Standard Life
PEOPLE MOVES: Standard Life/Aberdeen, RWC Partners, Zedra
New senior management team unveiled for the soon to be merged Standard Life and Aberdeen Asset Management. Amundi has appointed a head of consultant relations, with Zedra hiring an executive director to target growth opportunities.
ANALYSIS: Aberdeen/SL deal ushers in new wave of M&A
After being forced to confirm discussions about a potential £11bn (€12.7bn, $13.5bn) merger, does the consolidation of Standard Life and Aberdeen Asset Management prove a new wave of M&A in fund management is on its way?
Standard Life and Aberdeen agree to £11bn merger
Standard Life and Aberdeen Asset Management have agreed to merge in an astonishing £11bn (€12.7bn, $13.5bn) deal, following a weekend of intense talks.
Standard Life sees 20% rise in offshore bond business
Standard Life has reported a 20% increase in offshore bond assets under administration (AUA) as the insurer looks to strengthen its foothold in India.
PEOPLE MOVES: LGIM, Brewin Dolphin, US SEC
Legal & General Investment Management has created a new head of personal investing for its UK direct business, while Brewin Dolphin’s chief operating officer is to depart. The exodus continues from the US Securities and Exchange Commission.