JOHANNESBURG, South Africa & OAKS, PA — SEI® (NASDAQ: SEIC) and Mentenova, a South African investment management and advisory firm, have announced a strategic partnership designed to bring global investment strategies to South African investors through a combination of SEI’s quantitative expertise and Mentenova’s local market insight.
The collaboration will center on SEI’s Quantitative Investment Management (QIM) team, which oversees factor-based equity strategies built on value, momentum, quality, and dynamic tilting sub-portfolios. These will be complemented by satellite managers and passive indexation components identified by Mentenova. Together, the firms aim to integrate international strategies with local portfolio construction to enhance long-term outcomes for investors.
With $517.5 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2025, SEI brings institutional-grade systems, proprietary factor research, and a long history of disciplined implementation. Mentenova contributes in-depth knowledge of South Africa’s investment landscape, helping tailor strategies to the unique needs of the local market.
“By combining our global investment expertise with Mentenova’s deep local insight, this collaboration sets us apart, offering not only products, but meaningful relationships built upon understanding and trust,” said Ian Love, Head of Asset Management for EMEA at SEI.
Francois van Dijk, Chief Investment Officer at Mentenova, emphasized the value of linking global scale with local execution. “Partnering with SEI gives us access to a global investment engine with institutional-grade systems, proprietary factor insights, and a long track record of disciplined implementation. This alignment strengthens our commitment to delivering impactful solutions for South African investors.”
Eugene Barbaneagra, SEI’s Global Head of Quantitative Investment Management, noted Mentenova’s role in shaping the collaboration. “We have been thoroughly impressed by the rigor of Mentenova’s due diligence, the depth of their insightful questions, and their overall investment wisdom. We’re excited about the opportunity to collaborate with a goal of delivering enhanced returns for investors.”
The partnership underscores a broader trend in global finance: blending local market expertise with international investment strategies to expand opportunities and improve outcomes for investors in emerging and established markets alike.
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