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Intermediate Capital sees record AuM but profits drop

Wed 22nd May 13, 07:12

Benjamin Chiou

FTSE 250-listed asset manager Intermediate Capital, otherwise known as ICG, has unveiled record assets under management (AuM) for 2012/13 but profits dropped sharply as the company didn't exit as many investments during the year.

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Rolls Royce wins order Trent XWB engines from the US

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Wednesday newspaper round-up: Japan, BP, RBS and Lloyds...

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FX round-up: Dollar firms as spotlight turns to US economy

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Commodities: Oil nurses first loss in five sessions

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