Carlyle Group Reports Significant Q1 Earnings Decline and Net Loss

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Carlyle Group reported a substantial 28.2% decline in first-quarter distributable earnings and swung to a GAAP net loss, despite growth in assets under management.

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• Q1 Distributable Earnings Decline

  Distributable earnings decreased 28.2% year-over-year to $327 million in Q1 2026, down from $455.4 million in Q1 2025.

• GAAP Net Loss Reported

  The company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of $132.2 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, a reversal from a net income of $130.0 million in the prior year quarter.

• Assets Under Management Growth

  Total Assets Under Management (AUM) increased 5% year-over-year to $475 billion as of March 31, 2026.

• Share Repurchase Program Update

  Carlyle repurchased $205 million in common stock during Q1 2026, part of an existing $2.0 billion authorization with $1.9 billion remaining.

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The filing details Carlyle Group's first-quarter 2026 financial results, showing a significant downturn in profitability. Distributable earnings fell by 28.2% year-over-year, and the company recorded a GAAP net loss, continuing a negative trend from the previous year's financial performance. While assets under management grew and a dividend was maintained, the weaker earnings performance is a key concern for investors. The company also continued its share repurchase program, buying back $205 million in shares during the quarter.