The company’s adjusted operating profit for the six months ending June 30 surpassed the consensus estimate of £429 million. These figures arrive at a pivotal moment for shareholders worried about client retention, as the ongoing conflict in Iran continues to whipsaw global markets and suppress asset management performance across the industry.

Beyond the headline profit beat, M&G reported net inflows of £2.4 billion from its open business. Bolstered by this performance, the firm issued a confident outlook, projecting low double-digit annual profit growth. This forecast signals internal stability despite the persistent volatility that has hampered competitors throughout the year.