Liontrust's failed GAM bid raises questions over 'management'

The deal was described as 'a bit embarrassing for Liontrust'

Elliot Gulliver-Needham
clock • 3 min read

Liontrust's failed attempt to buy GAM has raised questions over the credibility of its management team, as analysts are split over whether it can fully recover from the unsuccessful bid.

Liontrust's offer received the support of only 33.45% of GAM shareholders, just over half of the required 66.6%. Fairview Investing director Ben Yearsley described the failed deal as "a bit embarrassing for Liontrust...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Holistic advice is the 'key' to disability support

Holistic advice is the 'key' to disability support

Accessibility issues to advice remain

Sophia Panayi
clock 07 October 2026 • 3 min read
Sentiment on the rise but 'calm may not last' as Budget looms

Sentiment on the rise but 'calm may not last' as Budget looms

According to Dynamic Planner’s Financial Happiness Index

Sophia Panayi
clock 06 October 2026 • 2 min read
SJP adviser academy welcomes 200 graduates

SJP adviser academy welcomes 200 graduates

Graduation ceremony held on Friday

Sophia Panayi
clock 05 October 2026 • 2 min read