Deadline Alert: Apollo Global Management Investors Urged to File Securities Fraud Lawsuit

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of upcoming deadline to join class action lawsuit against Apollo Global Management.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 4:03am

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Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP has filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) securities between May 10, 2021 and February 21, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that Apollo's leadership, including CEO Marc Rowan and former CEO Leon Black, frequently communicated with Jeffrey Epstein regarding the company's business, despite Apollo's public statements that it had never done business with Epstein. The lawsuit claims this entanglement harmed Apollo's reputation and that the company's positive statements about its business lacked a reasonable basis.

Why it matters

This lawsuit highlights the growing scrutiny and legal consequences that can arise when public companies are found to have undisclosed ties to controversial figures like Jeffrey Epstein. The allegations raise questions about Apollo's corporate governance and transparency, which could impact investor confidence and the company's future prospects.

The details

The class action lawsuit was filed after a series of media reports in early 2026 that detailed Apollo's connections to Jeffrey Epstein. On February 1, 2026, The Financial Times reported that Epstein had requested and received internal Apollo financial documents and communicated with the firm's senior decision makers. Then on February 17, 2026, The Financial Times reported that teachers' unions had urged the SEC to investigate Apollo's ties to Epstein. Finally, on February 21, 2026, CNN published an article with new information and commentary suggesting the unions have a "strong case" for an SEC probe.

  • The class action lawsuit was filed on behalf of investors who purchased Apollo securities between May 10, 2021 and February 21, 2026.
  • The deadline to file as a lead plaintiff in the lawsuit is May 1, 2026.

The players

Apollo Global Management, Inc.

A publicly traded alternative investment management firm.

Marc Rowan

The CEO of Apollo Global Management.

Leon Black

The former CEO of Apollo Global Management.

Jeffrey Epstein

A convicted sex offender who had connections to various high-profile individuals and organizations.

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP

The law firm that filed the class action lawsuit on behalf of Apollo investors.

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What they’re saying

“The unions have a 'strong case' for pushing for an SEC investigation.”

— Eleanor Bloxham, Founder and CEO of The Value Alliance Company

What’s next

The judge will decide by May 1, 2026 whether to appoint a lead plaintiff in the class action lawsuit.

The takeaway

This case highlights the risks companies face when their leadership has undisclosed ties to controversial figures, as it can severely damage a company's reputation and shareholder value. Investors will be closely watching the outcome of the SEC investigation and class action lawsuit against Apollo.