Slaughter and May is advising global investment management firm Fidante, part of Challenger Limited, on a new strategic partnership with London-based Fulcrum Asset Management (Fulcrum). This involves Fidante acquiring a substantial minority stake in Fulcrum and securing exclusive distribution rights across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
The partnership marks Fidante’s second affiliate addition in 2025 and underscores its ambition to build a leading alternatives capability. Further details are set out in the full announcement.
Slaughter and May is working closely with Challenger’s Legal and Business teams.