reflecting strong capital formation across Athene and third-party clients.
The increase in fee-related performance fees in 2024 was primarily attributable to fees earned from ADS of $16 million, reflecting the growing contribution from Apollo’s wealth-focused products.
The increase in capital solutions fees in 2024 was primarily attributable to fees earned from companies in the (i) business services, (ii) consumer and retail, (iii) financial services and (iv) media, telecom and technology sectors.
The growth in revenues was offset, in part, by higher fee-related compensation expense and an increase in non-compensation expenses. The increase in fee-related compensation was driven by corresponding growth in fee related revenues and increased headcount in 2024. The increase in non-compensation expenses in 2024 was primarily driven by increases in depreciation and amortization expenses and higher placement fees.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2023.
FRE was $1,509 million in 2024, an increase of $198 million compared to $1,311 million in 2023. This increase was primarily attributable to growth in fee related revenues, including management fees, capital solutions fees and other, net and fee-related performance fees.
The increase in management fees was primarily attributable to management fees earned from Athene and ADS of $168 million and $32 million, respectively, primarily driven by increases in fee-generating AUM and increased subscriptions in 2024, respectively, partially offset by a decrease in management fees earned from Fund X of $21 million primarily related to the catch-up management fees earned in 2023.
The increase in capital solutions fees in 2024 was primarily attributable to fees earned from companies in the (i) media, telecom and technology, (ii) financial services and (iii) business services sectors.
The increase in fee-related performance fees in 2024 was primarily attributable to fees earned from ADS of $40 million, reflecting the growing contribution from Apollo’s wealth-focused products.
The growth in revenues was offset, in part, by increases in non-compensation expenses and higher fee-related compensation expense stemming from growth in fee related revenues and increased headcount in 2024. The increase in non-compensation expenses in 2024 was primarily driven by higher travel and entertainment expenses, higher placement fees and increases in depreciation and amortization expenses.
We monitor certain operating metrics that are common to the alternative asset management industry and directly impact the performance of our Asset Management segment. These operating metrics include Assets Under Management, origination, gross capital deployment and uncalled commitments.
Assets Under Management
The following presents Apollo’s Total AUM and Fee-Generating AUM by investing strategy (in billions):
The following presents Apollo’s AUM with Future Management Fee Potential by investing strategy (in billions):
Note: Totals may not add due to rounding
The following tables present the components of Performance Fee-Eligible AUM for Apollo’s investing strategies within the Asset Management segment:
September 30, 2024
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Performance Fee-Generating AUM 1
$
88,616
$
54,239
$
142,855
AUM Not Currently Generating Performance Fees
11,810
4,796
16,606
Uninvested Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
30,470
30,247
60,717
Total Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
$
130,896
$
89,282
$
220,178
September 30, 2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Performance Fee-Generating AUM 1
$
77,655
$
47,467
$
125,122
AUM Not Currently Generating Performance Fees
6,442
9,566
16,008
Uninvested Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
22,376
34,691
57,067
Total Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
$
106,473
$
91,724
$
198,197
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Performance Fee-Generating AUM 1
$
77,026
$
51,444
$
128,470
AUM Not Currently Generating Performance Fees
9,412
6,886
16,298
Uninvested Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
22,933
34,047
56,980
Total Performance Fee-Eligible AUM
$
109,371
$
92,377
$
201,748
1 Performance Fee-Generating AUM of $6.7 billion, $4.2 billion and $5.4 billion as of September 30, 2024, September 30, 2023 and December 31, 2023, respectively, are above the hurdle rates or preferred returns and have been deferred to future periods when the fees are probable to not be significantly reversed.
The components of Fee-Generating AUM by investing strategy are presented below:
September 30, 2024
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Fee-Generating AUM based on capital commitments
$
223
$
25,204
$
25,427
Fee-Generating AUM based on invested capital
11,731
32,382
44,113
Fee-Generating AUM based on gross/adjusted assets
405,910
5,323
411,233
Fee-Generating AUM based on NAV
61,146
9,104
70,250
Total Fee-Generating AUM
$
479,010
$
72,013
1
$
551,023
1 The weighted average remaining life of the traditional private equity funds as of September 30, 2024 was 63 months.
September 30, 2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Fee-Generating AUM based on capital commitments
$
212
$
27,799
$
28,011
Fee-Generating AUM based on invested capital
10,267
29,369
39,636
Fee-Generating AUM based on gross/adjusted assets
338,973
5,542
344,515
Fee-Generating AUM based on NAV
48,664
7,561
56,225
Total Fee-Generating AUM
$
398,116
$
70,271
1
$
468,387
1 The weighted average remaining life of the traditional private equity funds at September 30, 2023 was 73 months.
December 31, 2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Fee-Generating AUM based on capital commitments
$
221
$
27,868
$
28,089
Fee-Generating AUM based on invested capital
10,216
29,583
39,799
Fee-Generating AUM based on gross/adjusted assets
360,777
5,436
366,213
Fee-Generating AUM based on NAV
50,822
8,029
58,851
Total Fee-Generating AUM
$
422,036
$
70,916
1
$
492,952
1 The weighted average remaining life of the traditional private equity funds as of December 31, 2023 was 70 months.
Apollo, through its consolidated subsidiary, ISG, provides asset management services to Athene with respect to assets in the accounts owned by or related to Athene (“Athene Accounts”), including asset allocation services, direct asset management services, asset and liability matching management, mergers and acquisitions asset diligence, hedging and other asset management services and receives management fees for providing these services. The Company, through ISG, also provides sub-allocation services with respect to a portion of the assets in the Athene Accounts. Apollo, through its asset management business, managed or advised $319.8 billion, $278.3 billion and $260.8 billion of AUM on behalf of Athene as of September 30, 2024, December 31, 2023 and September 30, 2023, respectively.
Apollo, through ISGI, provides investment advisory services with respect to certain assets in certain portfolio companies of Apollo funds and sub-advises the Athora Accounts and broadly refers to “Athora Sub-Advised” assets as those assets in the Athora Accounts which the Company explicitly sub-advises as well as those assets in the Athora Accounts which are invested directly in funds and investment vehicles Apollo manages. The Company refers to the portion of the Athora AUM that is not Athora Sub-Advised AUM as “Athora Non-Sub Advised” AUM. See note 15 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for more details regarding the fee arrangements with respect to the assets in the Athora Accounts. Apollo managed or advised $53.6 billion, $49.9 billion and $48.5 billion of AUM on behalf of Athora as of September 30, 2024, December 31, 2023 and September 30, 2023, respectively.
The following tables summarize changes in total AUM for Apollo’s investing strategies within the Asset Management segment:
Three months ended September 30,
2024
2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Credit
Equity
Total
Change in Total AUM1:
Beginning of Period
$
561,612
$
134,641
$
696,253
$
486,435
$
130,670
$
617,105
Inflows
38,642
3,300
41,942
27,154
5,797
32,951
Outflows2
(11,688)
(1,317)
(13,005)
(12,118)
(402)
(12,520)
Net Flows
26,954
1,983
28,937
15,036
5,395
20,431
Realizations
(2,717)
(2,383)
(5,100)
(5,596)
(2,409)
(8,005)
Market Activity3
11,947
1,170
13,117
391
1,237
1,628
End of Period
$
597,796
$
135,411
$
733,207
$
496,266
$
134,893
$
631,159
1 At the individual segment level, inflows include new subscriptions, commitments, capital raised, other increases in available capital, purchases, acquisitions, and portfolio company appreciation. Outflows represent redemptions, other decreases in available capital and portfolio company depreciation. Realizations represent fund distributions of realized proceeds. Market activity represents gains (losses), the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations and other income.
2 Outflows for Total AUM include redemptions of $1.6 billion and $1.4 billion during the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
3 Includes foreign exchange impacts of $2.8 billion and $(2.4) billion during the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Nine months ended September 30,
2024
2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Credit
Equity
Total
Change in Total AUM1:
Beginning of Period
$
515,523
$
135,253
$
650,776
$
421,206
$
126,441
$
547,647
Inflows
112,010
7,508
119,518
109,746
14,028
123,774
Outflows2
(42,282)
(4,209)
(46,491)
(32,239)
(2,569)
(34,808)
Net Flows
69,728
3,299
73,027
77,507
11,459
88,966
Realizations
(9,779)
(7,270)
(17,049)
(11,052)
(6,281)
(17,333)
Market Activity3
22,324
4,129
26,453
8,605
3,274
11,879
End of Period
$
597,796
$
135,411
$
733,207
$
496,266
$
134,893
$
631,159
1 At the individual strategy level, inflows include new subscriptions, commitments, capital raised, other increases in available capital, purchases, acquisitions and portfolio company appreciation. Outflows represent redemptions, other decreases in available capital and portfolio company depreciation. Realizations represent fund distributions of realized proceeds. Market activity represents gains (losses), the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations and other income.
2 Outflows for Total AUM include redemptions of $5.1 billion and $5.2 billion during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
3 Includes foreign exchange impacts of $0.5 billion and $(1.0) billion during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Three Months Ended September 30, 2024
Total AUM was $733.2 billion at September 30, 2024, an increase of $37.0 billion, or 5.3%, compared to $696.3 billion at June 30, 2024. The net increase was primarily driven by the growth of our retirement services client assets, subscriptions across the platform and new financing facilities, partially offset by normal course outflows at Athene as well as distributions. More specifically, the net increase was due to:
•Net flows of $28.9 billion primarily attributable to:
•a $27.0 billion increase related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of (i) $11.1 billion related to the growth of our retirement services clients; (ii) $11.1 billion of leverage primarily driven by new Atlas warehousing financing facilities; and (iii) $5.8 billion of subscriptions mostly related to the direct lending, performing credit, investment grade and opportunistic credit funds we manage; and
•a $2.0 billion increase related to the funds we manage in our equity strategy.
•Realizations of $(5.1) billion primarily attributable to:
•$(2.7) billion related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy, largely driven by distributions from the direct lending, performing credit and investment grade funds we manage; and
•$(2.4) billion related to the funds we manage in our equity strategy, largely driven by distributions across the traditional private equity funds we manage.
•Market activity of $13.1 billion, primarily attributable to:
•$11.9 billion related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of $7.2 billion driven by our retirement services clients and $2.1 billion related to the direct lending, performing credit and investment grade funds we manage; and
•$1.2 billion related to the funds we manage in our equity strategy.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024
Total AUM was $733.2 billion at September 30, 2024, an increase of $82.4 billion, or 12.7%, compared to $650.8 billion at December 31, 2023. The net increase was primarily driven by subscriptions across the platform and the growth of our retirement services client assets, partially offset by outflows attributable to Atlas and distributions. More specifically, the net increase was due to:
•Net flows of $73.0 billion primarily attributable to:
•a $69.7 billion increase related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of (i) $35.6 billion of subscriptions mostly related to the direct lending, performing credit, investment grade and asset-backed finance funds we manage; and (ii) $28.0 billion related to the growth of our retirement services clients; and (iii) $15.9 billion of leverage, partially offset by $(7.0) billion of outflows resulting from the previously announced conclusion of the Atlas SP-Credit Suisse investment management agreement; and
•a $3.3 billion increase related to the funds we manage in our equity strategy.
•Realizations of $(17.0) billion primarily attributable to:
•$(9.8) billion related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy, largely driven by distributions from the asset-backed finance, direct lending, performing credit, investment grade and opportunistic credit funds we manage, and the anticipated run-off related to the Atlas SP-Credit Suisse investment management agreement; and
•$(7.3) billion related to the funds we manage in our equity strategy primarily consisting of distributions across the traditional private equity funds.
•Market activity of $26.5 billion primarily attributable to:
•$22.3 billion related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of $14.4 billion related to our retirement services client assets and $3.1 billion related to the direct lending, performing credit and investment grade funds; and
•$4.1 billion related to the funds we manage in our equity strategy related to the traditional private equity funds and hybrid value funds we manage.
The following tables summarize changes in Fee-Generating AUM for Apollo’s investing strategies within the Asset Management segment:
Three months ended September 30,
2024
2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Credit
Equity
Total
Change in Fee-Generating AUM1:
Beginning of Period
$
451,292
$
70,871
$
522,163
$
393,701
$
68,082
$
461,783
Inflows
31,069
3,898
34,967
17,838
3,795
21,633
Outflows2
(12,251)
(2,449)
(14,700)
(12,585)
(997)
(13,582)
Net Flows
18,818
1,449
20,267
5,253
2,798
8,051
Realizations
(1,334)
(765)
(2,099)
(1,207)
(316)
(1,523)
Market Activity3
10,234
458
10,692
369
(293)
76
End of Period
$
479,010
$
72,013
$
551,023
$
398,116
$
70,271
$
468,387
1 At the individual strategy level, inflows include new subscriptions, commitments, capital raised, other increases in available capital, purchases, acquisitions and portfolio company appreciation. Outflows represent redemptions, other decreases in available capital and portfolio company depreciation. Realizations represent fund distributions of realized proceeds. Market activity represents gains (losses), the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations and other income.
2 Outflows for Fee-Generating AUM include redemptions of $1.6 billion and $1.1 billion during the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
3 Includes foreign exchange impacts of $2.4 billion and $(1.9) billion during the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Nine months ended September 30,
2024
2023
(In millions)
Credit
Equity
Total
Credit
Equity
Total
Change in Fee-Generating AUM1:
Beginning of Period
$
422,036
$
70,916
$
492,952
$
346,598
$
65,489
$
412,087
Inflows
89,589
7,426
97,015
81,160
10,196
91,356
Outflows2
(48,404)
(4,982)
(53,386)
(34,731)
(4,088)
(38,819)
Net Flows
41,185
2,444
43,629
46,429
6,108
52,537
Realizations
(3,812)
(1,722)
(5,534)
(2,226)
(962)
(3,188)
Market Activity3
19,601
375
19,976
7,315
(364)
6,951
End of Period
$
479,010
$
72,013
$
551,023
$
398,116
$
70,271
$
468,387
1 At the individual strategy level, inflows include new subscriptions, commitments, capital raised, other increases in available capital, purchases, acquisitions and portfolio company appreciation. Outflows represent redemptions, other decreases in available capital and portfolio company depreciation. Realizations represent fund distributions of realized proceeds. Market activity represents gains (losses), the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations and other income.
2 Outflows for Fee-Generating AUM include redemptions of $4.7 billion and $4.7 billion during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
3 Includes foreign exchange impacts of $0.6 billion and $(0.8) billion during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Three Months Ended September 30, 2024
Total Fee-Generating AUM was $551.0 billion at September 30, 2024, an increase of $28.9 billion, or 5.5%, compared to $522.2 billion at June 30, 2024. The net increase was primarily due to the growth of our retirement services client assets, market activity primarily in our credit strategy and subscriptions across the platform, partially offset by redemptions. More specifically, the net increase was due to:
•Net flows of $20.3 billion primarily attributable to:
•an $18.8 billion increase related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of (i) $11.1 billion related to the growth of our retirement services clients; (ii) $4.9 billion of other net fee-generating movements; and (iii) $2.5 billion of subscriptions primarily related to the direct lending, performing credit and investment grade funds we manage, partially offset by $1.3 billion of redemptions.
•Market activity of $10.7 billion attributable to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of $6.7 billion related to our retirement services clients.
•Realizations of $(2.1) billion across the credit and equity strategies.
Total Fee-Generating AUM was $551.0 billion at September 30, 2024, an increase of $58.1 billion, or 11.8%, compared to $493.0 billion at December 31, 2023. The net increase was primarily driven by the growth of our retirement services client assets, market activity primarily in our credit strategy, and subscriptions across the platform, partially offset by outflows attributable to Atlas. More specifically, the net increase was due to:
•Net flows of $43.6 billion primarily attributable to:
•a $41.2 billion increase related to the funds we manage in our credit strategy primarily consisting of (i) a $28.0 billion increase related to the growth of our retirement services client assets; (ii) $11.1 billion of other net fee-generating movements; and (iii) $10.3 billion of subscriptions primarily related to the direct lending, performing credit and investment grade funds we manage, partially offset by $(7.0) billion of outflows resulting from the previously announced conclusion of the Atlas SP-Credit Suisse investment management agreement.
•Market activity of $20.0 billion primarily attributable to the funds we manage in our credit strategy consisting of $14.0 billion related to our retirement services clients.
•Realizations of $(5.5) billion across the credit and equity strategies.
Origination, Gross Capital Deployment and Uncalled Commitments
Origination represents (i) capital that has been invested in new equity, debt or debt-like investments by Apollo's equity and credit strategies (whether purchased by funds and accounts managed by Apollo, or syndicated to third parties) where Apollo or one of Apollo's origination platforms has sourced, negotiated, or significantly affected the commercial terms of the investment; (ii) new capital pools formed by debt issuances, including CLOs; and (iii) net purchases of certain assets by the funds and accounts we manage that we consider to be private, illiquid, and hard to access assets and which the funds and accounts otherwise may not be able to meaningfully access. Origination generally excludes any issuance of debt or debt-like investments by the portfolio companies of the funds we manage.
Gross capital deployment represents the gross capital that has been invested by the funds and accounts we manage during the relevant period, but excludes certain investment activities primarily related to hedging and cash management functions at the Company. Gross capital deployment is not reduced or netted down by sales or refinancings, and takes into account leverage used by the funds and accounts we manage in gaining exposure to the various investments that they have made.
Uncalled commitments, by contrast, represent unfunded capital commitments that certain of the funds we manage have received from fund investors to fund future or current fund investments and expenses.
Origination is indicative of our ability to originate assets for the funds we manage, through our origination platforms and our corporate solutions capabilities. Gross capital deployment and uncalled commitments are indicative of the pace and magnitude of fund capital that is deployed or will be deployed. Origination, gross capital deployment and uncalled commitments could result in future revenues that include management fees, capital solutions fees and performance fees to the extent they are fee-generating. They can also give rise to future costs that are related to the hiring of additional resources to manage and account for the additional origination activities and the capital that is deployed or will be deployed. Management uses origination, gross capital deployment and uncalled commitments as key operating metrics since we believe the results are measures of investment activities of the funds we manage.
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Apollo had $64 billion and $58 billion of dry powder, respectively, which represents the amount of capital available for investment or reinvestment subject to the provisions of the applicable limited partnership agreements or other governing agreements of the funds, partnerships and accounts we manage. These amounts exclude uncalled commitments which can only be called for fund fees and expenses and commitments from perpetual capital vehicles.
Retirement Services
The following table presents Spread Related Earnings, the performance measure of our Retirement Services segment:
Three Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2023.
Spread Related Earnings
SRE was $856 million in 2024, a decrease of $17 million, or 2%, compared to $873 million in 2023. The decrease in SRE was primarily driven by higher cost of funds and interest and other financing costs, partially offset by higher net investment earnings and strategic capital management fees.
Cost of funds increased $599 million, primarily driven by growth in and higher rates on new deferred annuity issuances, growth in and higher rates on new institutional business, including the additional costs of swapping to or issuing funding agreements as floating rate to mitigate SRE sensitivity to floating rate assets, an increase in business mix to institutional business at higher crediting rates and the $114 million operating gain on the settlement of the VIAC recapture agreement in 2023. These impacts were partially offset by a favorable change in unlocking as well as a favorable impact to pension group annuity balances related to a refinement in methodology. Unlocking, net of the non-controlling interests, was favorable $16 million primarily related to favorable projected mortality lowering future benefit payments, updated economics and favorable changes in lapse and enhanced income utilization assumptions. These impacts were largely offset by an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims, an increase in the lump sum payment utilization assumption and changes to projected interest crediting. Unlocking, net of the non-controlling interests, in 2023 was unfavorable $24 million primarily related to an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims. This impact was partially offset by favorable changes in lapse and income rider restart assumptions, as well as higher interest rates and favorable mortality experience lowering future benefit payments.
Interest and other financing costs increased $12 million related to interest expense on Athene’s debt issuances in the fourth quarter of 2023 and the first quarter of 2024, partially offset by lower interest expense resulting from a decrease in short-term repurchase agreements outstanding in 2024 compared to 2023.
Net investment earnings increased $577 million, primarily driven by $30.5 billion of growth in Athene’s average net invested assets, higher rates on new deployment compared to Athene’s existing portfolio related to the higher interest rate environment and an increase in alternative net investment income. The increase in alternative net investment income compared to 2023 was primarily driven by favorable performance within strategic origination platforms and credit, largely offset by less favorable performance within equity and retirement services platforms. The increase in income from strategic origination platforms was mainly attributable to a Wheels valuation increase in 2024, unfavorable performance from Aqua Finance, Inc. (“Aqua Finance”) in 2023 related to macroeconomic headwinds for consumer loan origination and favorable performance from other strategic origination platforms related to the funding of recent investments. The decrease in income from equity was largely driven by underperformance within private equity and real assets compared to 2023, while the decrease in income from retirement services platforms was primarily related to continued inflationary and regulatory pressures impacting the valuation of Athora.
Strategic capital management fees increased $8 million due to additional fees received from ADIP II related to new business ceded to ACRA 2 over the previous twelve months as well as the 10% increase in ADIP II’s ownership of ACRA 2 effective December 31, 2023.
Net investment spread was 1.83% in 2024, a decrease of 30 basis points compared to 2.13% in 2023, primarily driven by higher cost of funds, partially offset by a higher net investment earned rate.
Cost of funds was 3.34% in 2024, an increase of 67 basis points compared to 2.67% in 2023, primarily driven by higher rates on new deferred annuity issuances, higher rates on new institutional business, including the additional costs of swapping to or issuing funding agreements as floating rate to mitigate SRE sensitivity to floating rate assets, an increase in business mix to institutional business at higher crediting rates and the $114 million operating gain on the settlement of the VIAC recapture agreement in 2023. These impacts were partially offset by a favorable change in unlocking, as well as a favorable impact to pension group annuity balances related to a refinement in methodology.
Net investment earned rate was 5.12% in 2024, an increase of 36 basis points compared to 4.76% in 2023, primarily due to higher returns in both Athene’s fixed income and alternative investment portfolios. Fixed income and other net investment earned rate was 4.96% in 2024, an increase from 4.57% in 2023, primarily driven by higher rates on new deployment compared to Athene’s existing portfolio related to the higher interest rate environment. Alternative net investment earned rate was 8.19% in 2024, an increase from 7.75% in 2023, primarily driven by favorable performance within strategic origination platforms and credit, largely offset by less favorable performance within equity and retirement services platforms. The higher return on strategic origination platforms was mainly attributable to a Wheels valuation increase in 2024, unfavorable performance from Aqua Finance in 2023 related to macroeconomic headwinds for consumer loan origination and favorable performance from other strategic origination platforms related to the funding of recent investments. The lower return on equity was largely driven by underperformance within private equity and real assets compared to 2023, while the lower return on retirement services platforms was primarily related to continued inflationary and regulatory pressures impacting the valuation of Athora.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2023.
Spread Related Earnings
SRE was $2.4 billion in 2024, an increase of $23 million, or 1%, compared to $2.4 billion in 2023. The increase in SRE was primarily driven by higher net investment earnings, higher strategic capital management fees and lower interest and other financing costs, partially offset by higher cost of funds.
Net investment earnings increased $1.5 billion, primarily driven by $23.9 billion of growth in Athene’s average net invested assets, higher rates on new deployment compared to Athene’s existing portfolio related to the higher interest rate environment and higher floating rate income, partially offset by an increase in income attributable to the ACRA non-controlling interests following the sale of a 50% interest in ACRA 2 to ADIP II effective July 1, 2023 and the subsequent increase in the ADIP II ownership of ACRA 2 to 60% effective December 31, 2023, as well as slightly lower alternative net investment income. The decrease in alternative net investment income compared to 2023 was primarily driven by less favorable performance within retirement services platforms and equity, largely offset by favorable performance within strategic origination platforms and credit. The decrease in income from retirement services platforms was primarily related to continued inflationary and regulatory pressures impacting the valuation of Athora, while the decrease in income from equity was largely driven by underperformance within private equity compared to 2023. The increase in income from strategic origination platforms was mainly attributable to a Wheels valuation increase in 2024, as well as unfavorable performance from Aqua Finance in 2023 related to macroeconomic headwinds for consumer loan origination, partially offset by outsized performance from MidCap Financial in 2023.
Strategic capital management fees increased $27 million due to additional fees received from ADIP II as a result of the sale of a 50% interest in ACRA 2 to ADIP II effective July 1, 2023 and the subsequent increase in the ADIP II ownership of ACRA 2 to 60% effective December 31, 2023, as well as new business ceded to ACRA 2 over the previous twelve months.
Interest and other financing costs decreased $16 million related to lower interest expense resulting from a decrease in short-term repurchase agreements outstanding in 2024 compared to 2023, partially offset by interest expense related to Athene’s debt issuances in the fourth quarter of 2023 and the first quarter of 2024.
Cost of funds increased $1.5 billion, primarily driven by growth in and higher rates on new deferred annuity issuances, growth in and higher rates on new institutional business, including the additional costs of swapping to or issuing funding agreements as floating rate to mitigate SRE sensitivity to floating rate assets, an increase in business mix to institutional business at higher
crediting rates and the $114 million operating gain on the settlement of the VIAC recapture agreement in 2023. These impacts were partially offset by an increase in costs attributable to the ACRA non-controlling interests following the sale of a 50% interest in ACRA 2 to ADIP II effective July 1, 2023 and the subsequent increase in the ADIP II ownership of ACRA 2 to 60% effective December 31, 2023, as well as a favorable change in unlocking and a favorable impact to pension group annuity balances related to a refinement in methodology. Unlocking, net of the non-controlling interests, was favorable $16 million primarily related to favorable projected mortality lowering future benefit payments, updated economics and favorable changes in lapse and enhanced income utilization assumptions. These impacts were largely offset by an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims, an increase in the lump sum payment utilization assumption and changes to projected interest crediting. Unlocking, net of the non-controlling interests, in 2023 was unfavorable $24 million primarily related to an increase in the income rider utilization assumption increasing projected claims. This impact was partially offset by favorable changes in lapse and income rider restart assumptions, as well as higher interest rates and favorable mortality experience lowering future benefit payments.
Net Investment Spread
Nine months ended September 30,
2024
2023
Change
Fixed income and other net investment earned rate
4.82
%
4.39
%
43bps
Alternative net investment earned rate
7.69
%
7.46
%
23bps
Net investment earned rate
4.96
%
4.57
%
39bps
Strategic capital management fees
0.04
%
0.03
%
1bp
Cost of funds
(3.24)
%
(2.62)
%
62bps
Net investment spread
1.76
%
1.98
%
(22)bps
Net investment spread was 1.76% in 2024, a decrease of 22 basis points compared to 1.98% in 2023, primarily driven by higher cost of funds, partially offset by a higher net investment earned rate.
Cost of funds was 3.24% in 2024, an increase of 62 basis points compared to 2.62% in 2023, primarily driven by higher rates on new deferred annuity issuances, higher rates on new institutional business, including the additional costs of swapping to or issuing funding agreements as floating rate to mitigate SRE sensitivity to floating rate assets, an increase in business mix to institutional business at higher crediting rates and the $114 million operating gain on the settlement of the VIAC recapture agreement in 2023. These impacts were partially offset by an increase in costs attributable to the ACRA non-controlling interests following the sale of a 50% interest in ACRA 2 to ADIP II effective July 1, 2023 and the subsequent increase in the ADIP II ownership of ACRA 2 to 60% effective December 31, 2023, as well as a favorable change in unlocking and a favorable impact to pension group annuity balances related to a refinement in methodology.
Net investment earned rate was 4.96% in 2024, an increase of 39 basis points compared to 4.57% in 2023, primarily due to higher returns in Athene’s fixed income portfolio and slightly favorable performance within its alternative investment portfolio, partially offset by an increase in income attributable to the ACRA non-controlling interests following the sale of a 50% interest in ACRA 2 to ADIP II effective July 1, 2023 and the subsequent increase in the ADIP II ownership of ACRA 2 to 60% effective December 31, 2023. Fixed income and other net investment earned rate was 4.82% in 2024, an increase from 4.39% in 2023, primarily driven by higher rates on new deployment compared to Athene’s existing portfolio related to the higher interest rate environment and higher floating rate income. Alternative net investment earned rate was 7.69% in 2024, an increase from 7.46% in 2023, as slightly lower income was earned on average alternative net invested assets that decreased $432 million compared to 2023. The slightly lower alternative net investment income compared to 2023 was primarily driven by less favorable performance within retirement services platforms and equity, largely offset by favorable performance within strategic origination platforms and credit. The lower return on retirement services platforms was primarily related to continued inflationary and regulatory pressures impacting the valuation of Athora, while the lower return on equity was largely driven by underperformance within private equity compared to 2023. The higher return on strategic origination platforms was mainly attributable to a Wheels valuation increase in 2024, as well as unfavorable performance from Aqua Finance in 2023 related to macroeconomic headwinds for consumer loan origination, partially offset by outsized performance from MidCap Financial in 2023.
Athene had total investments, including related parties and consolidated VIEs, of $307.6 billion and $259.2 billion as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. Athene’s investment strategy seeks to achieve sustainable risk-adjusted returns through the disciplined management of its investment portfolio against its long-duration liabilities, coupled with the diversification of risk. The investment strategies focus primarily on a buy and hold asset allocation strategy that may be adjusted periodically in response to changing market conditions and the nature of Athene’s liability profile. Athene takes advantage of its generally persistent liability profile by identifying investment opportunities with an emphasis on earning incremental yield by taking measured liquidity and complexity risk rather than assuming incremental credit risk. Athene has selected a diverse array of primarily high-grade fixed income assets including corporate bonds, structured securities and commercial and residential real estate loans, among others. Athene also maintains holdings in floating rate and less rate-sensitive instruments, including CLOs, non-agency RMBS and various types of structured products. In addition to its fixed income portfolio, Athene opportunistically allocates approximately 5% of its portfolio to alternative investments where it primarily focuses on fixed income-like, cash flow-based investments.
The following table presents the carrying values of Athene’s total investments, including related parties and consolidated VIEs:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Carrying Value
Percentage of Total
Carrying Value
Percentage of Total
AFS securities, at fair value
U.S. government and agencies
$
6,761
2.2
%
$
5,399
2.1
%
U.S. state, municipal and political subdivisions
977
0.3
%
1,046
0.4
%
Foreign governments
1,758
0.6
%
1,899
0.7
%
Corporate
87,610
28.5
%
78,246
30.2
%
CLO
27,610
9.0
%
20,207
7.8
%
ABS
22,470
7.3
%
13,383
5.2
%
CMBS
9,364
3.0
%
6,591
2.5
%
RMBS
8,135
2.6
%
7,567
2.9
%
Total AFS securities, at fair value
164,685
53.5
%
134,338
51.8
%
Trading securities, at fair value
1,684
0.6
%
1,706
0.7
%
Equity securities
1,292
0.4
%
1,293
0.5
%
Mortgage loans, at fair value
58,587
19.1
%
44,115
17.0
%
Investment funds
107
—
%
109
0.1
%
Policy loans
320
0.1
%
334
0.1
%
Funds withheld at interest
21,231
6.9
%
24,359
9.4
%
Derivative assets
7,529
2.4
%
5,298
2.1
%
Short-term investments
614
0.2
%
341
0.1
%
Other investments
1,727
0.6
%
1,206
0.5
%
Total investments
257,776
83.8
%
213,099
82.3
%
Investments in related parties
AFS securities, at fair value
Corporate
1,279
0.4
%
1,352
0.5
%
CLO
5,780
1.9
%
4,268
1.7
%
ABS
10,503
3.4
%
8,389
3.2
%
Total AFS securities, at fair value
17,562
5.7
%
14,009
5.4
%
Trading securities, at fair value
619
0.2
%
838
0.3
%
Equity securities, at fair value
257
0.1
%
318
0.1
%
Mortgage loans, at fair value
1,345
0.4
%
1,281
0.5
%
Investment funds
1,604
0.5
%
1,632
0.6
%
Funds withheld at interest
5,444
1.8
%
6,474
2.5
%
Short-term investments
812
0.3
%
947
0.4
%
Other investments, at fair value
348
0.1
%
343
0.1
%
Total related party investments
27,991
9.1
%
25,842
9.9
%
Total investments, including related parties
285,767
92.9
%
238,941
92.2
%
Investments of consolidated VIEs
Trading securities, at fair value
2,379
0.8
%
2,136
0.8
%
Mortgage loans, at fair value
2,226
0.7
%
2,173
0.8
%
Investment funds, at fair value
17,028
5.5
%
15,820
6.2
%
Other investments, at fair value
159
0.1
%
103
—
%
Total investments of consolidated VIEs
21,792
7.1
%
20,232
7.8
%
Total investments, including related parties and consolidated VIEs
$
307,559
100.0
%
$
259,173
100.0
%
The $48.4 billion increase in Athene’s total investments, including related parties and consolidated VIEs, as of September 30, 2024compared to December 31, 2023 was primarily driven by significant growth from gross organic inflows of $56.8 billion in excess of gross liability outflows of $26.3 billion, unrealized gains on AFS securities during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 of $3.8 billion, as well as unrealized gains on mortgage loans and reinsurance assets attributable to a decrease in U.S. Treasury rates and credit spread tightening in 2024, and an increase in derivative assets primarily related to the impact of
favorable equity market performance in 2024 on Athene’s call options. Additionally, total investments, including related parties and consolidated VIEs, increased due to the issuance of debt in the first quarter of 2024, reinvestment of earnings and an increase in VIE investment funds attributable to favorable performance of the underlying assets within AAA in 2024 and net contributions from third-party investors into AAA, partially offset by Athene’s distribution of certain investments to AGM as a dividend.
Athene’s investment portfolio consists largely of high quality fixed maturity securities, loans and short-term investments, as well as additional opportunistic holdings in investment funds and other instruments, including equity holdings. Fixed maturity securities and loans include publicly issued corporate bonds, government and other sovereign bonds, privately placed corporate bonds and loans, mortgage loans, CMBS, RMBS, CLOs and ABS. A significant majority of Athene’s AFS portfolio, 97.1% and 96.5% as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, was invested in assets considered investment grade with an NAIC designation of 1 or 2.
Athene invests a portion of its investment portfolio in mortgage loans, which are generally comprised of high quality commercial first lien and mezzanine real estate loans. Athene has acquired mortgage loans through acquisitions and reinsurance arrangements, as well as through an active program to invest in new mortgage loans. It invests in CMLs on income producing properties including hotels, apartments, retail and office buildings, and other commercial and industrial properties. Athene’s RML portfolio primarily consists of first lien RMLs collateralized by properties located in the U.S.
Funds withheld at interest represent a receivable for amounts contractually withheld by ceding companies in accordance with modco and funds withheld reinsurance agreements in which Athene acts as the reinsurer. Generally, assets equal to statutory reserves are withheld and legally owned by the ceding company.
While the substantial majority of Athene’s investment portfolio has been allocated to corporate bonds and structured credit products, a key component of Athene’s investment strategy is the opportunistic acquisition of investment funds with attractive risk and return profiles. Athene’s investment fund portfolio consists of funds or similar equity structures that employ various strategies including equity and credit funds. Athene has a strong preference for alternative investments that have some or all of the following characteristics, among others: (1) investments that constitute a direct investment or an investment in a fund with a high degree of co-investment; (2) investments with credit- or debt-like characteristics (for example, a stipulated maturity and par value), or alternatively, investments with reduced volatility when compared to pure equity; or (3) investments that Athene believes have less downside risk.
Athene holds derivatives for economic hedging purposes to reduce its exposure to the cash flow variability of assets and liabilities, equity market risk, foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Athene’s primary use of derivative instruments relates to providing the income needed to fund the annual index credits on its FIA products. Athene primarily uses fixed indexed options to economically hedge indexed annuity products that guarantee the return of principal to the policyholder and credit interest based on a percentage of the gain in a specific market index. Athene also uses derivative instruments, such as forward contracts and swaps, to hedge foreign currency exposure resulting from foreign denominated assets and liabilities and to help manage its net floating rate position.
The following summarizes Athene’s net invested assets:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
(In millions, except percentages)
Net Invested Asset Value1
Percentage of Total
Net Invested Asset Value1
Percentage of Total
Corporate
$
86,751
35.7
%
$
82,883
38.1
%
CLO
25,200
10.4
%
20,538
9.4
%
Credit
111,951
46.1
%
103,421
47.5
%
CML
27,928
11.5
%
25,977
11.9
%
RML
25,144
10.4
%
18,021
8.3
%
RMBS
7,768
3.2
%
7,795
3.6
%
CMBS
7,436
3.1
%
5,580
2.6
%
Real estate
68,276
28.2
%
57,373
26.4
%
ABS
28,572
11.8
%
22,202
10.2
%
Alternative investments
11,356
4.7
%
11,659
5.4
%
State, municipal, political subdivisions and foreign government
3,259
1.3
%
3,384
1.5
%
Equity securities
2,095
0.9
%
1,727
0.8
%
Short-term investments
1,256
0.5
%
1,048
0.5
%
U.S. government and agencies
4,955
2.0
%
4,052
1.9
%
Other investments
51,493
21.2
%
44,072
20.3
%
Cash and cash equivalents
8,354
3.4
%
10,467
4.8
%
Policy loans and other
2,589
1.1
%
2,094
1.0
%
Net invested assets
$
242,663
100.0
%
$
217,427
100.0
%
1 See “Managing Business Performance - Key Segment and Non-U.S. GAAP Performance Measures” for the definition of net invested assets.
Athene’s net invested assets were $242.7 billion and $217.4 billion as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. The increase in net invested assets was primarily driven by growth from net organic inflows of $40.1 billion in excess of net liability outflows of $21.6 billion, reinvestment of earnings and the issuance of debt in the first quarter of 2024, partially offset by the distribution of certain investments to AGM as a dividend and a decrease in short-term repurchase agreements outstanding in 2024.
In managing its business, Athene utilizes net invested assets as presented in the above table. Net invested assets do not correspond to Athene’s total investments, including related parties, on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition, as discussed previously in “Managing Business Performance - Key Segment and Non-U.S. GAAP Performance Measures”. Net invested assets represent Athene’s investments that directly back its net reserve liabilities and surplus assets. Athene believes this view of its portfolio provides a view of the assets for which it has economic exposure. Athene adjusts the presentation for assumed and ceded reinsurance transactions to include or exclude the underlying investments based upon the contractual transfer of economic exposure to such underlying investments. Athene also adjusts for VIEs to show the net investment in the funds, which are included in the alternative investments line above as well as adjusting for the allowance for credit losses. Net invested assets include Athene’s proportionate share of ACRA investments, based on its economic ownership, but exclude the proportionate share of investments associated with the non-controlling interests.
Net invested assets is utilized by management to evaluate Athene’s investment portfolio. Net invested assets is used in the computation of net investment earned rate, which allows Athene to analyze the profitability of its investment portfolio. Net invested assets is also used in Athene’s risk management processes for asset purchases, product design and underwriting, stress scenarios, liquidity and ALM.
The following table presents Principal Investing Income, the performance measure of our Principal Investing segment.
Three months ended September 30,
Total Change
Percentage Change
Nine months ended September 30,
Total Change
Percentage Change
(In millions, except percentages)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Principal Investing:
Realized performance fees
$
331
$
132
$
199
150.8%
$
600
$
473
$
127
26.8%
Realized investment income (loss)
17
5
12
240.0
42
35
7
20.0
Principal investing compensation
(253)
(119)
134
112.6
(464)
(434)
30
6.9
Other operating expenses
(17)
(14)
3
21.4
(46)
(42)
4
9.5
Principal Investing Income (PII)
$
78
$
4
$
74
NM
$
132
$
32
$
100
NM
As described in “Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—General”, earnings from our Principal Investing segment are inherently more volatile in nature than earnings from our Asset Management segment due to the intrinsic cyclical nature of performance fees, one of the key drivers of PII performance.
Three Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the three months ended September 30, 2023.
PII was $78 million in 2024, an increase of $74 million, as compared to $4 million in 2023. This increase was primarily attributable to an increase in realized performance fees of $199 million, partially offset by an increase in principal investing compensation expense of $134 million.
The increase in realized performance fees of $199 million in 2024 was primarily due to an increase in realized performance fees generated from Fund IX and Freedom Parent Holdings, partially offset by a decrease in realized performance fees earned from EPF III.
Principal investing compensation of $253 million in 2024 increased $134 million, as compared to $119 million in 2023. The increase in 2024 was primarily due to an increase in profit sharing expense corresponding to the increase in realized performance fees. In any period, the blended profit sharing percentage is impacted by the respective profit sharing ratios of the funds generating performance allocations in the period. The increase in 2024 was also due to an increase in profit sharing expense attributable to the Company’s incentive pool, a compensation program through which certain employees are allocated discretionary compensation based on realized performance fees in a given year, and is included within principal investing compensation. The incentive pool is separate from the fund related profit sharing expense and may result in greater variability in compensation and have a variable impact on the blended profit sharing percentage during a particular period.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 Compared to Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
In this section, references to 2024 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and references to 2023 refer to the nine months ended September 30, 2023.
PII was $132 million in 2024, an increase of $100 million, as compared to $32 million in 2023. This increase was primarily attributable to an increase in realized performance fees of $127 million in 2024, partially offset by an increase in principal investing compensation expense of $30 million.
The increase in realized performance fees of $127 million in 2024 was primarily driven by an increase in realized performance fees generated from Fund IX and Freedom Parent Holdings, partially offset by a decrease in realized performance fees earned from Fund VIII and Hybrid Value Fund.
Principal investing compensation of $464 million in 2024 increased $30 million, as compared to $434 million in 2023. The increase in 2024 was primarily due to an increase in profit sharing expense corresponding to the increase in realized performance fees, partially offset by a decrease in profit sharing expense attributable to the Company’s incentive pool and a clawback related to previously recorded profit sharing expense.
The Historical Investment Performance of Our Funds
Below we present information relating to the historical performance of the funds we manage, including certain legacy Apollo funds that do not have a meaningful amount of unrealized investments, and in respect of which the general partner interest has not been contributed to us.
When considering the data presented below, you should note that the historical results of funds we manage are not indicative of the future results that you should expect from such funds, from any future funds we may raise or from your investment in our common stock.
An investment in our common stock is not an investment in any of the Apollo managed funds, and the assets and revenues of the funds we manage are not directly available to us. The historical and potential future returns of the funds we manage are not directly linked to returns on our common stock. Therefore, you should not conclude that continued positive performance of the funds we manage will necessarily result in positive returns on an investment in our common stock. However, poor performance of the funds that we manage would cause a decline in our revenue from such funds, and would therefore have a negative effect on our performance and in all likelihood the value of our common stock.
Moreover, the historical returns of funds we manage should not be considered indicative of the future results you should expect from such funds or from any future funds we may raise. There can be no assurance that any Apollo fund will continue to achieve the same results in the future.
Finally, our private equity IRRs have historically varied greatly from fund to fund. For example, Fund VI generated a 12% gross IRR and a 9% net IRR since its inception through September 30, 2024, while Fund V generated a 61% gross IRR and a 44% net IRR since its inception through its liquidation in 2023. Accordingly, the IRR going forward for any current or future fund may vary considerably from the historical IRR generated by any particular fund, or for our private equity funds as a whole. Future returns will also be affected by the applicable risks, including risks of the industries and businesses in which a particular fund invests. See “Item 1A. Risk Factors—Risks Relating to Our Asset Management Business—“Historical performance metrics are unreliable indicators of our current or future results of operations.” in the 2023 Annual Report.
The following table summarizes the investment record by strategy of Apollo’s significant commitment-based funds that have a defined maturity date in which investors make a commitment to provide capital at the formation of such funds and deliver capital when called as investment opportunities become available. All amounts are as of September 30, 2024, unless otherwise noted.
(In millions, except IRR)
Vintage Year
Total AUM
Committed Capital
Total Invested Capital
Realized Value
Remaining Cost
Unrealized Value
Total Value
Gross IRR
Net IRR
Credit:
Accord VI1
2024
$
1,868
$
1,701
$
261
$
72
$
243
$
238
$
310
35
%
20
%
Accord I, II, III, III B, IV & V1
Various
375
7,992
6,795
7,251
—
—
7,251
18
13
Accord+ II5
N/A
2,564
2,556
494
—
498
510
510
NM4
NM4
Accord+
2021
3,315
2,370
6,389
4,722
2,209
2,368
7,090
16
13
ADIP II
2024
6,598
6,016
2,473
—
2,473
2,719
2,719
NM4
NM4
ADIP I
2020
5,058
3,254
2,620
1,252
2,597
3,311
4,563
24
20
EPF IV
2023
3,169
3,064
954
285
715
910
1,195
19
11
EPF III
2017
3,068
4,500
5,005
4,212
1,980
2,052
6,264
10
5
Total Credit
$
26,015
$
31,453
$
24,991
$
17,794
$
10,715
$
12,108
$
29,902
Equity:
Fund X
2023
$
20,005
$
19,877
$
5,133
$
1,222
$
4,650
$
5,365
$
6,587
43
%
15
%
Fund IX
2018
31,932
24,729
21,462
13,834
15,239
24,827
38,661
28
19
Fund VIII
2013
7,762
18,377
16,541
23,022
4,710
4,572
27,594
13
9
Fund VII
2008
—
14,677
16,461
34,294
—
—
34,294
33
25
Fund VI
2006
367
10,136
12,457
21,136
405
—
21,136
12
9
Fund V
2001
—
3,742
5,192
12,724
—
—
12,724
61
44
Fund I, II, III, IV & MIA2
Various
9
7,320
8,753
17,400
—
—
17,400
39
26
Traditional Private Equity Funds3
$
60,075
$
98,858
$
85,999
$
123,632
$
25,004
$
34,764
$
158,396
39
24
AIOF III5
N/A
1,301
1,304
164
—
164
180
180
NM4
NM4
AIOF II
2021
2,717
2,542
1,943
736
1,421
1,756
2,492
16
10
AIOF I
2018
385
897
803
1,066
171
210
1,276
22
17
HVF II
2022
5,089
4,592
3,303
203
3,245
3,857
4,060
13
10
HVF I
2019
3,247
3,238
3,698
4,214
1,038
1,472
5,686
22
17
Total Equity
$
72,814
$
111,431
$
95,910
$
129,851
$
31,043
$
42,239
$
172,090
1 Accord funds have investment periods shorter than 24 months, therefore Gross and Net IRR are presented after 12 months of investing.
2 The general partners and managers of Funds I, II and MIA, as well as the general partner of Fund III, were excluded assets in connection with the reorganization of the Company that occurred in 2007. As a result, Apollo did not receive the economics associated with these entities. The investment performance of these funds, combined with Fund IV, is presented to illustrate fund performance associated with Apollo’s investment professionals.
3 Total IRR is calculated based on total cash flows for all funds presented.
4 Data has not been presented as the fund’s effective date is less than 24 months prior to the period indicated and such information was deemed not meaningful.
5 Vintage Year is not yet applicable as the fund has not had its final closing.
The following table summarizes the investment record for distressed investments made in our traditional private equity fund portfolios since the Company’s inception. All amounts are as of September 30, 2024.
(In millions, except percentages)
Total Invested Capital
Total Value
Gross IRR
Distressed for Control
$
8,532
$
19,670
29
%
Non-Control Distressed
6,306
12,340
71
Total
14,838
32,010
49
Corporate Carve-outs, Opportunistic Buyouts and Other Credit1
71,161
126,386
21
Total
$
85,999
$
158,396
39
%
1 Other Credit is defined as investments in debt securities of issuers other than portfolio companies that are not considered to be distressed.
The following tables provide additional detail on the composition of the Fund X, Fund IX and Fund VIII private equity portfolios based on investment strategy. Amounts for Fund I, II, III, IV, V, VI and VII are included in the table above but not presented below as their remaining value is less than $100 million, the fund has been liquidated or the fund commenced investing capital less than 24 months prior to September 30, 2024 and such information was deemed not meaningful. All amounts are as of September 30, 2024.
Fund X
(In millions)
Total Invested Capital
Total Value
Opportunistic Buyouts
$
4,848
$
5,544
Distressed1
285
1,043
Total
$
5,133
$
6,587
Fund IX
(In millions)
Total Invested Capital
Total Value
Corporate Carve-outs
$
5,538
$
11,601
Opportunistic Buyouts
14,665
23,364
Distressed1
1,259
3,696
Total
$
21,462
$
38,661
Fund VIII
(In millions)
Total Invested Capital
Total Value
Corporate Carve-outs
$
2,704
$
7,072
Opportunistic Buyouts
13,270
19,768
Distressed1
567
754
Total
$
16,541
$
27,594
1The distressed investment strategy includes distressed for control, non-control distressed and other credit. Other credit is defined as investments in debt securities of issuers other than portfolio companies that are not considered to be distressed.
The following table summarizes the investment record for the perpetual capital vehicles we manage, excluding Athene and Athora-related assets.
Total Returns1
(In millions)
IPO Year2
Total AUM
For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2024
For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
MidCap Financial3
N/A
$
12,474
5
%
5
%
13
%
16
%
MFIC4
2004
3,015
(5)
%
12
%
10
%
32
%
ADS5
N/A
12,414
3
%
4
%
9
%
13
%
ARI
2009
9,293
2
%
(7)
%
(9)
%
4
%
ADREF6
N/A
6,044
7
%
(3)
%
5
%
(6)
%
ADCF6
N/A
1,319
5
%
3
%
10
%
11
%
ARIS6
N/A
1,153
2
%
N/A
4
%
N/A
Other7
N/A
10,551
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Total
$
56,263
1 Total returns are based on the change in closing trading prices during the respective periods presented taking into account dividends and distributions, if any, as if they were reinvested without regard to commission.
2 An initial public offering (“IPO”) year represents the year in which the vehicle commenced trading on a national securities exchange.
3 MidCap Financial is not a publicly traded vehicle and therefore IPO year is not applicable. The returns presented are a gross return based on NAV. The net returns based on NAV were 4% and 4% for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The net returns based on NAV were 10% and 19% for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
4 AUM is presented on a three-month lag, as of June 30, 2024, based upon the availability of the information.
5 ADS is not a publicly traded vehicle and therefore IPO year is not applicable. AUM is as of June 30, 2024. The returns presented are net returns based on NAV.
6 ADREF, ADCF and ARIS are not publicly traded vehicles and therefore IPO years are not applicable. The returns presented are for its respective Class I shares and are net returns based on NAV.
7 Other includes, among others, AUM of $2.0 billion related to a publicly traded business development company from which Apollo earns investment-related service fees, but for which Apollo does not provide management or advisory services, as of June 30, 2024. Returns and IPO year are not provided for this AUM. Other also includes AUM of $6.9 billion related to third-party capital within AAA.
The table below sets forth a reconciliation of net income attributable to Apollo Global Management, Inc. common stockholders to Segment Income and Adjusted Net Income:
Three months ended September 30,
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
GAAP Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Apollo Global Management, Inc.
$
787
$
660
$
3,018
$
2,269
Preferred dividends
24
22
73
22
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests
958
(42)
1,620
637
GAAP Net Income (Loss)
$
1,769
$
640
$
4,711
$
2,928
Income tax provision (benefit)
317
243
1,000
697
GAAP Income (Loss) Before Income Tax Provision (Benefit)
$
2,086
$
883
$
5,711
$
3,625
Asset Management Adjustments:
Equity-based profit sharing expense and other1
41
62
180
186
Equity-based compensation
72
57
230
167
Transaction-related charges2
79
25
156
18
Merger-related transaction and integration costs3
9
5
24
17
(Gains) losses from change in tax receivable agreement liability
(35)
—
(34)
—
Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests in consolidated entities
(975)
28
(1,675)
(687)
Unrealized performance fees
141
(91)
(213)
(244)
Unrealized profit sharing expense
(65)
55
129
191
HoldCo interest and other financing costs4
21
36
51
77
Unrealized principal investment income (loss)
(4)
(27)
(14)
(66)
Unrealized net (gains) losses from investment activities and other5
(6)
30
23
50
Retirement Services Adjustments:
Investment (gains) losses, net of offsets
(628)
663
(482)
829
Non-operating change in insurance liabilities and related derivatives6
513
(431)
(363)
(600)
Integration, restructuring and other non-operating expenses
204
41
265
98
Equity-based compensation expense
12
13
36
42
Segment Income
1,465
1,349
4,024
3,703
HoldCo interest and other financing costs4
(21)
(36)
(51)
(77)
Taxes and related payables
(312)
(268)
(768)
(726)
Adjusted Net Income
$
1,132
$
1,045
$
3,205
$
2,900
1 Equity-based profit sharing expense and other includes certain profit sharing arrangements in which a portion of performance fees distributed to the general partner are required to be used by employees of Apollo to purchase restricted shares of common stock or is delivered in the form of RSUs, which are granted under the Equity Plan. Equity-based profit sharing expense and other also includes performance grants which are tied to the Company’s receipt of performance fees, within prescribed periods, sufficient to cover the associated equity-based compensation expense.
2 Transaction-related charges include contingent consideration, equity-based compensation charges and the amortization of intangible assets and certain other charges associated with acquisitions, and restructuring charges.
3 Merger-related transaction and integration costs includes advisory services, technology integration, equity-based compensation charges and other costs associated with the Mergers.
4 Represents interest and other financing costs related to AGM not attributable to any specific segment.
5 Nine months ended September 30, 2024 includes an accrual related to an estimated liability associated with a regulatory matter.
6 Includes the change in fair values of derivatives and embedded derivatives, non-operating change in funding agreements, change in fair value of market risk benefits, and non-operating change in liability for future policy benefits.
The table below sets forth a reconciliation of common stock outstanding to our Adjusted Net Income Shares Outstanding:
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Total GAAP Common Stock Outstanding
565,816,456
567,762,932
Non-GAAP Adjustments:
Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock1
14,531,793
15,564,983
Vested RSUs
18,201,439
22,072,379
Unvested RSUs Eligible for Dividend Equivalents
14,274,139
12,603,041
Adjusted Net Income Shares Outstanding
612,823,827
618,003,335
1 Reflects the number of shares of underlying common stock assumed to be issuable upon conversion of the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock during each period.
The table below sets forth a reconciliation of Athene’s total investments, including related parties, to net invested assets:
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Total investments, including related parties
$
285,767
$
238,941
Derivative assets
(7,529)
(5,298)
Cash and cash equivalents (including restricted cash)
14,551
14,781
Accrued investment income
2,695
1,933
Net receivable (payable) for collateral on derivatives
(4,194)
(2,835)
Reinsurance impacts
(4,284)
(572)
VIE assets, liabilities and non-controlling interests
16,032
14,818
Unrealized (gains) losses
11,674
16,445
Ceded policy loans
(167)
(174)
Net investment receivables (payables)
(291)
11
Allowance for credit losses
689
608
Other investments
(11)
(41)
Total adjustments to arrive at gross invested assets
29,165
39,676
Gross invested assets
314,932
278,617
ACRA non-controlling interests
(72,269)
(61,190)
Net invested assets
$
242,663
$
217,427
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Overview
The Company primarily derives revenues and cash flows from the assets it manages and the retirement savings products it issues, reinsures and acquires. Based on management’s experience, we believe that the Company’s current liquidity position, together with the cash generated from revenues will be sufficient to meet the Company’s anticipated expenses and other working capital needs for at least the next 12 months. For the longer-term liquidity needs of the asset management business, we expect to continue to fund the asset management business’ operations through management fees and performance fees received. The principal sources of liquidity for the retirement services business, in the ordinary course of business, are operating cash flows and holdings of cash, cash equivalents and other readily marketable assets.
AGM is a holding company whose primary source of cash flow is distributions from its subsidiaries, which are expected to be sufficient to fund cash flow requirements based on current estimates of future obligations. AGM’s primary liquidity needs include the cash-flow requirements relating to its corporate activities, including its day-to-day operations, common stock and preferred stock dividend payments and strategic transactions, such as acquisitions.
At September 30, 2024, the Company had $16.3 billion of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents, as well as $4.9 billion of available funds from the AMH credit facility, AHL credit facility, and AHL liquidity facility.
Over the next 12 months, we expect the Company’s primary liquidity needs will be to:
•support the future growth of Apollo’s businesses through strategic corporate investments;
•pay the Company’s operating expenses, including, compensation, general, administrative, and other expenses;
•make payments to policyholders for surrenders, withdrawals and payout benefits;
•make interest and principal payments on funding agreements;
•make payments to satisfy pension group annuity obligations and policy acquisition costs;
•make interest and principal payments on the Company’s debt;
•pay taxes and tax related payments;
•pay cash dividends;
•make payments related to the AOG Unit Payment;
•repurchase common stock; and
•make payments under the tax receivable agreement.
Over the long term, we believe we will be able to (i) grow Apollo’s Assets Under Management and generate positive investment performance in the funds we manage, which we expect will allow us to grow the Company’s management fees and performance fees and (ii) grow the investment portfolio of retirement services, in each case in amounts sufficient to cover our long-term liquidity requirements, which may include:
•supporting the future growth of our businesses;
•creating new or enhancing existing products and investment platforms;
•making payments to policyholders;
•pursuing new strategic corporate investment opportunities;
•paying interest and principal on the Company’s financing arrangements;
•repurchasing common stock;
•making payments under the tax receivable agreement; and
•paying cash dividends.
Cash Flow Analysis
The section below discusses in more detail the Company’s primary sources and uses of cash and the primary drivers of cash flows within the Company’s condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Operating Activities
$
3,257
$
4,258
Investing Activities
(45,551)
(27,719)
Financing Activities
42,227
26,758
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
3
2
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Cash Held at Consolidated Variable Interest Entities
The assets of our consolidated funds and VIEs, on a gross basis, could have a substantial effect on the accompanying statement of cash flows. Because our consolidated funds and VIEs are generally treated as investment companies for accounting purposes, their investing cash flow amounts are included in our cash flows from operating activities. The table below summarizes our condensed consolidated statements of cash flow by activity attributable to the Company and to our consolidated funds and VIEs.
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
2023
Net cash provided by the Company's operating activities
$
3,122
$
5,080
Net cash provided by (used in) the Consolidated Funds and VIEs operating activities
135
(822)
Net cash provided by operating activities
3,257
4,258
Net cash used in the Company's investing activities
(44,049)
(26,294)
Net cash used in the Consolidated Funds and VIEs investing activities
(1,502)
(1,425)
Net cash used in investing activities
(45,551)
(27,719)
Net cash provided by the Company's financing activities
40,583
25,963
Net cash provided by the Consolidated Funds and VIEs financing activities
1,644
795
Net cash provided by financing activities
$
42,227
$
26,758
Operating Activities
The Company’s operating activities support its Asset Management, Retirement Services and Principal Investing activities. The primary sources of cash within operating activities include: (a) management fees, (b) advisory and transaction fees, (c) realized performance revenues, (d) realized principal investment income, (e) investment sales from our consolidated funds and VIEs, (f) net investment income, (g) annuity considerations and (h) insurance premiums. The primary uses of cash within operating activities include: (a) compensation and non-compensation related expenses, (b) interest and taxes, (c) investment purchases from our consolidated funds and VIEs, (d) benefit payments and (e) other operating expenses.
•During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, cash provided by operating activities reflects cash inflows of management fees, advisory and transaction fees, realized performance revenues, realized principal investment income and net investment income, partially offset by pension group annuity benefit payments, net of cash inflows, and cash paid for interest on funding agreements, policy acquisition costs and other operating expenses. Net cash provided by operating activities includes net cash provided by our consolidated funds and VIEs, which primarily includes proceeds from the sale of VIE investments, partially offset by net payments for purchases of VIE investments.
•During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, cash provided by operating activities reflects cash inflows of management fees, advisory and transaction fees, realized performance revenues, realized principal investment income, cash received from pension group annuity premiums, net of outflows, and net investment income, partially offset by cash paid for policy acquisition and other operating expenses. Net cash provided by operating activities includes net cash used in our consolidated funds and VIEs, which primarily includes net proceeds from the sale of VIEs’ investments, offset by purchases of VIEs’ investments.
Investing Activities
The Company’s investing activities support the growth of its business. The primary sources of cash within investing activities include: (a) distributions from investments and (b) sales, maturities and repayments of investments. The primary uses of cash within investing activities include: (a) capital expenditures, (b) purchases and acquisitions of new investments, including purchases of U.S. Treasury securities and (c) equity method investments in the funds we manage.
•During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, cash used in investing activities primarily reflects the purchase of investments, mainly AFS and mortgage loans, due to the deployment of significant cash inflows from Athene’s organic growth, partially offset by the sales, maturities and repayments of investments.
•During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, cash used in investing activities primarily reflects the purchase of investments due to the deployment of significant cash inflows from Athene’s organic growth, partially offset by the sales, maturities and repayments of investments.
The Company’s financing activities reflect its capital market transactions and transactions with equity holders. The primary sources of cash within financing activities includes: (a) proceeds from debt and preferred equity issuances, (b) inflows on Athene’s investment-type policies and contracts, (c) changes of cash collateral for derivative transactions posted by counterparties, (d) capital contributions, and (e) proceeds from other borrowing activities. The primary uses of cash within financing activities include: (a) dividends, (b) payments under the tax receivable agreement, (c) share repurchases, (d) cash paid to settle tax withholding obligations in connection with net share settlements of equity-based awards, (e) repayments of debt, (f) withdrawals on Athene’s investment-type policies and contracts, (g) changes of cash collateral for derivative transactions posted by counterparties and (h) capital distributions.
•During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, cash provided by financing activities primarily reflects cash received from strong organic retail and funding agreement inflows, net of cash outflows, net capital contributions from non-controlling interests, a favorable change in cash collateral posted by counterparties for derivative transactions related to the favorable equity market performance in 2024 and issuances of debt by our subsidiary, partially offset by the repayment of debt and repurchase obligations as well as payment of common and preferred stock dividends. Cash provided by financing activities of our consolidated funds and VIEs primarily includes proceeds from the issuance of debt and contributions from non-controlling interests, partially offset by repayment of debt and distributions to non-controlling interests.
•During the nine months ended September 30, 2023, cash provided by financing activities primarily reflects cash received from the strong organic inflows from retail, flow reinsurance and funding agreements, net of outflows, net capital contributions from non-controlling interests, a favorable change in cash collateral posted for derivative transactions related to the favorable equity market performance in 2023, and issuances of the 2053 Subordinated Notes and Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, partially offset by the redemption of the AAM Series A Preferred Stock and the AAM Series B Preferred Stock, the payment of stock dividends, and distribution to redeemable non-controlling interest. Cash provided by financing activities of our consolidated funds and VIEs primarily includes proceeds from the issuance of debt, offset by payments for borrowings under repurchase agreements.
Contractual Obligations, Commitments and Contingencies
For a summary and a description of the nature of the Company’s commitments, contingencies and contractual obligations, see note 16 to the condensed consolidated financial statements and “—Contractual Obligations, Commitments and Contingencies.” The Company’s commitments are primarily fulfilled through cash flows from operations and financing activities.
Consolidated Funds and VIEs
The Company manages its liquidity needs by evaluating unconsolidated cash flows; however, the Company’s financial statements reflect the financial position of Apollo as well as Apollo’s consolidated funds and VIEs (including previously consolidated SPACs). The primary sources and uses of cash at Apollo’s consolidated funds and VIEs include: (a) raising capital from their investors, which have been reflected historically as non-controlling interests of the consolidated subsidiaries in our financial statements, (b) using capital to make investments, (c) generating cash flows from operations through distributions, interest and the realization of investments, (d) distributing cash flow to investors, and (e) issuing debt to finance investments (CLOs).
Dividends and Distributions
For information regarding the quarterly dividends that were made to common stockholders and distribution equivalents on participating securities, see note 13 to the condensed consolidated financial statements. Although the Company currently expects to pay dividends, we may not pay dividends if, among other things, we do not have the cash necessary to pay the dividends. To the extent we do not have cash on hand sufficient to pay dividends, we may have to borrow funds to pay dividends, or we may determine not to pay dividends. The declaration, payment and determination of the amount of our dividends are at the sole discretion of the AGM board of directors.
Because AGM is a holding company, the primary source of funds for AGM’s dividends is distributions from its operating subsidiaries, AAM and AHL, which are expected to be adequate to fund AGM’s dividends and other cash flow requirements based on current estimates of future obligations. The ability of these operating subsidiaries to make distributions to AGM will
depend on satisfying applicable law with respect to such distributions, including surplus and minimum solvency requirements among others, as well as making prior distributions on AHL outstanding preferred stock. Moreover, the ability of AAM and AHL to receive distributions from their own respective subsidiaries will continue to depend on applicable law with respect to such distributions.
On November 5, 2024, AGM declared a cash dividend of $0.4625 per share of its common stock, which will be paid on November 29, 2024 to holders of record at the close of business on November 18, 2024.
On November 5, 2024, the Company also declared and set aside a cash dividend of $0.8438 per share of its Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, which will be paid on January 31, 2025 to holders of record at the close of business on January 15, 2025.
Repurchase of Securities
Share Repurchase Program
For information regarding the Company’s share repurchase program, see note 13 to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
Repurchase of Other Securities
We may from time to time seek to retire or purchase our other outstanding debt or equity securities through cash purchases and/or exchanges for other securities, purchases in the open market, privately negotiated transactions or otherwise. Any such repurchases will be dependent upon several factors, including our liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions, general market conditions and applicable regulatory, legal and accounting factors. Whether or not we repurchase any of our other securities and the size and timing of any such repurchases will be determined at our discretion.
Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock
On August 11, 2023, the Company issued 28,750,000 shares, or $1.4 billion aggregate liquidation preference, of its 6.75% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock. There were 28,749,765 shares of Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2024. See note 13 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further details.
Asset Management Liquidity
Our asset management business requires limited capital resources to support the working capital or operating needs of the business. For the asset management business’ longer-term liquidity needs, we expect to continue to fund the asset management business’ operations through management fees and performance fees received. Liquidity needs are also met (to a limited extent) through proceeds from borrowings and equity issuances as described in notes 11 and 13 to the condensed consolidated financial statements, respectively. From time to time, if the Company determines that market conditions are favorable after taking into account our liquidity requirements, we may seek to raise proceeds through the issuance of additional debt or equity instruments. AGM has a registration statement on Form S-3 to provide it with access to the capital markets, subject to market conditions and other factors.
At September 30, 2024, the asset management business had $2.7 billion of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents, as well as $1.0 billion of available funds from the AMH credit facility.
Future Debt Obligations
The asset management business had long-term debt of $4.1 billion at September 30, 2024, which includes notes with maturities in 2026, 2029, 2030, 2033, 2048, 2050, 2053 and 2054. Additionally, during the fourth quarter of 2024, AGM issued $500 million of 6.000% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due December 15, 2054. See note 11 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the asset management business’ debt arrangements.
Our ability to execute our business strategy, particularly our ability to increase our AUM, depends on our ability to establish new funds and to raise additional investor capital within such funds. Our liquidity will depend on a number of factors, such as our ability to project our financial performance, which is highly dependent on the funds we manage and our ability to manage our projected costs, fund performance, access to credit facilities, compliance with existing credit agreements, as well as industry and market trends. Also during economic downturns the funds we manage might experience cash flow issues or liquidate entirely. In these situations we might be asked to reduce or eliminate the management fee and performance fees we charge, which could adversely impact our cash flow in the future.
An increase in the fair value of the investments of the funds we manage, by contrast, could favorably impact our liquidity through higher management fees where the management fees are calculated based on the net asset value, gross assets or adjusted assets. Additionally, higher performance fees not yet realized would generally result when investments appreciate over their cost basis which would not have an impact on the asset management business’ cash flow until realized.
Consideration of Financing Arrangements
As noted above, in limited circumstances, the asset management business may issue debt or equity to supplement its liquidity. The decision to enter into a particular financing arrangement is made after careful consideration of various factors, including the asset management business’ cash flows from operations, future cash needs, current sources of liquidity, demand for the asset management business’ debt or equity, and prevailing interest rates.
Revolver Facility
Under the AMH credit facility, AMH may borrow in an aggregate amount not to exceed $1.0 billion and may incur incremental facilities in an aggregate amount not to exceed $250 million plus additional amounts so long as AMH is in compliance with a net leverage ratio not to exceed 4.00 to 1.00. Borrowings under the AMH credit facility may be used for working capital and general corporate purposes, including without limitation, permitted acquisitions. The AMH credit facility has a final maturity date of October 12, 2027.
Tax Receivable Agreement
The tax receivable agreement provides for the payment to the Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners of 85% of the amount of cash savings, if any, in U.S. federal, state, local and foreign income taxes that AGM and its subsidiaries realize subject to the agreement. For more information regarding the tax receivable agreement, see note 15 to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
AOG Unit Payment
On December 31, 2021, holders of AOG Units (other than Athene and Apollo) sold and transferred a portion of such AOG Units to a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, in exchange for an amount equal to $3.66 multiplied by the total number of AOG Units held by such holders immediately prior to such transaction (such payment, the “AOG Unit Payment”). The remainder of the AOG Units held by such holders were exchanged for shares of AGM common stock concurrently with the consummation of the Mergers on January 1, 2022.
As of September 30, 2024, the outstanding AOG Unit Payment amount was $44 million, payable in equal quarterly installments through December 31, 2024. See note 15 for more information.
Athora
Athora is a strategic liabilities platform that acquires and reinsures traditional closed life insurance policies and provides capital and reinsurance solutions to insurers in Europe. In 2017, an AAM subsidiary made a €125 million commitment to Athora, which was fully drawn as of April 2020. An AAM subsidiary committed an incremental €58 million in 2020 to purchase new equity interests. Additionally, in 2021, an AAM subsidiary acquired approximately €21.9 million of new equity interests in Athora.
In December 2021, an AAM subsidiary committed an additional €250 million to purchase new equity interests to support Athora’s ongoing growth initiatives, of which €180 million was drawn as of September 30, 2024.
An AAM subsidiary and Athene are minority investors in Athora with a long-term strategic relationship. Through its share ownership, the AAM subsidiary has approximately 19.9% of the total voting power in Athora, and Athene holds shares in Athora representing 10% of the total voting power in Athora. In addition, Athora shares held by funds and other accounts managed by Apollo represent, in the aggregate, approximately 15.1% of the total voting power in Athora.
Fund Escrow
As of September 30, 2024, the remaining investments and escrow cash of Fund VIII was valued at 90% of the fund’s unreturned capital, which was below the required escrow ratio of 115%. As a result, the fund is required to place in escrow current and future performance fee distributions to the general partner until the specified return ratio of 115% is met (at the time of a future distribution) or upon liquidation. Realized performance fees currently distributed to the general partner are limited to potential tax distributions and interest on escrow balances per the fund’s partnership agreement.
Clawback
Performance fees from certain of the funds we manage are subject to contingent repayment by the general partner in the event of future losses to the extent that the cumulative performance fees distributed from inception to date exceeds the amount computed as due to the general partner at the final distribution. See “—Overview of Results of Operations—Performance Fees” for the maximum performance fees subject to potential reversal by each fund.
Indemnification Liability
The asset management business recorded an indemnification liability in the event that the Former Managing Partners, Contributing Partners and certain investment professionals are required to pay amounts in connection with a general partner obligation to return previously distributed performance fees. See note 15 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the asset management business’ indemnification liability.
Retirement Services Liquidity
There are two forms of liquidity relevant to our retirement services business: funding liquidity and balance sheet liquidity. Funding liquidity relates to the ability to fund operations. Balance sheet liquidity relates to the ability to liquidate or rebalance Athene’s balance sheet without incurring significant costs from fees, bid-offer spreads, or market impact. Athene manages its liquidity position by matching projected cash demands with adequate sources of cash and other liquid assets. The principal sources of liquidity for our retirement services business, in the ordinary course of business, are operating cash flows and holdings of cash, cash equivalents and other readily marketable assets.
Athene’s investment portfolio is structured to ensure a strong liquidity position over time to permit timely payment of policy and contract benefits without requiring asset sales at inopportune times or at depressed prices. In general, liquid assets include cash and cash equivalents, highly rated bonds, short-term investments, unaffiliated preferred stock and public common stock, all of which generally have liquid markets with a large number of buyers, but excludes pledged assets, mainly associated with funding agreement and repurchase agreement liabilities. Assets included in modified coinsurance and funds withheld portfolios, including assets held in reinsurance trusts, are available to fund the benefits for the associated obligations but are restricted from other uses. Although the investment portfolio of our retirement services business does contain assets that are generally considered illiquid for liquidity monitoring purposes (primarily mortgage loans, policy loans, real estate, investment funds and affiliated common stock), there is some ability to raise cash from these assets if needed. Athene has access to additional liquidity through its AHL credit facility and AHL liquidity facility. The AHL credit facility has a borrowing capacity of $1.25 billion, subject to being increased up to $1.75 billion in total on the terms described in the AHL credit facility. The AHL credit facility has a commitment termination date of June 30, 2028, subject to up to two one-year extensions, and was undrawn as of September 30, 2024. Athene entered into a new AHL liquidity facility on June 28, 2024, which replaced its previous agreement dated as of June 30, 2023. The AHL liquidity facility has a borrowing capacity of $2.6 billion, subject to being increased up to $3.1 billion in total on the terms described in the AHL liquidity facility. The AHL liquidity facility has a commitment termination date of June 27, 2025, subject to additional 364-day extensions, and was undrawn as of September 30, 2024. Athene also has access to $2.0 billion of committed repurchase facilities. Athene has a registration statement on Form S-3 to provide it with access to the capital markets, subject to market conditions and other factors. Athene is also the counterparty to
repurchase agreements with several different financial institutions, pursuant to which it may obtain short-term liquidity, to the extent available. In addition, through Athene’s membership in the FHLB, it is eligible to borrow under variable rate short-term federal funds arrangements to provide additional liquidity.
Athene proactively manages its liquidity position to meet cash needs while minimizing adverse impacts on investment returns. Athene analyzes its cash-flow liquidity over the upcoming 12 months by modeling potential demands on liquidity under a variety of scenarios, taking into account the provisions of its policies and contracts in force, its cash flow position, and the volume of cash and readily marketable securities in its portfolio.
Liquidity risk is monitored, managed and mitigated through a number of stress tests and analyses to assess Athene’s ability to meet its cash flow requirements, as well as the ability of its reinsurance and insurance subsidiaries to meet their collateral obligations, under various stress scenarios. Athene further seeks to mitigate liquidity risk by maintaining access to alternative, external sources of liquidity.
Insurance Subsidiaries’ Operating Liquidity
The primary cash flow sources for Athene’s insurance subsidiaries include retirement services product inflows (premiums and deposits), investment income, principal repayments on its investments, net transfers from separate accounts and financial product inflows. Uses of cash include investment purchases, payments to policyholders for surrenders, withdrawals and payout benefits, interest and principal payments on funding agreements and outstanding debt, payments to satisfy pension group annuity obligations, policy acquisition and general operating costs and payment of cash dividends.
Athene’s policyholder obligations are generally long-term in nature. However, policyholders may elect to withdraw some, or all, of their account value in amounts that exceed Athene’s estimates and assumptions over the life of an annuity contract. Athene includes provisions within its annuity policies, such as surrender charges and market value adjustments (“MVA”), which are intended to protect it from early withdrawals. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, approximately 81% and 79%, respectively, of Athene’s deferred annuity liabilities were subject to penalty upon surrender. In addition, as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, approximately 66% and 64%, respectively, of policies contained MVAs that may also have the effect of limiting early withdrawals if interest rates increase but may encourage early withdrawals by effectively subsidizing a portion of surrender charges when interest rates decrease. As of September 30, 2024, approximately 32% of Athene’s net reserve liabilities were generally non-surrenderable, including buy-out pension group annuities other than those that can be withdrawn as lump sums, funding agreements and payout annuities, while 54% were subject to penalty upon surrender.
Membership in Federal Home Loan Bank
Through its membership in the FHLB, Athene is eligible to borrow under variable rate short-term federal funds arrangements to provide additional liquidity. The borrowings must be secured by eligible collateral such as mortgage loans, eligible CMBS or RMBS, government or agency securities and guaranteed loans. As of each of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene had no outstanding borrowings under these arrangements.
Athene has issued funding agreements to the FHLB. These funding agreements were issued in an investment spread strategy, consistent with other investment spread operations. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Athene had funding agreements outstanding with the FHLB in the aggregate principal amount of $13.0 billion and $6.5 billion, respectively.
The maximum FHLB indebtedness by a member is determined by the amount of collateral pledged and cannot exceed a specified percentage of the member’s total statutory assets dependent on the internal credit rating assigned to the member by the FHLB. As of September 30, 2024, Athene’s total maximum borrowing capacity under the FHLB facilities was limited to $53.1 billion. However, Athene’s ability to borrow under the facilities is constrained by the availability of assets that qualify as eligible collateral under the facilities and certain other limitations. Considering these limitations, as of September 30, 2024, Athene had the ability to draw up to an estimated $16.2 billion, inclusive of borrowings then outstanding. This estimate is based on Athene’s internal analysis and assumptions and may not accurately measure collateral which is ultimately acceptable to the FHLB.
Athene engages in repurchase transactions whereby it sells fixed income securities to third parties, primarily major brokerage firms or commercial banks, with a concurrent agreement to repurchase such securities at a determined future date. Athene requires that, at all times during the term of the repurchase agreements, it maintains sufficient cash or other liquid assets sufficient to allow it to fund substantially all of the repurchase price. Proceeds received from the sale of securities pursuant to these arrangements are generally invested in short-term investments or maintained in cash, with the offsetting obligation to repurchase the security included within payables for collateral on derivatives and securities to repurchase on the condensed consolidated statements of financial condition. As per the terms of the repurchase agreements, Athene monitors the market value of the securities sold and may be required to deliver additional collateral (which may be in the form of cash or additional securities) to the extent that the value of the securities sold decreases prior to the repurchase date.
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the payables for repurchase agreements were $2.7 billion and $3.9 billion, respectively, while the fair value of securities and collateral held by counterparties backing the repurchase agreements was $2.8 billion and $4.1 billion, respectively. As of September 30, 2024, payables for repurchase agreements, based on original issuance, were comprised of no short-term and $2.7 billion long-term repurchase agreements. As of December 31, 2023, payables for repurchase agreements, based on original issuance, were comprised of $686 million short-term and $3.2 billion long-term repurchase agreements.
Dividends from Insurance Subsidiaries
AHL is a holding company whose primary liquidity needs include the cash-flow requirements relating to its corporate activities, including its day-to-day operations, debt servicing, preferred and common stock dividend payments and strategic transactions, such as acquisitions. The primary source of AHL’s cash flow is dividends from its subsidiaries, which are expected to be adequate to fund cash flow requirements based on current estimates of future obligations.
The ability of AHL’s insurance subsidiaries to pay dividends is limited by applicable laws and regulations of the jurisdictions where the subsidiaries are domiciled, as well as agreements entered into with regulators. These laws and regulations require, among other things, the insurance subsidiaries to maintain minimum solvency requirements and limit the amount of dividends these subsidiaries can pay.
Subject to these limitations and prior notification to the appropriate regulatory agency, Athene’s U.S. insurance subsidiaries are permitted to pay ordinary dividends based on calculations specified under insurance laws of the relevant state of domicile. Any distributions above the amount permitted by statute in any twelve-month period are considered to be extraordinary dividends, and require the approval of the appropriate regulator prior to payment. AHL does not currently plan on having the U.S. subsidiaries pay any dividends to their parents.
Dividends from AHL’s subsidiaries are projected to be the primary source of AHL’s liquidity. Under the Bermuda Insurance Act, each of Athene’s Bermuda insurance subsidiaries is prohibited from paying a dividend in an amount exceeding 25% of the prior year’s statutory capital and surplus, unless at least two members of the board of directors of the Bermuda insurance subsidiary and its principal representative in Bermuda sign and submit to the BMA an affidavit attesting that a dividend in excess of this amount would not cause the Bermuda insurance subsidiary to fail to meet its relevant margins. In certain instances, the Bermuda insurance subsidiary would also be required to provide prior notice to the BMA in advance of the payment of dividends. In the event that such an affidavit is submitted to the BMA in accordance with the Bermuda Insurance Act, and further subject to the Bermuda insurance subsidiary meeting its relevant margins, the Bermuda insurance subsidiary is permitted to distribute up to the sum of 100% of statutory surplus and an amount less than 15% of its total statutory capital. Distributions in excess of this amount require the approval of the BMA.
The maximum distribution permitted by law or contract is not necessarily indicative of the insurance subsidiaries’ actual ability to pay such distributions, which may be further restricted by business and other considerations, such as the impact of such distributions on surplus, which could affect Athene’s ratings or competitive position and the amount of premiums that can be written. Specifically, the level of capital needed to maintain desired financial strength ratings from rating agencies, including S&P, AM Best, Fitch and Moody’s, is of particular concern when determining the amount of capital available for distributions. AHL believes its insurance subsidiaries have sufficient statutory capital and surplus, combined with additional capital available to be provided by AHL, to meet their financial strength ratings objectives. Finally, state insurance laws and regulations require that the statutory surplus of Athene’s insurance subsidiaries following any dividend or distribution must be reasonable in relation to their outstanding liabilities and adequate for the insurance subsidiaries’ financial needs.
Athene may seek to secure additional funding at the AHL level by means other than dividends from subsidiaries, such as by drawing on its undrawn $1.25 billion AHL credit facility, drawing on its undrawn $2.6 billion AHL liquidity facility or by pursuing future issuances of debt or preferred stock to third-party investors. The AHL credit facility contains various standard covenants with which Athene must comply, including maintaining a consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio of not greater than 35%, maintaining a minimum consolidated net worth of no less than $14.8 billion and restrictions on the ability to incur liens, with certain exceptions. Rates, ratios and terms are as defined in the AHL credit facility. The AHL liquidity facility also contains various standard covenants with which Athene must comply, including maintaining an ALRe minimum consolidated net worth of no less than $10.2 billion and restrictions on the ability to incur liens, with certain exceptions. Rates and terms are as defined in the AHL liquidity facility.
Future Debt Obligations
Athene had long-term debt of $5.7 billion as of September 30, 2024, which includes notes with maturities in 2028, 2030, 2031, 2033, 2034, 2051, 2052, 2054 and 2064. Additionally, during the fourth quarter of 2024, Athene issued $600 million of 6.625% Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Debentures due October 15, 2054. See note 11 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further information regarding Athene’s debt arrangements.
Capital
Athene believes it has a strong capital position and is well positioned to meet policyholder and other obligations. Athene measures capital sufficiency using an internal capital model which reflects management’s view on the various risks inherent to its business, the amount of capital required to support its core operating strategies and the amount of capital necessary to maintain its current ratings in a recessionary environment. The amount of capital required to support Athene’s core operating strategies is determined based upon internal modeling and analysis of economic risk, as well as inputs from rating agency capital models and consideration of both NAIC RBC and Bermuda capital requirements. Capital in excess of this required amount is considered excess equity capital, which is available to deploy. As of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, Athene’s U.S. RBC ratio was 392% and 387%, respectively, its Bermuda RBC ratio was 400% and 407%, respectively, and its consolidated RBC ratio was 412% and 416%, respectively. The formulas for determining the amount of RBC specify various weighting factors that are applied to financial balances or various levels of activity based on the perceived degree of risk. The RBC of Athene’s Bermuda insurance companies presented herein excludes the impact of any deferred taxes that may be recorded on a statutory basis as a result of the enactment of the Bermuda CIT. Athene is currently assessing deferred taxes that may be recorded on a statutory basis as a result of the Bermuda CIT, which could have a positive impact on the statutory capital and surplus of its Bermuda insurance companies.
ACRA
ACRA 1 provided Athene with access to on-demand capital to support its growth strategies and capital deployment opportunities. ACRA 1 provided a capital source to fund both Athene’s inorganic and organic channels. The commitment period for ACRA 1 expired in August 2023.
Similar to ACRA 1, ACRA 2 was funded in December 2022 as another long-duration, on-demand capital vehicle. Effective October 1, 2024, ACRA 2 repurchased a portion of its shares held by ALRe, which increased ADIP II’s ownership of economic interests in ACRA 2 to 63%, with ALRe owning the remaining 37%. ALRe holds all of ACRA 2’s voting interests. ACRA 2 participates in certain transactions by drawing a portion of the required capital for such transactions from third-party investors equal to ADIP II’s proportionate economic interest in ACRA 2.
These strategic capital solutions allow Athene the flexibility to simultaneously deploy capital across multiple accretive avenues, while maintaining a strong financial position.
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations is based upon the condensed consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP requires the use of estimates and assumptions that could affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses and should be read in conjunction with our significant accounting policies described in note 2 of our consolidated financial statements in our 2023 Annual Report. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
The following is a summary of our accounting policies that are affected most by judgments, estimates and assumptions.
•Consolidation of VIEs
•Revenue Recognition
◦Performance Fees within Investment Income
◦Management Fees
•Investments, at fair value
•Fair value of financial instruments
•Equity-based compensation
•Profit sharing expense
•Income taxes
•Valuation of Fixed Maturity Securities, Equity Securities and Mortgage Loans
•Impairment of investments and allowances for expected credit losses
•Derivatives valuation, including embedded derivatives
•Future policy benefits
•Market risk benefits
The above critical accounting estimates and judgments are discussed in detail in “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Critical Accounting Estimates and Policies” of our 2023 Annual Report.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
A list of recent accounting pronouncements that are relevant to Apollo and its industries is included in note 2 to our condensed consolidated financial statements.
Contractual Obligations, Commitments and Contingencies
Fixed and determinable payments due in connection with the Company’s material contractual obligations are as follows as of September 30, 2024:
(In millions)
2024
2025 - 2026
2027 - 2028
2029 and Thereafter
Total
Asset Management
Operating lease obligations1
$
18
$
165
$
160
$
509
$
852
Other long-term obligations2
16
21
—
—
37
AMH credit facility3
—
2
1
—
3
Debt obligations3
55
925
394
6,639
8,013
AOG Unit payment 4
44
—
—
—
44
133
1,113
555
7,148
8,949
Retirement Services
Interest sensitive contract liabilities
3,535
45,833
71,780
124,288
245,436
Future policy benefits
802
6,008
5,665
40,487
52,962
Market risk benefits
—
—
—
6,234
6,234
Other policy claims and benefits
107
—
—
—
107
Dividends payable to policyholders
2
16
14
60
92
Debt3
77
585
1,565
8,891
11,118
Securities to repurchase5
36
1,618
1,300
—
2,954
4,559
54,060
80,324
179,960
318,903
Obligations
$
4,692
$
55,173
$
80,879
$
187,108
$
327,852
1 Operating lease obligations excludes $155 million of other operating expenses associated with operating leases.
2 Includes (i) payments on management service agreements related to certain assets and (ii) payments with respect to certain consulting agreements entered into by the Company. Note that a significant portion of these costs are reimbursable by funds.
3 The obligations for debt payments include contractual maturities of principal and estimated future interest payments based on the terms of the debt agreements. See note 11 of the condensed consolidated financial statements for further discussion of these debt obligations.
4 On December 31, 2021, each holder of AOG Units (other than those held by the Company and Athene) sold a portion of their limited partnership interests to the Company in exchange for the AOG Unit Payment. See note 15 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for more information.
5 The obligations for securities to repurchase payments include contractual maturities of principal and estimated future interest payments based on the terms of the agreements. Future interest payments on floating rate repurchase agreements were calculated using the September 30, 2024 interest rate.
Note: Due to the fact that the timing of certain amounts to be paid cannot be determined or for other reasons discussed below, the following contractual commitments have not been presented in the table above.
(i)As noted previously, the tax receivable agreement requires us to pay to our Former Managing Partners and Contributing Partners 85% of any tax savings received by AGM and its subsidiaries from our step-up in tax basis. The tax savings achieved may not ensure that we have sufficient cash available to pay this liability and we might be required to incur additional debt to satisfy this liability.
(ii)Debt amounts related to the consolidated VIEs are not presented in the table above as the Company is not a guarantor of these non-recourse liabilities.
(iii)In connection with the Stone Tower acquisition, Apollo agreed to pay the former owners of Stone Tower a specified percentage of any future performance fees earned from certain of the Stone Tower funds, CLOs and strategic investment accounts. In connection with the acquisition of Griffin Capital’s U.S. asset management business on May 3, 2022, Apollo agreed to pay the former owners certain share-based consideration contingent on specified AUM and capital raising thresholds. These contingent consideration liabilities are remeasured to fair value at each reporting period until the obligations are satisfied. See note 16 to the condensed consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the contingent consideration liabilities.
(iv)Commitments from certain of our subsidiaries to contribute to the funds we manage and certain related parties.
Atlas
In connection with the Company and CS’s previously announced transaction, certain subsidiaries of Atlas acquired certain assets of the CS Securitized Products Group (the “Transaction”). Under the terms of the Transaction, Atlas originally agreed to pay CS an amount of $3.3 billion by February 8, 2028. This deferred purchase price is an obligation first of Atlas, second of AAA, third of AAM, fourth of AHL and fifth of AARe. Each of AARe and AAM has issued an assurance letter to CS for the full deferred purchase obligation amount of $3.3 billion. In March 2024, in connection with Atlas concluding its investment management agreement with CS, Atlas will no longer receive $0.8 billion of fees and the deferred purchase price obligation is reduced by a corresponding amount from $3.3 billion to $2.5 billion. In addition, certain strategic investors have made equity commitments to Atlas which therefore obligates these investors for a portion of the deferred purchase price obligation.
In exchange for the purchase price, Atlas originally received approximately $0.4 billion in cash and a portfolio of senior secured warehouse assets, subject to debt, with approximately $1 billion of tangible equity value. These warehouse assets are senior secured assets at industry standard loan-to-value ratios, structured to investment grade-equivalent criteria, and were approved by Atlas in connection with this Transaction. Atlas also benefits generally from the net spread earned on these assets in excess of its cost of financing. Finally, Atlas will earn total fees of $0.4 billion under the terms of the investment management agreement with CS, including management fees and transition and termination payments. As a result, the guarantee related to the Company’s aforementioned assurance letter is not probable of payment hence there is no liability on the condensed consolidated financial statements.
Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information
The 2053 Subordinated Notes issued by AGM are guaranteed on a junior, unsecured basis, and the 2033 Senior Notes and the 2054 Senior Notes issued by AGM are both guaranteed on a senior, unsecured basis, by AAM, together with certain Apollo intermediary holding companies (collectively, the “Guarantors”). The Guarantors fully and unconditionally guarantee payments of principal, premium, if any, and interest (i) on the 2053 Subordinated Notes on a subordinated, unsecured basis and (ii) on the 2033 Senior Notes and the 2054 Senior Notes on a senior, unsecured basis. See note 11 of the condensed consolidated financial statements for further discussion on these debt obligations.
AGM, as issuer, and the Guarantors are holding companies. The primary sources of cash flow are dependent upon distributions from their respective subsidiaries to meet their future obligations under the notes and the guarantees, respectively. The 2033 Senior Notes, the 2054 Senior Notes and the 2053 Subordinated Notes are not guaranteed by any fee generating businesses, Apollo-managed funds, or Athene and its direct and indirect subsidiaries. Holders of the guaranteed registered debt securities will have a direct claim only against AGM as issuer.
The following tables present summarized financial information of AGM, as the issuer of the debt securities, and the Guarantors on a combined basis after elimination of intercompany transactions and balances within the Guarantors and equity in the earnings from and investments in any non-guarantor subsidiary. As used herein, “obligor group” means AGM, as the issuer of the debt securities, and the Guarantors on a combined basis. The summarized financial information is provided in accordance with the reporting requirements of Rule 13-01 under SEC Regulation S-X for the obligor group and is not intended to present the financial position or results of operations of the obligor group in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles as such principles are in effect in the United States.
(In millions)
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Summarized Statements of Financial Condition
Current assets, less receivables from non-guarantor subsidiaries
$
2,670
$
2,747
Non-current assets
8,777
7,165
Due from related parties, excluding non-guarantor subsidiaries
709
357
Current liabilities, less payables to non-guarantor subsidiaries
895
997
Non-current liabilities
7,045
6,107
Due to related parties, excluding non-guarantor subsidiaries
The following are transactions of the obligor group with non-guarantor subsidiaries.
Nine months ended September 30,
(In millions)
2024
Due from non-guarantor subsidiaries
$
140
Due to non-guarantor subsidiaries
440
Intercompany revenue
909
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Market risk is the risk of incurring losses due to adverse changes in market rates and prices. Included in market risk are potential losses in value due to credit and counterparty risk, interest rate risk, currency risk, commodity price risk, equity price risk and inflation risk.
In our asset management business, our predominant exposure to market risk is related to our role as investment manager and general partner for the funds we manage and the sensitivity to movements in the fair value of their investments and resulting impact on performance fees and management fee revenues. Our direct investments in the funds we manage also expose us to market risk whereby movements in the fair values of the underlying investments will increase or decrease both net gains (losses) from investment activities and income (loss) from equity method investments.
Our retirement services business is exposed to market risk through its investment portfolio, its counterparty exposures and its hedging and reinsurance activities. Athene’s primary market risk exposures are to credit risk, interest rate risk, equity price risk and inflation risk.
For a discussion of our market risk exposures in general, please see “Part II—Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” in our 2023 Annual Report, which is accessible on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov and is incorporated by reference into this report.
There have been no material changes to market risk exposures from those previously disclosed in the Company’s 2023 Annual Report, except as described below.
Sensitivities
Retirement Services
Interest Rate Risk
Athene assesses interest rate exposure for financial assets and liabilities using hypothetical stress tests and exposure analyses. Assuming all other factors are constant, if there was an immediate parallel increase in interest rates of 100 basis points from levels as of September 30, 2024, Athene estimates a net decrease to its point-in-time income (loss) before income tax (provision) benefit from changes in the fair value of these financial instruments of $2.5 billion, net of offsets. If there was a similar parallel increase in interest rates from levels as of December 31, 2023, Athene estimates a net decrease to its point-in-time income (loss) before income tax (provision) benefit from changes in the fair value of these financial instruments of $2.5 billion, net of offsets. The financial instruments included in the sensitivity analysis are carried at fair value and changes in fair value are recognized in earnings. These financial instruments include derivative instruments, embedded derivatives, mortgage loans, certain fixed maturity securities and market risk benefits. The sensitivity analysis excludes those financial instruments carried at fair value for which changes in fair value are recognized in equity, such as AFS fixed maturity securities.
Assuming a 25 basis point increase in interest rates that persists for a 12-month period, the estimated impact to spread related earnings due to the change in net investment spread from floating rate assets and liabilities would be an increase of approximately $30 – $40 million, and a 25 basis point decrease would generally result in a similar decrease. This is calculated without regard to future changes to assumptions and excludes the impact of rate changes on cash and cash equivalents. As of September 30, 2024, Athene’s balance in cash and cash equivalents plus restricted cash, net investment payables and receivables, reinsurance impacts and the net derivative collateral offsetting the related cash positions, was $8.4 billion, net of the amount attributable to the non-controlling interests. The decrease in sensitivity to spread related earnings due to the change
in net investment spread from floating rate assets and liabilities as of September 30, 2024, when compared to December 31, 2023, was driven by the decrease in Athene’s net floating rate position related to hedging actions as well as additional issuances of floating rate funding agreements in 2024.
With the implementation of the Long Duration Targeted Improvements accounting standard, changes in the fair value of market risk benefits due to current period movement in the interest rate curve used to discount the reserve are reflected in net income (loss) but excluded from spread related earnings. However, changes in interest rates that impact the cost of the projected GLWB and GMDB rider benefits, included within Athene’s market risk benefit reserve, are amortized within cost of funds in spread related earnings over the life of the business. Assuming a parallel increase in interest rates of 25 basis points, the estimated impact to spread related earnings over a 12-month period related to market risk benefits would be an increase of approximately $30 – $50 million, and a parallel decrease in interest rates of 25 basis points would generally result in a similar decrease. This is calculated without regard to future changes to assumptions.
Athene is unable to make forward-looking estimates regarding the impact on net income (loss) of changes in interest rates that persist for a longer period of time, or changes in the shape of the yield curve over time, as a result of an inability to determine how such changes will affect certain of the items that Athene characterizes as “adjustments to income (loss) before income taxes” in its reconciliation between net income (loss) available to AHL common stockholder and spread related earnings. See “Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Summary of Non-U.S. GAAP Measures” for the reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to AGM common stockholders to adjusted net income, of which SRE is a component. The impact of changing rates on these adjustments is likely to be significant. See above for a discussion regarding the estimated impact on income (loss) before income tax (provision) benefit of an immediate, parallel increase in interest rates of 100 basis points from levels as of September 30, 2024, which discussion encompasses the impact of such an increase on certain of the adjustment items.
The models used to estimate the impact of changes in market interest rates incorporate numerous assumptions, require significant estimates and assume an immediate change in interest rates without any discretionary management action to counteract such a change. Consequently, potential changes in Athene’s valuations indicated by these simulations will likely be different from the actual changes experienced under any given interest rate scenarios and these differences may be material. Because Athene actively manages its assets and liabilities, the net exposure to interest rates can vary over time. However, any such decreases in the fair value of fixed maturity securities, unless related to credit concerns of the issuer requiring recognition of credit losses, would generally be realized only if Athene were required to sell such securities at losses to meet liquidity needs.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
We maintain “disclosure controls and procedures”, as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act, that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. In designing disclosure controls and procedures, our management necessarily was required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible disclosure controls and procedures. The design of any disclosure controls and procedures also is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions. Any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired objectives.
Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures pursuant to Rule 13a-15 under the Exchange Act as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the end of the period covered by this report, our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) are effective at the reasonable assurance level to accomplish their objectives of ensuring that information we are required to disclose in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
No changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a–15(f) and 15d–15(f) under the Exchange Act) occurred during our most recent quarter, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
See a summary of the Company’s legal proceedings set forth in note 16 to our condensed consolidated financial statements, which is incorporated by reference herein.
ITEM 1A.RISK FACTORS
For a discussion of our potential risks and uncertainties, see the information under the heading "Risk Factors" in our 2023 Annual Report, which is accessible on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov.
The risks described in our 2023 Annual Report are not the only risks facing us. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and/or operating results. There have been no material changes to the risk factors disclosed in our 2023 Annual Report, except for the following:
Extensive regulation of our businesses affects our activities and creates the potential for significant liabilities and penalties. The possibility of increased regulatory focus could result in additional burdens on our businesses.
We are subject to extensive regulation, including periodic examinations and requirements to obtain and maintain licenses and/or other approvals, by government agencies and self-regulatory organizations in the jurisdictions in which we operate around the world. Many of the various laws and regulations to which we are subject are discussed in “Item 1. Business—Regulatory and Compliance Matters” in our 2023 Annual Report. As detailed in that section, certain of our businesses, subsidiaries and/or affiliates are, among others, regulated under the Investment Advisers Act; the Investment Company Act; the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act; the EU Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive; the EU Markets in Financial Instruments Directive; the EU General Data Protection Regulation (as implemented in countries in the European Economic Area) and the U.K. General Data Protection Regulation; the U.K. Data Protection Act 2018 and potentially various new and emerging EU and U.K. cybersecurity laws; the Cayman Islands Data Protection Act; the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act; the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 and a variety of other U.S. state privacy and cybersecurity laws; the Regulation on OTC Derivatives, Central Counterparties and Trade Repositories; as well as by the Financial Stability Oversight Council and similar non-U.S. regulators; the Federal Reserve; the SEC; FINRA; the U.S. Department of Labor; the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”); the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency; the Federal Communications Commission; insurance regulators in U.S. states, the EU, Bermuda, U.K., Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Australia, Singapore, Canada, Cayman Islands and Malaysia; banking regulators in Germany, Slovenia and Spain; as well as rules and regulations regarding CLO risk retention, real estate investment trusts, broker-dealers, “over the counter” derivatives markets, commodity pool operators, commodity trading advisors, gaming companies, and natural resources companies. We distribute many of our products through financial intermediaries, including third-party broker-dealers, and as such, increasing broker-dealer regulation (particularly concerning marketing and sales practices) could make it more difficult and expensive for us to distribute such products. We are also subject to laws and regulations governing payments and contributions to public officials or other parties, including restrictions imposed by the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, as well as economic sanctions and export control laws administered by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. Department of State. Increasingly, we are or may be subject to new initiatives and additional rules and regulations relating to sustainable finance and/or environmental, social and governance matters, including but not limited to: in the EU, the EU Regulation on the Establishment of a Framework to Facilitate Sustainable Investment as well as the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation and supporting regulatory technical standards; and, in the U.K., the U.K. FCA’s disclosure rules for asset managers aligned with the recommendations of the Taskforce on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures as well as the forthcoming Sustainability Disclosure Requirements and investment labelling regime and the proposed U.K. Green Taxonomy. Compliance with such laws and regulations requires increasing amounts of resources and the attention of our management team. Any violation, even if alleged, of such laws and regulations or any failure to obtain or maintain licenses and/or other regulatory approvals as required for our operations may have a material adverse effect on our businesses, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, cash flows and prospects.
Many of these laws and regulations empower regulators, including U.S. and foreign government agencies and self-regulatory organizations, as well as state securities commissions and insurance departments in the U.S., to conduct investigations and administrative proceedings that can result in penalties, fines, suspensions or revocations of licenses and/or other regulatory approvals, suspensions of personnel or other sanctions, including censure, the issuance of cease-and-desist orders, enforcement
actions and settlements, or the suspension or expulsion of an investment adviser from registration or memberships. Even if an investigation or proceeding does not result in a sanction or the sanction imposed against us or our personnel by a regulator is small in monetary amount, the adverse publicity relating to the investigation, proceeding or imposition of these sanctions could harm our reputation and cause us to lose existing investors or fail to gain new investors. These requirements imposed by our regulators are designed primarily to ensure the integrity of the financial markets and to protect investors in the funds we manage and policyholders of our retirement services and other businesses and may not necessarily be designed to protect our stockholders. Other regulations, such as those promulgated by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States and similar foreign direct investment regimes in other jurisdictions, may impair our ability to invest the funds we manage and/or for such funds to realize full value from our investments in certain industries and countries.
Our businesses may be adversely affected as a result of new or revised legislation or regulations imposed by U.S. or foreign government agencies or self-regulatory organizations. We also may be adversely affected by changes in the interpretation or enforcement of existing laws and rules by these government agencies and self-regulatory organizations. For instance, the SEC and other regulators have been increasing regulation of private funds and advisers to private funds, and this type of regulation may make it more difficult for us to manage and distribute both our private fund products and our products that are purchased by third-party private fund managers.
In addition to the foregoing risks, the financial services industry is the focus of increased regulatory scrutiny as various U.S. state and federal government agencies and self-regulatory organizations conduct inquiries and investigations into the products and practices of the companies within this industry. Government authorities and standard setters in the U.S. and worldwide (including the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (“IAIS”)) have become increasingly interested in potential risks posed by the insurance industry as a whole, and to commercial and financial activities and systems in general, as indicated by the development of the global insurance capital standard by the IAIS to be applicable to internationally active insurance groups (“IAIGs”), as well as the NAIC’s adoption of the group capital calculation and liquidity stress test, each of which the Iowa Insurance Division (“IID”) has adopted and is now applicable to us. On February 6, 2024, the IID identified AGM as meeting the criteria as an IAIG and further identified Athene as the Head of the IAIG. As a result of these identifications, we expect Athene to be subject to the relevant capital standard that the U.S. applies to IAIGs. At this time, we do not expect a significant impact on Athene’s capital position or capital structure; however, we cannot fully predict with certainty the impact (if any) on Athene’s capital position or capital structure and any other burdens being named an IAIG may impose on Athene or its insurance affiliates.
Guaranty associations may also subject member insurers, including Athene, to assessments that require the insurers to pay funds to cover contractual obligations under insurance policies issued by insurance companies that become impaired or insolvent. These associations levy assessments, up to prescribed limits, on each member insurer doing business in a particular state on the basis of their proportionate share of the premiums written by all member insurers in the lines of business in which the impaired or insolvent insurer previously engaged. Most states limit assessments in any year to 2% of the insurer’s average annual premium for the three years preceding the calendar year in which the impaired insurer became impaired or insolvent. Although Athene has not historically paid material amounts in connection with these assessments, we cannot accurately predict the magnitude of such amounts in the future, or accurately predict which past or future insolvencies of other insurers could lead to such assessments. If material, such future assessments may have an adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or cash flows and any liability we have previously established for these potential assessments may not be adequate. See also note 16 to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
We have been and may be the target or the subject of third-party litigation from time to time that could result in significant liabilities and/or reputational harm, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition and liquidity.
The activities of our businesses, including the investment activities of the funds we manage and activities of our employees in connection with the funds, their portfolio companies, our insurance subsidiaries, as well as publicly listed vehicles we manage or sponsor may subject us and certain of our employees to the risk of litigation, including class actions, by third parties, including fund investors dissatisfied with the performance or management of such funds, holders of our or the funds’ portfolio companies’ debt or equity, policyholders of our retirement services business, public stockholders and a variety of other potential litigants. In general, we will be exposed to risk of litigation by our investors if our management of any fund is alleged to constitute bad faith, gross negligence, willful misconduct, fraud, willful or reckless disregard for our duties to the fund, breach of fiduciary duties or securities laws, or other forms of misconduct. If such allegations are made against our Board or management, Section 220 of the Delaware General Corporation Law (the “DGCL”) allows stockholders to access corporate books and records to investigate wrongdoing. Fund investors could sue us to recover amounts lost by the funds we manage due
to our alleged misconduct, up to the entire amount of loss. Further, we may be subject to litigation arising from investor dissatisfaction with the performance of the funds we manage or from third-party allegations that we (i) improperly exercised control or influence over companies in which the funds we manage have large investments or (ii) are liable for actions or inactions taken by portfolio companies that such third parties argue we control. We are also exposed to risks of litigation or investigation relating to transactions that presented conflicts of interest that were not properly addressed. Our rights to indemnification by the funds we manage may not be upheld if challenged, and our indemnification rights generally do not cover bad faith, gross negligence, willful misconduct, fraud, willful or reckless disregard for our duties to the fund or other forms of misconduct. With many highly paid investment professionals and complex compensation and incentive arrangements, we face the risk of lawsuits relating to claims for compensation, which may individually or in the aggregate be significant in amount. We are also increasingly faced with the risk of litigation or investigation in relation to environmental, social and/or governance-related issues given the increasing scrutiny of such issues by investors, other stakeholders, regulators, and other third parties as well as due to the increasing disclosure obligations on our businesses, the funds we manage, and their portfolio companies. Such risks may relate to accusations concerning but not limited to: (i) the activities of portfolio companies, including environmental damage and violations of labor and human rights; (ii) misrepresentations of the investment strategies of the funds we manage as well as about our, the funds’, and their investments’ performance against environmental, social and/or governance-related measures and/or initiatives; or (iii) breaches of fiduciary duty in relation to the funds we manage and other violations of law related to the management of environmental, social and/or governance-related risks.
If any civil or criminal litigation brought against us were to result in a finding of substantial legal liability or culpability, the litigation could, in addition to any financial damage, cause significant reputational harm to us, which could seriously harm our business. In addition, we may not be able to obtain or maintain sufficient insurance on commercially reasonable terms or with adequate coverage levels against potential liabilities we may face in connection with potential claims, which could have a material adverse effect on our business.
In addition, our business has been, and may continue to be, the subject of litigation between third parties that could negatively impact us. For example, beginning in March 2024, a number of putative class actions were filed in federal courts in the U.S. against certain customers of Athene, in their respective capacities as plan sponsors, alleging violations of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (“ERISA”) in connection with their transfer of pension obligations under defined benefit plans governed under ERISA and their purchase of pension group annuity (“PGA”) contracts from Athene. The lawsuits seek, inter alia, that defendants guarantee the annuities purchased from Athene and disgorge any profits earned from the transactions. Although Athene is not a named defendant, the lawsuits make several negative allegations about Athene and its business, which we believe to be untrue. Negative public perceptions of Athene and its business could adversely affect (and may have already adversely affected) its ability to attract and retain customers, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows. In addition, these lawsuits could lead to increased regulatory and governmental scrutiny of Athene’s business and the industry overall, and/or result in Athene becoming involved in these lawsuits or even being named as a defendant in future lawsuits related to its PGA business, which could result in additional expenses, adverse regulations and oversight, and/or additional reputational harm. These lawsuits could also spur similar copycat lawsuits, which could further impact Athene’s PGA business. To the extent that the inflows in Athene’s PGA business are negatively impacted by these lawsuits and any related regulatory and governmental scrutiny, Athene may seek to increase its inflows in its other distribution channels, including by issuing additional funding agreements within its institutional channel. However, there are no assurances that Athene would be successful in replacing any PGA inflows with inflows from other distribution channels or that such other inflows would result in comparable spreads.
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALE OF EQUITY SECURITIES, USE OF PROCEEDS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Unregistered Sale of Equity Securities
On August 14, 2024, the Company issued 51,382 restricted shares under the 2019 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan for Estate Planning Vehicles and 5,293 restricted shares under the 2019 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan to certain holders of vested performance fee rights. The shares were issued in private placements in reliance on Regulation D or Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act.
The following table sets forth information regarding repurchases of shares of common stock during the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2024.
Period
Total number of shares of common stock purchased
Average price paid per share
Total number of shares of common stock purchased as part of publicly announced plans or programs1
Approximate dollar value of common stock that may yet be purchased under the plans or programs
July 1, 2024 through July 31, 2024
Opportunistic repurchases
—
—
Equity award-related repurchases2
—
—
Total
—
$
—
—
$
2,377,209,744
August 1, 2024 through August 31, 2024
Opportunistic repurchases
3,470,725
3,470,725
Equity award-related repurchases2
468,108
468,108
Total
3,938,833
$
105.53
3,938,833
$
1,961,537,827
September 1, 2024 through September 30, 2024
Opportunistic repurchases
554,000
554,000
Equity award-related repurchases2
—
—
Total
554,000
$
107.52
554,000
$
1,901,969,206
Total
Opportunistic repurchases
4,024,725
4,024,725
Equity award-related repurchases2
468,108
468,108
Total
4,492,833
4,492,833
1 On February 8, 2024, the AGM board of directors terminated the Company’s prior share repurchase program and approved a new share repurchase program, pursuant to which, the Company is authorized to repurchase up to $3.0 billion of shares of its common stock to opportunistically reduce the Company’s share count or offset the dilutive impact of share issuances under the Company’s equity incentive plans. Under the share repurchase program, repurchases may be of outstanding shares of common stock occurring from time to time in open market transactions, in privately negotiated transactions, pursuant to a trading plan adopted in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise, as well as through reductions of shares that otherwise would have been issued to participants under the Company’s Equity Plan in order to satisfy associated tax obligations. The share repurchase program does not obligate the Company to make any repurchases at any specific time. The program is effective until the aggregate repurchase amount that has been approved by the AGM board of directors has been expended. The program may be suspended, extended, modified or discontinued at any time.
2 Represents repurchases of shares of common stock in order to offset the dilutive impact of share issuances under the Equity Plan including reductions of shares of common stock that otherwise would have been issued to participants under the Company’s Equity Plan in order to satisfy associated tax obligations.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES
Not applicable.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
Not applicable.
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION
During the three months ended September 30, 2024, no director or officer (as defined in Rule 16a-1(f) under the Exchange Act) of AGM adopted or terminated a “Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement” or “non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement,” as each term is defined in Item 408(a) of Regulation S-K.
Certain instruments defining the rights of holders of long-term debt securities of the Registrant and its subsidiaries are omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(4)(iii) of Regulation S-K. The Registrant hereby undertakes to furnish to the Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, copies of any such instruments.
Interactive data files pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T, formatted in Inline XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language): (i) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023; (iv) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, (v) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, and (vi) the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in Inline XBRL in Exhibit 101).
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Filed herewith.
The agreements and other documents filed as exhibits to this report are not intended to provide factual information or other disclosure other than with respect to the terms of the agreements or other documents themselves, and you should not rely on them for that purpose. In particular, any representations and warranties made by us in these agreements or other documents were made solely within the specific context of the relevant agreement or document and may not describe the actual state of affairs as of the date they were made or at any other time.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
(Registrant)
Date: November 6, 2024
By:
/s/ Martin Kelly
Name:
Martin Kelly
Title:
Chief Financial Officer (principal financial officer and authorized signatory)
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