Insurer News – Page 629
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Biba calls for Government action on flood protection
£5m flood fund should include free home surveys
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Aon's third quarter profits nosedive 43%
Broking giant beats most analysts' expectations despite profit fall
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Half of mortgage advisers believe MPPI is limited by short payment
Survery reveals limitations of mortgage protection payment insurance.
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FeaturesThe tax world tour
This year Ireland is the favoured destination. But Bermuda is not far behind and Gibraltar deserves a mention. Oleg Vukmanovic looks at the tax benefits of leaving the UK – and why many companies still choose to stay.
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Cash-rich Japanese insurers consider Western acquisitions
Investors attracted by strong growth potential and cheap valuations, says KPMG.
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FeaturesRegional market spotlight: The North West
Manchester is becoming the location of choice for many insurers, while consolidators are targeting brokers all over the region.
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NewsAviva shares up 15% as it unveils £1.3bn surplus
Chief executive insists company’s capital position is strong though volumes may fall.
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NewsAll eyes on insurers as contagion spreads
Bank of England report and falling share prices stoke fears that insurance sector will be hit hard.
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NewsPaulson: no US bail-out cash for UK insurers
But British firms insist their capital position is strong and they don’t want help.
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NewsHiscox adds £210m to syndicates’ capital
Lloyd's insurer plans to take advantage of market turmoil.
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NewsBuilders warned of dangers in cut-price tenders
FSA warns contractors against cutting corners to save money.
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NewsDownturn forces Quinn to pull out of European markets
Insurer will run off businesses in Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. In Dublin, boss steps down after £2.6m fine from regulator.
