LSE:ABDN (abrdn)
About ABDN
Abrdn Plc is a global investment company based in the United Kingdom that was originally called Standard Life Aberdeen Plc. The group operates out of three distinct divisions: Investments, Advisor, and Personal.
The Investment segment is a global asset management business catering to institutional, wholesale, and insurance clients. The Advisor segment provides a suite of software solutions to help wealth managers and financial advisors look after the needs of their clients. And lastly, the Personal segment is focused on delivering various direct-to-consumer services such as financial planning and fund management.
As of the end of 2021, Abrdn has over £464bn in assets under management, making it the third largest financial asset manager in the United Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The investment management industry is highly competitive, making growth difficult when it comes to attracting new clients. An alternative method of establishing a larger asset base is to grow the existing one through prudent investing.
However, with the stock market being a volatile place, this often results in a lumpy bottom line that has introduced a lot of volatility to the ABDN share price. The cyclicality of this business makes it more suitable for investors who have a higher tolerance for risk.
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Yes. Imperial Brands shares pay a cash dividend at an average 140% payout ratio. This high payout ratio suggests that dividends may be unsustainable in the future. But this may also be a by-product of the lumpy bottom line.
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Abrdn shares pay out a dividend twice a year, in April and August.
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Abrdn shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange. They can be bought from any investment account that provides access to this exchange platform.
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