M&A – Page 10
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News AnalysisBriefing: Consolidation shrinks UK broker volume – but paves way for new talent and insurtech entries
The number of retail brokers regulated by the FCA has reduced by 46% between 2006 and 2024 – this is leading to new trends and acquisition focuses across UKGI in 2025. However, more M&A is definitely on the cards…
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NewsCommercial £4m GWP broker acquired after 19 years
’This acquisition further strengthens our presence in the Midlands,’ says managing director
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NewsArdonagh ‘close to securing up to $2.5bn from investors’
The proceeds would reportedly be used to fund growth opportunities
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NewsBenefact-owned charity specialist acquires Chesterfield-based broker
’We are pleased to now have a hub in Derbyshire for the advantage of our staff and clients based in the north,’ says chief executive
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NewsEmployee-owned CPRI broker secures investment from PE firm
’It is time to revert to our origins by partnering with external minority shareholders, while retaining majority employee-ownership and our specialisation,’ says founder
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NewsHowden to make major UK acquisition to form new ‘global force in employee benefits’
’Together, we will take a leading position in our home markets of the UK and Ireland in employee benefits, as well as in insurance broking,’ says David Howden
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NewsLloyd’s broker rebrands after being acquired by Australian broking group
’This marks the beginning of a new value proposition and further cements our dedication to delivering innovative insurance product solutions,’ says chief executive
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NewsAllianz strives to build ‘personalised relationships with every broker in the UK’ – Colm Holmes
Technology advances have made it easier to connect with various sized brokers, rather than only having relationships with the industry’s giants, says insurer chief executive
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NewsScottish broker to rebrand as Howden announces acquisition
’The addition will further bolster our Howden Scotland business,’ says chief executive
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NewsUK M&A activity increases in 2024 despite shift in investor focus
’The market remains frothy, and while I can’t predict the future, it is ripe for more consolidation in 2025,’ says head
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NewsBspoke Group acquires subscription-based insurtech in expansion drive
‘We’re ready to unlock new opportunities and take our offering to the next level,’ says founder
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NewsLeeds-based duo launch new broker
’I now have the opportunity to work closely with my childhood friend and it’s a dream come true,’ says co-founder
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NewsHowden close to huge takeover deal and set for ‘£23bn stock market float’
The British broker is reportedly targeting a binding agreement to acquire a US-based rival
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NewsThis week’s biggest M&A stories
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest M&A stories from 10 to 14 March 2025
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NewsArdonagh Advisory acquires Blackpool-based broker
The firm ’will play a key role in strengthening our presence in Lancashire and driving future growth’, says northern managing director
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NewsPE firm acquires minority stake in broker Seventeen Group
The transaction represents the PE firm’s first investment in the UK insurance market
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News AnalysisBriefing: What the Aviva and Direct Line mega-deal means for UKGI
Shareholders have approved Aviva’s £3.7bn takeover of DLG, and the deal looks set for completion in mid-2025, but what does the acquisition mean for the two businesses? And how will it impact the wider market?
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NewsStrong interest in Esure as bids for insurance provider due in few weeks
Esure is currently owned by private equity firm Bain Capital
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NewsPIB Group marks ‘exciting milestone’ with acquisition of London-based MGA
The move enables ’our MGA division to enter the next phase of growth’, says chief executive
