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First Eagle Investments Completes Acquisition of Diamond Hill Investment Group
First Eagle Investments Completes Acquisition of Diamond Hill Investment Group
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April 22, 2026
Willkie advised First Eagle Investments on its successful take-private acquisition of Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DHIL), a boutique investment management firm.
On April 22, First Eagle Investments announced that it completed the previously announced acquisition of Diamond Hill for $175 per share. The acquisition expands First Eagle Investment's footprint in traditional fixed income while complementing its existing equity franchises.
With the completion of the transaction, Diamond Hill's common shares ceased trading and will no longer be listed on the Nasdaq exchange.
Willkie previously advised Genstar Capital on its majority investment in First Eagle Investments in August 2025.
First Eagle Investments is an independent, privately owned investment management firm headquartered in New York with approximately $186 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026.
The Willkie team was led by partners Manuel Miranda and Augustine Donati.
On April 22, First Eagle Investments announced that it completed the previously announced acquisition of Diamond Hill for $175 per share. The acquisition expands First Eagle Investment's footprint in traditional fixed income while complementing its existing equity franchises.
With the completion of the transaction, Diamond Hill's common shares ceased trading and will no longer be listed on the Nasdaq exchange.
Willkie previously advised Genstar Capital on its majority investment in First Eagle Investments in August 2025.
First Eagle Investments is an independent, privately owned investment management firm headquartered in New York with approximately $186 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026.
The Willkie team was led by partners Manuel Miranda and Augustine Donati.
Augustine J. Donati Partner Corporate & Financial Services
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