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Howden 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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High 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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New London-based multiline underwriting business to launch
It will launch two core lines of business in early 2026
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Opinion: 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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Jensten 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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Howden 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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UK-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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Two 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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Manchester-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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Investment banking advisory firm completes acquisition of MarshBerry
’This is an important milestone for MarshBerry and our clients,’ says chief executive
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High 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
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AIG to invest in specialist insurer in deal worth over £1bn
’This is a very unique opportunity to invest in a top-performing global specialty company,’ says chief executive
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Global investment and insurance organisation acquires ERS owner
’The combination of our companies will give us a larger footprint in the London market and result in a stronger organisation,’ says chairman
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AIG to acquire renewal rights for majority of group’s retail insurance portfolios
’We expect these renewal rights transactions to drive incremental growth in our general insurance portfolio,’ says chief executive
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US PE firm completes investment in JMG Group
’Together, we’re ready to continue setting new standards in service and growth during this exciting new chapter,’ says chief executive
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JMG Group continues expansion with three family-run broker acquisitions
‘We give businesses the backing they need to grow, while respecting what makes them successful – their people, their independence and their connection to clients,’ says chief executive
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Brown and Brown acquires Kent-based commercial MGA
’Joining Brown and Brown Europe marks an exciting new chapter,’ says chief executive
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JMG Group expands commercial business with purchase of Glasgow-based broker
’We’re delighted they’ve chosen to become part of the JMG Group and we’re looking forward to supporting their continued success,’ says chief executive
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High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 13 October to 17 October 2025
News Analysis
Luisa Barile: From puppy to profit – how ManyPets learned new tricks for growth
‘I’ve told my team very clearly – I want us to be number one. Success means being the undisputed go-to for pet insurance in the UK,’ says chief executive
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