Statement re. Press Comment

RNS Number : 9730C

Phoenix Group Holdings

24 March 2014

 



Phoenix Group Holdings - Response to press speculation

Following an approach from Standard Life plc, Phoenix Group Holdings confirms that it has entered into exclusive discussions with Standard Life plc, regarding a potential bid for Ignis Asset Management. Discussions are at an advanced stage but there is no certainty any transaction will be agreed. Phoenix will update the market at the time of its annual results on Wednesday, 26 March. 

Enquiries:

Media Neil Bennett, Maitland Peter Ogden, Maitland + 44 (0) 20 7379 5151

Investors Katherine Jones, Head of Investor Relations, Phoenix Group [phone]

 

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