Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI) and BTG Pactual have announced a strategic distribution alliance for the US Offshore market and several Latin American countries, including Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. Under the agreement, BTG Pactual will distribute AllianzGI’s active investment strategies in public and private markets.
As highlighted in a press release, the alliance combines AllianzGI’s global expertise in investment and active management with BTG Pactual’s consolidated regional distribution network, its local market knowledge, and its strong client relationships. The collaboration will expand investors’ access to international strategies, backed by customer service with a local focus.
The agreement, they stressed, reinforces AllianzGI’s commitment to the US Offshore market, a strategic priority for the firm, and reflects its goal to continue expanding its presence in Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay.
“Latin America is a strategic market for Allianz Global Investors, and this alliance with BTG Pactual represents an important step toward continuing to drive and strengthen our presence in the region. BTG Pactual’s local expertise, strong client relationships, and consolidated distribution network make it a key partner for AllianzGI. Together, we will be able to better respond to the needs of US Offshore investors and expand access to our active investment strategies in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and other markets across the region,” said Alexandra Auer, Head of Distribution for EMEA at Allianz Global Investors.
“We are pleased to deepen our relationship with Allianz Global Investors through this strategic alliance, which is fully aligned with our goal of collaborating with leading international asset managers to offer our clients access to top-tier investment solutions. This collaboration will allow us to expand access to AllianzGI’s investment capabilities for clients in the US offshore and Latin American markets. Our distribution activities will be driven by a dedicated team of more than 30 professionals, who will work closely with AllianzGI to foster the long-term development of this business. We are confident in building a strong, successful, and lasting partnership,” stated Rubens Henriques, Managing Partner and CEO of BTG Pactual Asset Management.
