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New MGA using AI-enhanced algorithmic underwriting launches
’The London market is not broken. It needs a steady hand to implement new technologies, such as AI, to enhance the way insurance operates,’ says chief executive
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MGA apologises after becoming aware of ‘wholly inappropriate and offensive’ internal email
’We are treating this with urgency and have launched an internal investigation to understand how this occurred,’ says spokesperson
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Ciaran Astin: Howden-owned KGM to ‘double in size’ as part of Dual UK growth push
‘Our ambition is to double the business in the medium term,’ says chief personal lines officer and managing director
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MGAs drive innovation in the insurance sector – FCA’s Matt Brewis
There has ’been a real growth in the MGA sector compared to general carriers and brokers,’ says FCA’s insurance director
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UK insurance distribution M&A has ‘slowest half year’ since H1 2019 – MarshBerry
’No single buyer has so far announced more than three deals in 2025,’ explains managing director
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Insurers must outpace claims inflation by identifying emerging ’unknowns’ – Peter Graham
The industry risks ‘missing a trick’ if it doesn’t adopt a broader perspective on claims inflation as ‘the game has changed’ due to global economic factors affecting settlement costs, says MGA’s non executive chairman
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High five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 30 June to 4 July 2025
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The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest moves and promotions from 30 June to 4 July 2025
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Nearly 60% of carriers set to increase MGA capacity in next two years – Clyde and Co
’This year’s report reflects a sector that remains dynamic and forward-looking, even as it faces mounting pressure from both economic volatility and regulatory scrutiny,’ says partner
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In Focus: The ‘very real challenge’ of MGA capacity amid soft market cycle – how can MGAs stand out?
’There is an inevitable pressure on firms to demonstrate how they can better manage their underwriting portfolios,’ says managing director
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Bridgehaven and IWG join up to launch insurance-backed guarantee for Iknowa
’By making best use of the Iknowa network and technology, we aim to deliver excellent support to the property owner at their time of need,’ says director
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Best performing MGA in UK revealed
’The standout story this year is productivity – MGAs are finding smarter ways to work and becoming leaner and more efficient in the process,’ says co-founder
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MGAs boost productivity as profits and growth come under pressure
Insurance DataLab shares exclusive insight from its soon to be published MGA Performance Report 2025, revealing the top performing firms in this industry subsector
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High five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 23 to 27 June 2025
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In Focus: Underwriting is the lifeblood of MGAs, but claims service must not be ignored
’Most MGAs aren’t huge and haven’t really got the infrastructure to manage claims. They’re focused on underwriting, so partnering with TPAs is critical to not having to worry about managing claims,’ says underwriting development manager
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Commercial MGA announces senior hire as it launches in Scotland
’Our £50m capacity on a five-year rolling basis allows us to be ambitious in our growth strategy,’ says chief executive
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MGA adds Financial and Legal to Gap panel
’Gap insurance remains a vital protection product for vehicle owners and an important revenue stream for brokers,’ says managing director
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More brokers drawn to MGAs with emerging talent and innovation commitment
‘As the war for talent intensifies, MGAs with strong cultures will stand out,’ says managing director
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MGA targeting more than £50m GWP by end of 2025
’We are confident that our strategy will not only allow us to exceed £50m GWP, but also reinforce our reputation as a trusted and forward-thinking partner,’ says managing director
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In Focus: Are brokers relying too heavily on MGAs to place niche risks and is this impacting market competitiveness?
The rise of MGAs has transformed the broker landscape over the past decade, with a Prestige Underwriting survey revealing that 42% of brokers turn to MGAs as their first port of call for placing non-standard risks. But what are the implications of a potential shift into overreliance on MGAs and ...