Oct. 14, 2025 6:26 PM ETVictory Capital Holdings, Inc. (VCTR) StockVCTRBlake Winiecki425 FollowersVictory Capital (VCTR) is upgraded to a buy, driven by transformative global expansion and a major acquisition with Amundi SA.VCTR's assets under management surged by $131.1 billion, with $70 million in net expense synergies already realized and more expected.Short-term margin pressure from integration costs is expected, but management targets a return to 49% operating margin as synergies materialize.VCTR trades at a modest valuation with strong technical momentum, offering attractive upside as global diversification and earnings growth accelerate.Foryou13/iStock via Getty ImagesI rated Victory Capital (NASDAQ:VCTR) a hold in January, while the stock has remained close to flat, up 1.7% since that time. The global asset manager runs through an internal platform that supports its 11 autonomous Investment Franchises, and their array of investmentThis article was written byBlake Winiecki425 FollowersI am an investment author with passion for finance and global markets. I enjoy gearing toward economic analysis, specifically on a macro level. Through current and forward looking market trends, fundamental and technical analysis, my goal is to provide investors and readers with the tools and knowledge to make informed and confident investment decisions. I am always open to feedback and hope you enjoy my writing!Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.Comments