International ratings agency Fitch has affirmed it AA-minus rating on Dutch banking group ING, citing its strong domestic and European franchise and its "bancassurance" and international insurance operations.

The long-term outlook remains stable.

The agency said ING's geographical and business diversity was a key component of the group's overall strength.

ING reported an 8.4% rise in group operational profits for the first nine months of the year, thanks to a 25% increase in its insurance operations to €2.1bn (£1.3bn). Banking operations fell 12.5% to €1.2bn (£748.3m).

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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