Quotes by Fred Goodwin

“We are very much looking rather than leaping,”

“I would agree with most of the concerns, ... Anyone looking at that arena would come to these conclusions and have these concerns very quickly. We wouldnt be doing something unless we had all the concerns addressed.”

“This unlocks a huge range of opportunity for us,”

“Its a very well-established business with significant distribution channels. Our ability to tap into those remains to be seen, but having a partner of this quality and scale gives us access to China that would be inconceivable without the partnership.”

“The deal we have announced, from Royal Banks perspective, is low risk,”

“Our aim in Europe is to grow organically. Were not considering any acquisitions.”

“The Mellon transaction is a logical and low-risk extension of the Citizens franchise which is not only a good deal in its own right, but opens a range of additional options for us,”

“Clear leadership and support for our frontline staff is of critical importance to the future growth and development of the Group.”

“We have enjoyed excellent working relationships with CGNU and can see further possibilities for future cooperation,”

“We have enjoyed excellent working relationships with CGNU and can see further possibilities for future cooperation.”