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Hybrid fronting insurer finalises first acquisition to drive European push

2025-12-03T13:00:00+00:00By Harry McNeil

‘This is about creating opportunity, confidence and capability for MGAs that need an EU solution that is both entrepreneurial and robust,’ says chief executive

Briefing: The Europe opportunity – why is it so hard to crack?

2025-12-03T11:00:00+00:00By Lee Anderson

Although many UK brokers are looking to expand into Europe, it is a mistake to treat this jurisdiction as the UK’s mirror image. It is partnerships, not just acquisitions, that will unlock European potential

Domestic and General acquired by US-based insurance firm

2025-12-03T09:12:00+00:00By James Cowen

’We look forward to welcoming the Domestic and General team,’ says chief executive

Clear Group expands into Scotland with commercial broker acquisition

2025-12-02T12:29:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

’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

Middle stresses that Ageas UK’s commitment to brokers is ‘undiminished’ after deals

2025-12-02T08:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’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

TBIG-owned broker marks sixth deal of 2025 with new acquisition

2025-12-02T07:00:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

’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

Partners& enters Lloyd’s market with broker acquisition

2025-11-28T07:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’This acquisition represents our first step in building our Lloyd’s broking business,’ says chief executive

Peter Cullum-backed MBP takes minority stake in Sussex broker

2025-11-27T10:45:00+00:00By George McDade

‘We are excited to partner with MBP to support the next phase of our growth,’ says director

New London based insurance intermediary group launches with ex-Kentro leader as boss

2025-11-27T09:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’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

Aviva to divest from DLG’s By Miles after acquisition

2025-11-26T10:16:00+00:00By James Cowen

’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

Briefing: Is private equity taking the right approach when backing broking businesses?

2025-11-26T09:00:00+00:00By Katie Scott

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

Digital MGA purchases family-run broker based in Bolton

2025-11-20T07:00:00+00:00By George McDade

‘This partnership combines our trusted specialist approach with Ripe’s innovative technology and digital capabilities,’ says founder

Howden agrees to acquire Aviva-backed Scottish insurance scheme after review

2025-11-18T09:30:00+00:00By James Cowen

’This agreement has been long in the making,’ says commercial director

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2025-11-14T15:00:00+00:00

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 10 November to 14 November 2025

New London-based multiline underwriting business to launch

2025-11-13T10:00:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

It will launch two core lines of business in early 2026

Opinion: German family owned brokers present next M&A sweet spot for consolidators

2025-11-12T08:00:00+00:00By Katie Scott

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

Jensten buys family-owned broker in first deal of post-Bain Capital era

2025-11-11T12:00:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

’We’re all really looking forward to working with the team and developing our presence in the north east region,’ says group chief executive

Howden makes UK acquisition as it looks to continue growth in employee benefits sector

2025-11-11T09:04:00+00:00By James Cowen

’This acquisition reinforces Howden’s investment in our market-leading, full-service employee benefits proposition,’ says managing director of Howden Employee Benefits

UK-based boutique insurance technology firm acquired

2025-11-06T13:21:00+00:00By James Cowen

’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

Two specialty MGAs merge after FCA approval

2025-11-05T12:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’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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