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UK insurers to be profitable in 2026 amid ‘steady but subdued’ global growth – Moody’s Ratings
The latest P&C Global Outlook report from Moody’s Ratings highlights key areas that will make or break UK insurer profitability amid overall ‘steady but subdued’ global economic growth
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Private equity firm reportedly weighs $1bn specialty broker sale
A formal sale process could begin later this year, according to a report
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Biba Manifesto 2026: Trade body seeks new Financial Services Bill
‘It’s not easy asking for a bill that isn’t in the King’s speech, that’s quite a challenge, but we just think it’s a necessity if we’re going to actually make these changes happen,’ says broker body chief executive
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Schemes brokers enjoy commission growth after strong year for large schemes
Many large schemes saw solid growth in the second half of 2025, increasing net commission earnings for brokers and strengthening hopes for continued growth in the coming year
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Markel eyes UK life sciences growth with new combined proposition
‘Life Science Combined is a key addition to our proposition suite. It will enable us to grow our presence in the sector and support our ambitious plans for 2026 and beyond,’ says managing director
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UK regulation driving commercial insurance away from London, Zurich tells Lords
‘Some providers are exiting the market because the regulation is too prescriptive and difficult,’ says chief compliance officer
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Addept Insurance appoints new head of claims operations
’It is an exciting time to join the team and help to shape the claims operations, ensuring they continue to deliver as we see future product and client growth,’ says appointee
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New specialty trade MGA launched by Blenheim Partnerships
‘Under the Blenheim banner, we have a first-class and nimble team with the freedom to innovate and underwrite,’ says incoming chief executive
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MGA targets PI expansion as new long-term capacity deal agreed
’This agreement represents a major milestone,’ says chief executive
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Axa veteran retires after two and a half decades at insurer
‘His foresight, expertise and experience has touched so many areas of our commercial business and the wider industry and he’ll be greatly missed,’ says chief executive
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‘Surging capacity’ and new entrants to keep London market competitive in 2026 – Amwins
‘Some sectors are experiencing meaningful softening, while others still face pressure from loss trends, inflation and evolving exposures,’ says chief executive
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Lloyd’s broker enters speciality market with senior appointment
‘As we continue to grow, broadening our risk appetite and expertise is the logical next phase of our development,’ says chief executive
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