Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. 8-K

What Happened
Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. filed a Form 8‑K on February 10, 2026 announcing preliminary assets under management (AUM) as of January 31, 2026. The announcement was made via a press release, which the company attached to the filing as Exhibit 99.1.

Key Details

• Filing: Form 8‑K dated February 10, 2026 (Item 8.01 — Other Events).
• Subject: Press release reporting the company's preliminary AUM as of January 31, 2026 (Exhibit 99.1).
• Exhibits: Press release (Exhibit 99.1) and the cover page interactive data file (Inline XBRL) were included under Item 9.01.
• Signatory: The report was signed on the company’s behalf by Charles J. Daley, Jr., Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

Why It Matters
AUM updates are a key operational metric for asset managers because they drive management fees and are an indicator of recent client flows and market performance. This 8‑K is an informational disclosure (not an earnings release); investors should review the attached press release for the specific AUM figure and consider it in the context of upcoming quarterly financial reports for audited results and revenue impact.