Howden Analysis
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IT InterviewCarl Shuker: ‘Single Howden brand’ seeks to continue growth trajectory by being ‘client centric’
UK and Ireland chief executive believes ‘there is still a huge demand for advice’ from insurance ‘clients of all shapes and sizes’
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News AnalysisBriefing: Turning point for geopolitical risk in 2024?
With elections in 2024 set to introduce an additional dose of unpredictability into an already volatile environment, businesses need to prepare for and protect themselves against escalating political-related risks.
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News AnalysisBriefing: AI must be used intelligently to augment people-based insurance sector
It is imperative to embrace the opportunities AI can offer in terms of back office functionality, but insurance professionals shouldn’t fear for their jobs just yet
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News AnalysisIn Focus: How can brokers showcase their value to insurers via specialist schemes?
Insurance Times asks industry experts how brokers can leverage specialty and expertise to increase their value
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News AnalysisBriefing: Industry must show sexy side to win war for talent and ensure succession planning
If the UK insurance market is to retain its global standing and attract technology-minded staff, then industry-wide diversity strategies and a branding overhaul must be the focus for firms
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News AnalysisBriefing: Role models, work life balance and self-belief vital to improving representation for women
In the first of her new monthly columns for Insurance Times, Kelly Ogley lays out three steps the sector should take to increase female representation in c-suites
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News AnalysisBriefing: 1 January 2024 renewals evidence of the end of the world’s ‘holiday from history’
’The higher costs of goods and capital, civil unrest, deglobalisation and heightened security threats have ended the world’s holiday from history,’ says new report
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IT InterviewDavid Flint: Lloyd’s of London’s first black broker
’It’s never nice to think that someone may dislike you because of your skin colour,’ says chief executive
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News AnalysisBriefing: New product launch points to clear shift towards climate change resilience for clients
The launch of a parametric product for climate risks may provide a glimpse into the future, says Jon Guy
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News AnalysisIs regional growth a double-edged sword for the London market?
’There is a “massive opportunity’ for collaboration between regional hubs and the London market, says head of M&A
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News AnalysisIs telematics undergoing a mass market transformation?
’If adopted on a mass market basis, then it can cater to all,’ says chief data officer
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News AnalysisSpecialisation spells survival for SME brokers in evolving landscape
SME brokers will continue to play a ’significant role’ in the insurance market while maintaining their independence, says head of M&A
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News AnalysisBriefing: French riots provide further evidence of the potential systemic risks of civil unrest
Violence has followed a pattern by swiftly propagating across the country and causing headaches for specialist insurers
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News AnalysisThe Big Question June 2023: What was the most important lesson learnt at the Biba Conference 2023?
Insurance Times poses the question to eight industry leaders after the industry collaborated to rise to the challenge earlier in May.
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News AnalysisBriefing: Is mid-market consolidation coming to an end?
It is surely too soon to sound the death knell for broking M&A just yet, based on recent activity
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News AnalysisBriefing: Finally, an opportunity that is truly sustainable
Broker report flags emerging opportunity for London market firms – but competition could be fierce
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News AnalysisOpinion: M&A fuels record aggregate brokerage growth
Last year’s private equity investments and broker consolidation caused hikes in aggregate brokerage across this year’s top 50 brokers – but will this be repeated in 2023?
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News AnalysisIn Focus: Broker schemes present an opportunity to better serve clients’ needs
‘By definition, if you’ve created a scheme, you’ve created a unique selling point,’ says group chief executive
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News AnalysisBriefing: Brokers are looking for silver linings in economic storm clouds
Macroeconomic conditions are still tough, but it’s time for brokers to roll up their sleeves and embrace the opportunities this could present
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News AnalysisBriefing: M&A ‘hyperactivity’ could signal future consolidation play
Brokers investing in a quantity of M&A deals could be looking to up their value ahead of consolidation conversations
