Virtus Investment Partners (NASDAQ:VRTS) (NASDAQ: VRTS) is a publicly traded investment management company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm operates a multi‐affiliate business model that delivers a broad suite of investment solutions through distinct, specialized subsidiary managers. Virtus provides a range of products and services that cater to individual investors, financial advisors, and institutional clients in both the United States and select international markets.
Since its founding in the mid‐1990s, Virtus has expanded its footprint through strategic acquisitions and organic growth. The company’s history includes the integration of established asset managers, allowing it to offer complementary capabilities across multiple asset classes. Today, Virtus oversees a diverse array of strategies spanning equity, fixed income, multi‐asset portfolios, and alternatives, positioning it to meet the evolving needs of its clients and respond to shifting market environments.
Virtus’ product lineup encompasses mutual funds, closed‐end funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), separately managed accounts, and customized investment solutions. The firm’s affiliate managers deliver specialized expertise in areas such as high‐yield debt, convertibles, global equities, and real assets, while its distribution platform supports financial intermediaries with research, due diligence, and ongoing portfolio servicing. Virtus also offers wealth management and retirement solutions designed for individual investors seeking goal‐oriented strategies.
The company is guided by an experienced executive team led by President and Chief Executive Officer Robert K. Sharps. Under his leadership, Virtus has strengthened its governance, expanded its product innovations, and maintained a commitment to risk management and operational excellence. With approximately 500 employees across its offices in North America and Europe, Virtus continues to build on its heritage of flexible, client‐focused investment management.
