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LGT to acquire discretionary fund management business of abrdn in the United Kingdom

As announced on 28th February 2023, and subject to regulatory approval, LGT, the international private banking and asset management group owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein, will acquire the bespoke (core) business of abrdn Capital Limited, its Discretionary fund management business, later in the year.

We will become part of the UK business – LGT Wealth Management, who already employ 475 people and successfully manage circa £22bn for private clients, companies, charities and trusts.

As a result of this news there will be no change to your Client Portfolio Management team. Please be assured that our focus remains on delivering high quality outcomes for your clients and that, as ever, we are working hard to ensure your investments are well positioned and actively managed.

For more information please visit https://www.abrdn.com/corporate/media-centre/media-centre-news-article/agreement-to-sell-discretionary-fund-management-business

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Insight and expertise on investments and beyond

Many in our team are trustees themselves. We’ve been ‘in your shoes’ and understand what’s important in investment decision-making.

We know how to communicate without investment jargon. You’ll benefit from our support as you evolve your investment policy statement, reflecting how you wish to protect your charity’s reputation and further your purposes. We understand why good governance matters.

Investment solutions for charities (The '3 pots')

Investment Management
A range of choices created with charities in mind. Globally invested in equities, bonds and alternatives for your growth and income goals with optional screens.
Liquidity
Time to revisit your cash reserves? We can provide solutions for your operating and reserve cash balances through the abrdn AAA rated liquidity funds.
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If you’re looking for something specific – climate, impact or private markets - talk to us. We access the best of abrdn to find a solution that works for you.
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Why choose abrdn for your charity’s investments?

We’re here to give you future-focused practical help. This includes support to evolve your investment policy statement, right through to implementation and ongoing dialogue. We work with you, not just for you.

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Our collaborative approach offers you a broad range of benefits.
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