M&A
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News AnalysisAs sharks circle, who gets swallowed in insurance consolidation?
‘If you’re an insurer without scale and not a specialist, that middle ground is a difficult place to inhabit. I suspect some of those insurers will get squeezed in a soft market,’ says chief broking officer
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NewsBspoke establishes new retail arm after NFP deal
’I’m very proud of the progress we’ve made and confident that this new structure will kick-start the next stage of our journey,’ says retail managing director
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NewsManchester-based commercial broker acquired by SRG
’This is a really exciting step forward for our business,’ says managing director
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NewsDoes Sompo’s ‘shock’ purchase of Aspen signal a new wave of reinsurance M&A?
Following a stagnant period of acquisition activity in reinsurance, ‘inorganic growth’ could now be ‘possible and desirable’ thanks to excess market capital and a drive for diversification
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NewsJMG Group scoops up another trio of brokers in latest acquisition spree
‘Each of these businesses has built its reputation on personal service, knowledge and a deep understanding of its clients,’ says chief executive
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NewsSRG acquires motorsport team from Seventeen Group-owned broker
’This move positions us a true leader in the motorsport market and supports our continued ambition to build one of the most respected entertainment and sport practices in the market,’ says group deputy chief executive
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NewsNew service to address M&A challenges for brokers and MGAs unveiled
’Our unique combination of M&A expertise, talent acquisition capabilities and deep understanding of insurance technology platforms creates value that conventional advisors simply cannot deliver,’ says chief executive of M&A
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NewsAlchemy agrees sale of Apollo to NASDAQ-listed Skyward Specialty
‘This transaction is a fantastic result for our investors and we are confident the business will continue to thrive through its new partnership,’ says partner
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NewsTwo more brokers rebrand after being acquired by US-based firm
’Our presence in the UK is developing into a highly connected brand entity, with significant specialist knowledge led by a world-class team of experts,’ says UK chief executive
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NewsFormer Esure owner agrees to acquire Jensten Group in major deal
’With Bain Capital’s backing and deep sector experience, we’ll continue to attract new talent, expand our product offering, empower our brokers and strengthen our position,’ says chief executive
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NewsInsurer cites ‘increased Consumer Duty’ as it sells renewal rights to broker
’Regulatory requirements and increased Consumer Duty are making it more difficult for smaller independent companies to operate, consequently we felt it was time to pass the baton,’ says partner
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NewsSompo spends $3.5bn to buy Aspen as part of diversification plan
‘Strategic acquisitions have been a key part of our growth plan to build a robust and diversified global P&C platform – and Aspen represents an excellent opportunity at the right time in the market cycle,’ says insurer’s P&C boss
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NewsHigh Five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 18 to 22 August 2025
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News AnalysisBriefing: Why M&A can no longer be the default growth strategy
The data indicates that acquisition activity is – at last – decelerating in UKGI. However, this is no bad thing, indicating that growth strategies are increasingly considering sustainability rather than just scale
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NewsMarkel completes sale of reinsurance renewal rights
’This move will sharpen our focus on doing more of what we do best so that we can grow our core specialty insurance business,’ says chief executive
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IT InterviewMichael Rea: How AssuredPartners deal will help grow Gallagher’s UK and Ireland arm
’It’s probably the biggest retail transaction we’ll have done in the UK, certainly in my time here in 10 years,’ says UK and Ireland chief executive
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NewsGallagher’s Rea explains why talks to acquire PIB Group ended
At the 2025 Biba Conference in May, rumours were circulating that Gallagher could be closing in on a deal for PIB Group
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NewsGallagher completes major $12.45bn acquisition
’I am confident the combination will deliver tremendous value to our clients and our shareholders,’ says chief executive
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NewsAviva’s Storah gives update on DLG integration following takeover
’We have the teams and performance frameworks in place around the running of that business,’ says UK&I GI boss
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NewsSRG expands wholesale footprint with acquisition of London broker
‘Its strong technical expertise in construction and engineering, combined with a global outlook, is completely aligned with our values,’ says group deputy chief executive
