Broker Analysis – Page 69
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Comments/Letters
How insurance will be caught in the net?
Anthony Hilton says the value in placing risks relies on the knowledge of a few middlemen, but the internet has the power and access to change all that
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News
Alec Finch profits plunge 75% as soft market bites
The softening commercial market hit Manchester broker, Alec Finch Group, which saw profits tumble by 75% in 2006. Pre-tax profits for the year were £126,724 compared to £478,200 a year earlier. The news comes just weeks after the broker was acquired by French intermediary, Verlingue.The group blamed the slump ...
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News
Broker Academy to offer range of training
AXA and Biba team up with the Faculty of Insurance Brokers in landmark initiative
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Comments/Letters
Flashing the cash
Elliot Lane says the inflated prices being paid for brokers will deliver the customers, but won't guarantee performance
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Comments/Letters
AXA is taking control of its destiny
Grant Ellis says the gathering pace of insurers buying brokers is simply a move to protect revenue
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Online only
Gloves are off, says Prime chief
Staff restrictions expire on start-up professional indemnity broker
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News Analysis
Raiding the front line
Insurers have surprised the market recently by buying some big intermediaries, and there are signs of further upheaval. Katy Dowell reports
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News
Alec Finch Group sold to French broker
Current brand will be retained with Finch continuing to run UK operations
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Comments/Letters
Why I sold out to AXA
Stuart Reid says the strength of a large insurer will enable the broker to meet new market challenges
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News
CETA cashes in on Paymentshield move
Network to offer home cover to brokers affected by loss of trail commission
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News
AXA and VC ready to swoop on the AA
Bidding war for broker starts as investment relationship comes to an end
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News
Clowes sale funds THB war chest
THB looks to Lloyd's acquisition as it focuses on London market
