Standard Life plc turns over £6.5bn inflows, Nish to focus on improving assets

Nish, who also moved into his position from Chief Financial Officer where he worked since 2005, has also plans to focus on improving pension savings and corporate benefits offerings - something which fits into his plan to sell the Healthcare business as reported in the media recently.

"We are excited about the opportunities in our core corporate markets, with total pensionable assets of £1.4 trillion in the UK." he said.

"We will continue to invest in our trusted brand to generate valuable customer loyalty and a predisposition to buy from us."

"With a new management team and a strong fourth quarter sales performance the outlook going into 2010 looks positive" added Barrie Cornes, equity analyst.