Introduction to the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit
- The Apollo Global class action lawsuit seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) publicly traded securities between May 10, 2021 and February 21, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
- Captioned Feldman v. Apollo Global Management, Inc., No. 26-cv-01692 (S.D.N.Y.), the Apollo Global class action lawsuit charges Apollo Global and certain of Apollo Global’s current and former top executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
- If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Apollo Global class action lawsuit or just have general questions about you rights as a shareholder, please contact attorney Timothy L. Miles of the Law Offices of Timothy L. Miles, at no cost, by calling 855/846-6529 or via e-mail at [email protected].
- Lead plaintiff motions for the Apollo Global class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than May 1, 2026.
Read on for answers to the nine most frequently asked questions from investors.

1. What Do I Need to Know about the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit?
- Who is Affected by the Apollo Global class action lawsuit? All purchasers or acquirers of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) publicly traded securities between May 10, 2021 and February 21, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
- The Problem: The Apollo Global class action lawsuit alleges the defendant made false and misleading statements driving the stock price artificially up until the truth emerged and the stock plummeted and shareholders who purchased during the relevant time period and suffered a loss are entitle to damages
- Your Action: You may be eligible to recover your losses in an Apollo Global class action lawsuit
- Deadline to Lead: The deadline to apply to be Lead Plaintiff in the is Apollo Global class action lawsuit is May 1, 2026.
2. How Does the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit Work?
- A lawsuit is initiated by one or more investors, called the “lead plaintiffs,” on behalf of a larger group of investors, or the “class”.
- The “class period” is defined as the specific timeframe during which the alleged fraudulent activity took place. Only those who bought or sold the security during this period are eligible to participate.
- A lead plaintiff is appointed to represent the class. Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act (PSLRA), the court will typically appoint the investor with the largest financial interest in the outcome of the case.
- The case is litigated, which may include a lengthy discovery phase for gathering evidence.
- The case can be settled or go to trial. Most class actions are resolved through settlements, which can include cash or stock paid into a common fund for the class. The lead plaintiff and class counsel approve any settlement before it is finalized.
3. What Do Plaintiffs Have to Prove in the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit?
To succeed in a federal securities fraud class action, plaintiffs must prove several elements:
- Material misstatement or omission: The company made a false or misleading statement, or failed to disclose a material fact.
- Scienter: The defendant acted with an intent to deceive, manipulate, or defraud.
- Reliance: The plaintiff relied on the misstatement or omission when buying or selling the security. For publicly traded securities, this can be proven through the “fraud-on-the-market” theory, which presumes the market price reflects all public, material information.
- Economic loss: The plaintiff suffered a financial loss.
- Loss causation: The company’s misstatement or omission directly caused the plaintiff’s loss, often demonstrated by a stock price drop after the truth is revealed in a “corrective disclosure“

4. What Are the Allegations in the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit?
Apollo Global is a private equity firm specializing in investments in credit, private equity, infrastructure, secondaries, and real estate markets.
The Apollo Global class action lawsuit alleges that defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:
- Defendants CEO Marc Rowan and former CEO Leon Black, among other leadership figures at Apollo Global, frequently communicated with Jeffrey Epstein in the 2010s regarding Apollo Global’s business;
- As a result, Apollo Global’s assertion that it had never done business with Jeffrey Epstein was untrue; and
- Because of the entanglement between Apollo Global’s leaders and Jeffrey Epstein, the harm to Apollo Global’s reputation was more than a mere possibility.
The Apollo Global class action lawsuit further alleges:
- That on February 1, 2026, The Financial Times published an article titled “Apollo chief Marc Rowan consulted Epstein on firm’s tax affairs.” On this news, the price of Apollo Global stock fell nearly 6% over two trading days, according to the complaint.
- Then, on February 17, 2026, The Financial Times allegedly published an article titled “SEC urged to investigate Apollo over Epstein ties.” On this news, the price of Apollo Global stock fell more than 5% over two trading days, according to the Apollo Global class action lawsuit.
- Finally, on February 21, 2026, theApollo Global class action lawsuit alleges that CNN published an article titled “How Wall Street’s Apollo got tangled up again in the Epstein files.” On this news, the price of Apollo Global stock fell 5%, according to the complaint.
5. What Rights to Investors Have in the Apollo Global class action lawsuit?
Investors affected by the Apollo Global class action lawsuit possess specific rights that they can exercise. Understanding these rights is vital for anyone considering involvement in the Apollo Global class action lawsuit.
Right to Information
- Investors have the right to receive accurate and timely updates regarding the Apollo Global class action lawsuit.
- This includes information on the case’s progress, potential settlements, and any necessary actions they may need to undertake.
Right to Participate
- Affected investors have the right to join the Apollo Global class action lawsuit.
- This allows them to collaborate with other investors in seeking compensation for their losses without the burden of filing individual lawsuits.
Right to Legal Representation
- Investors can seek legal counsel to navigate the complexities of the Apollo Global class action lawsuit.
- Legal professionals can provide guidance and support throughout the process.
- If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Apollo Global class action lawsuit or just have general questions about you rights as a shareholder, please contact attorney Timothy L. Miles of the Law Offices of Timothy L. Miles, at no cost, by calling 855/846-6529 or via e-mail at [email protected].
6. What Damages Am I Entitled To in the Apollo Global class action lawsuit?
- In a securities fraud case, the plaintiff’s damages are typically calculated as out-of-pocket losses.
- These losses are expressed as the difference between the price at which the stock was sold and the price at which the stock would have been sold absent any artificial inflation caused by the defendant’s alleged misrepresentations or omissions.
- Out-of-pocket losses refer to the actual financial losses experienced by investors as a result of the alleged misconduct of the defendant.
- These losses are typically calculated by comparing the purchase price of the securities with their value at the time of sale or other relevant measure of damages.
- The calculation may also take into account any dividends or other distributions received by the investor during the relevant period. It is important to note that in some cases, the calculation of out-of-pocket losses may be complicated by factors such as market fluctuations or other external events that may have affected the value of the securities.
- In such cases, expert analysis and economic modeling may be employed to determine an accurate estimation of the investor’s losses.

7. What Are the the Benefits of Serving as the Lead Plaintiff in the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit?
Serving as a Lead Plaintiff has several advantages and important benefits.
- First, a Lead Plaintiff is able to negotiate more competitive attorney fees and reduce other litigation costs by actively monitoring the class counsel.
- Second, Lead Plaintiff has the benefit of being able to manage the litigation primarily by overseeing and monitoring the progress of the action and the efforts of counsel, and being able to review and comment on important filings and other documents pertaining to the prosecution of the action.
- Third, there is no financial risk in serving as a Lead Plaintiff because Lead Counsel advances all costs and expenses incurred in the prosecution of the case and will be reimbursed only if there is a successful settlement or judgment recovery on behalf of the class.
- Fourth, Lead Plaintiff has the benefit involved and active in all negotiations relating to any settlement.
- Finally, Lead Plaintiffs that continue owning the stock of the defendant will enjoy the long-term benefits from governance reform resulting from the litigation. Successful lawsuits with large punishments might have a stronger disciplining effect on a defendant’s management and raise awareness of the importance of corporate governance.
8. When Is the Lead Plaintiff Deadline in the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit?
Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act (PSLRA), the plaintiff who files the first complaint has 20 days to publish the required notice of the pendency of the action.
- Notice Publication: Not later than 20 days after the complaint is filed, the plaintiff in the Apollo Global class action lawsuit must publish a notice advising other sharehoders of the pendency of the action.
- Lead Plaintiff Motion Deadline: Not later than 60 days after the date the notice is published.
- Court Consideration: The court must consider motions to consolidate and appoint a lead plaintiff no later than 90 days after the notice is published.
9. How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Lawyer in the Apollo Global Class Action Lawsuit?
- No Fee: It does not cost anything to hire a lawyer if you are eligible for a Apollo Global class action lawsuit. We take all cases on a contingency basis which means we do not get paid unless we win or settle your case.