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Scottish companies Standard Life PLC and Aberdeen Asset Management PLC announce their merger, forming Standard Life Aberdeen. This consolidation creates one of the largest asset managers in the UK and underscores the challenges faced by firms specializing in active stock and bond trading. The move comes as traditional active fund managers contend with increased competition from low-cost passive fund providers, reflecting a broader shift in the investment industry.
Friday, 3 March, 2017