Janus Henderson: Guardian and Janus Henderson Announce Multifaceted, Strategic Partnership

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® ("Guardian"), one of America’s largest life insurers and a leading provider of employee benefits, and Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE: JHG; “Janus Henderson”), a leading global asset manager, today announced an innovative strategic partnership, whereby Janus Henderson will become Guardian’s investment grade public fixed income asset manager. Through the partnership, Janus Henderson will manage the $45 billion investment grade public fixed income portfolio for Guardian’s general account, which will include investment grade corporates and securitized credit. As part of the agreement, Guardian investment professionals currently supporting the in-scope asset classes will have the opportunity to join Janus Henderson, providing continuity in the management of these assets while further enhancing Janus Henderson’s specialized insurance investment capabilities.