Aberdeen Asset Management
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| Type | Public (LSE: ADN) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1983 |
| Headquarters | Aberdeen, Scotland, UK |
| Key people | Charles Irby, Chairman Martin Gilbert, CEO |
| Industry | Finance |
| Revenue | £430.1 million (2008) |
| Operating income | £65.4 million (2008) |
| Net income | £46.8 million (2008) |
| Website | www.aberdeen-asset.com |
Aberdeen Asset Management plc (LSE: ADN) is an international investment management group, managing assets for both institutions and private individuals from offices around the world. It is based in Aberdeen, Scotland. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.
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[edit] History
The company was established in 1983 by way of a management buy-out.[1] It was first listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1991. [1] In 2000 it acquired Murray Johnstone, another leading investment manager.[1]
The Company sponsored The Boat Race between 1998 and 2004.
[edit] Operations
The company operates mainly in the United Kingdom but has a growing presence worldwide, particularly Asia, Oceania and the Americas. As of 31 March 2009 it had funds under management of £96.2 billion.[2]

