M&A – Page 96
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NewsHyperion poised for further acquisition ahead of flotation
It is important to build up the business before the IPO, says chairman
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FeaturesMatchmaker, matchmaker
Wealthy, daring, adventurous and assertive, private equity firms have plenty of the attributes you look for in a perfect partner. But as they cruise the insurance sector for prospective alliances, it’s worth remembering that they can be fickle and demanding too …
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NewsAon’s UK retail broking turnover falls 3% in 2010
New business contributed to organic growth of 6% in Q4
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NewsHands may grab a bargain as Chaucer bidding war hots up
Chaucer shares soar as Terra Firma chief Guy Hands announces intent to buy Lloyd’s insurer
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News AnalysisQ4 blip should not dampen hope of more deals in 2011
There’s no reason why activity should not pick up, despite a disappointing end to last year
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Online onlyGuy Hands' Terra Firma confirms Chaucer interest
Private equity firm responds to Chaucer bid speculation
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Online onlyBrightside buys Quote Exchange for £3.7m
Broker buys specialist distribution technology firm
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Breaking NewsAnglo aims to get Government backing for Quinn bid
Bank expects decision at the end of the week
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Online onlyBidding war erupts for Chaucer
Private equity tycoon Guy Hands and Canopius rumoured to be gunning for Lloyd's insurer
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AnalysisWhy private equity firms can't resist a broker
The Towergate/Advent deal shows how investing in brokers looks like a win-win situation for private equity houses
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Companies & MarketsHastings has high hopes for 2011
Edward Fitzmaurice explains how he will hit his £20m EBITDA target
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Online onlyPeter Cullum's Towergate stake down to 40%
Towergate founder's shareholding reduces after Advent deal
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NewsBrightside confident despite eLife squeeze on 2010 results
Policy sales increased by more than two-thirds last year
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NewsHaste could take on RSA/Aviva
Analysts unconvinced of deal taking place, but enthused at the prospect
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NewsJelf to build personal lines after healthy full-year results
Broker 'has historically not been as strong as it should be', say Alway
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NewsFlotation is Towergate’s next move
The £200m deal with Advent, to be sealed next week, is likely to lead to an IPO but no staff payouts or large acquisitions
