The Global Brand for Absolute Return Investing.
Trusted. Strategic. Perpetual.
AbsoluteReturn.com delivers very high (6–7 figure) Lifetime Value (LTV) institutional and family office leads. The term "Absolute Return" is a cornerstone of modern investing — referring to strategies that aim to generate positive returns in all market conditions.
Global AUM in Absolute Return strategies has exceeded $5.2 trillion USD (BarclayHedge-ION Analytics, Q4 2024). This domain asset is the exact-match, global brand opportunity in one of the highest value verticals in finance.
AbsoluteReturn.com is a rare asset: small media footprint, niche audience, but extremely high monetization potential per client.
AbsoluteReturn.com is a specialized digital platform connecting institutional capital allocators with vetted, high-conviction absolute return strategies. Designed as a trust-driven distribution channel, it serves as both a brand authority and a lead-generation engine in the $100+ trillion global asset management space.
AbsoluteReturn.com was originally developed and used by FRM Holdings Ltd, a multi-billion AUM fund of hedge funds founded in 1991, which became part of Man Group — one of the world’s largest publicly listed hedge fund firms. This domain asset carries a legacy of institutional trust, absolute return performance positioning, and global allocator recognition.
Owning AbsoluteReturn.com means you’re acquiring a perpetual brand trust asset with a proven track record of attracting institutional mandates. This asset’s natural home is with an institutional manager or allocator who wants to own the absolute return category, not just rent it.
🧑💼 Small / Emerging Managers:
Often start with $50M to $100M AUM. At this scale, firms can cover basic operational costs and begin attracting institutional or high-net-worth clients. However, very small firms (<$50M) often face challenges due to fixed overhead and compliance costs.
🏢 Mid-sized Managers:
Typically have $500M to $2B AUM. This allows firms to scale operations, implement sophisticated infrastructure, and appeal to family offices and smaller institutions.
🏦 Large Managers:
Usually above $5B AUM. These firms have strong track records, broad resources, and can command premium fees from global investors.
Customer LTV (EBITDA level) based on an average client AUM of $10M and 8 years retention. Fees on AUM vary from 0.5% to 3%, with EBITDA margins from 20% to 60%.
| Blended Fee | Revenue (8 yrs) | EBITDA @ 20% | EBITDA @ 30% | EBITDA @ 40% | EBITDA @ 50% | EBITDA @ 60% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5% | $400,000 | $80,000 | $120,000 | $160,000 | $200,000 | $240,000 |
| 1.0% | $800,000 | $160,000 | $240,000 | $320,000 | $400,000 | $480,000 |
| 2.0% | $1,600,000 | $320,000 | $480,000 | $640,000 | $800,000 | $960,000 |
| 3.0% | $2,400,000 | $480,000 | $720,000 | $960,000 | $1,200,000 | $1,440,000 |
Customer LTV (EBITDA level) based on an average client AUM of $50M and 8 years retention. Fees on AUM vary from 0.5% to 3%, with EBITDA margins from 20% to 60%.
| Blended Fee | Revenue (8 yrs) | EBITDA @ 20% | EBITDA @ 30% | EBITDA @ 40% | EBITDA @ 50% | EBITDA @ 60% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5% | $2,000,000 | $400,000 | $600,000 | $800,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,200,000 |
| 1.0% | $4,000,000 | $800,000 | $1,200,000 | $1,600,000 | $2,000,000 | $2,400,000 |
| 2.0% | $8,000,000 | $1,600,000 | $2,400,000 | $3,200,000 | $4,000,000 | $4,800,000 |
| 3.0% | $12,000,000 | $2,400,000 | $3,600,000 | $4,800,000 | $6,000,000 | $7,200,000 |
Calculated net present value (NPV) of EBITDA cash flows for a $50M AUM client over 8 years with 10% discount rate.
⚠️ Notes: While our base case assumes a single $50M mandate with 8-year retention, AbsoluteReturn.com is a perpetual lead-gen asset, its utility compounds over time: as a lead gen asset, a brand, and a strategic moat. Its ability to generate new mandates over time — even modestly — unlocks compounding value and long-term NPV that far exceeds static models.
| Blended Fee | EBITDA Margin | Annual EBITDA | NPV (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5% | 20% | $150,000 | $800,250 |
| 1.5% | 30% | $225,000 | $1,200,375 |
| 1.5% | 40% | $300,000 | $1,600,500 |
| 1.5% | 50% | $375,000 | $2,000,625 |
| 1.5% | 60% | $450,000 | $2,400,750 |
| 2.0% | 20% | $200,000 | $1,067,000 |
| 2.0% | 30% | $300,000 | $1,600,500 |
| 2.0% | 40% | $400,000 | $2,134,000 |
| 2.0% | 50% | $500,000 | $2,667,500 |
| 2.0% | 60% | $600,000 | $3,201,000 |
| 2.5% | 20% | $250,000 | $1,333,750 |
| 2.5% | 30% | $375,000 | $2,000,625 |
| 2.5% | 40% | $500,000 | $2,667,500 |
| 2.5% | 50% | $625,000 | $3,334,375 |
| 2.5% | 60% | $750,000 | $4,001,250 |
CLTV = Annual EBITDA ÷ (Discount Rate − Growth Rate)
Growth assumes new recurring institutional mandates after initial mandate: one new $20m mandate every 2 years, and 87.5% retention
| Fee Rate | 0.5% of AUM |
| EBITDA Margin | 20% |
| Annual AUM Growth | $10M/year |
| Discount Rate (WACC) | 10% |
| Initial AUM | 0% Growth | 3% Growth | 5% Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50M | $500K | $714K | $1M |
| $100M | $1M | $1.43M | $2M |
| $200M | $2M | $2.86M | $4M |
Note: Growth driven by one new $20M mandates every 2 years. Retention embedded in discount rate.
Scale linearly with additional clients.
| Investor Type | Avg. Mandate | Typical Range |
|---|---|---|
| Pension Funds | $50M–$100M | $25M–$200M |
| Endowments | $30M–$75M | $10M–$150M |
| Family Offices | $20M–$50M | $5M–$100M |
| Sovereign Wealth Funds | $100M–$300M | $50M–$500M+ |
| FoFs/Consultants | $25M–$60M | $10M–$100M |
For AbsoluteReturn.com, the $50M–$200M mandate range aligns with CLTV models and targets mid-sized pensions/endowments for scalable adoption.
AbsoluteReturn.com can evolve into:
We are seeking private acquisition interest from strategic buyers who understand this asset's intrinsic LTV potential and long-term positioning.
Serious inquiries only. Submit proposals that reflect this domain asset’s high strategic value as a perpetual trust and lead-generation asset in a $5.2T+ investment vertical.