M&A – Page 4
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NewsClear Group expands into Scotland with commercial broker acquisition
’This acquisition is the first step in our ambitious plans to expand further in Scotland through additional acquisitions and new hires,’ says group chief executive
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NewsMiddle stresses that Ageas UK’s commitment to brokers is ‘undiminished’ after deals
’We need to keep our eye on the market and our distribution partners to make sure we continue to do the things that are so important to us,’ says chief executive
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NewsTBIG-owned broker marks sixth deal of 2025 with new acquisition
’All shareholders have retained a significant stake and we’re excited to build on our strong foundations, support our existing clients and continue our growth journey,’ says managing director
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NewsPartners& enters Lloyd’s market with broker acquisition
’This acquisition represents our first step in building our Lloyd’s broking business,’ says chief executive
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NewsPeter Cullum-backed MBP takes minority stake in Sussex broker
‘We are excited to partner with MBP to support the next phase of our growth,’ says director
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NewsNew London based insurance intermediary group launches with ex-Kentro leader as boss
’We will be looking to acquire in the broad international insurance intermediary space and already have a rich pipeline of M&A opportunities in play,’ says leader
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NewsAviva to divest from DLG’s By Miles after acquisition
’By Miles will no longer offer quotes to new or renewing customers and the customer base will be wound down over the next 18 months,’ says spokesperson
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News AnalysisBriefing: Is private equity taking the right approach when backing broking businesses?
Panellist notes that the private equity ‘playbook’ for investing in brokers ‘has to change’ because ‘it doesn’t fit’ today’s business models and landscape
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NewsDigital MGA purchases family-run broker based in Bolton
‘This partnership combines our trusted specialist approach with Ripe’s innovative technology and digital capabilities,’ says founder
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NewsHowden agrees to acquire Aviva-backed Scottish insurance scheme after review
’This agreement has been long in the making,’ says commercial director
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NewsHigh Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 10 November to 14 November 2025
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NewsNew London-based multiline underwriting business to launch
It will launch two core lines of business in early 2026
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News AnalysisOpinion: German family owned brokers present next M&A sweet spot for consolidators
Brokers in Germany are fast becoming ‘very attractive to prospective international buyers’ as ‘mature’ UK market displays ‘an increasing scarcity of targets and limited runway’ around M&A opportunities
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NewsJensten buys family-owned broker in first deal of post-Bain Capital era
’We’re all really looking forward to working with the team and developing our presence in the north east region,’ says group chief executive
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NewsHowden makes UK acquisition as it looks to continue growth in employee benefits sector
’This acquisition reinforces Howden’s investment in our market-leading, full-service employee benefits proposition,’ says managing director of Howden Employee Benefits
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NewsUK-based boutique insurance technology firm acquired
’Our strategy is to work with specialist providers who already deliver market-leading technology and give them the backing and tools to go even further,’ says chief executive
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NewsTwo specialty MGAs merge after FCA approval
’This deal makes us an even stronger home for ambitious and experienced underwriters and enhances our ability to execute on both team hires and select acquisitions,’ says chief executive
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NewsManchester-based broker completes buyout of non-standard broker that entered administration
’This pre-packaged deal meant we could quickly ensure continuity of cover and bring these customers the support of a specialist broker experienced in these specialist insurance markets,’ says managing director
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NewsInvestment banking advisory firm completes acquisition of MarshBerry
’This is an important milestone for MarshBerry and our clients,’ says chief executive
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NewsHigh Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 27 October to 31 October 2025
