Emerging Manager of the Year | Fund Manager of the Year Awards 2026
Nuveen and Churchill Asset Management have been named Emerging Manager of the Year at the 38th Annual Fund Manager of the Year Awards, hosted by Money Management Australia. The award recognises the team’s disciplined investment approach and its commitment to delivering strong outcomes for Australian clients.
Lonsec defines Emerging Managers as those who have demonstrated an ability to translate investment insights into outcomes while successfully navigating the challenges of building and growing their business. Eligible managers must have a track record of five years or less in the Australian intermediated market and at least one product rated ‘Recommended’ or ‘Highly Recommended’ by Lonsec.
In its post-awards commentary, Lonsec described Nuveen and Churchill Asset Management as combining institutional strength, experienced leadership and a disciplined investment approach. It also recognised the manager’s ability to consistently deliver reliable income with low volatility, noting that this has continued to build confidence among Australian investors.
