News Analysis
News analysis: Brokers branch out into Europe as Brexit countdown continues
As the uncertainty over Theresa May’s withdrawal agreement drags on, many brokers have made moves to try to offset any changes to rules governing trade with European Union countries
News analysis: FCA bares teeth on personal lines
Regulator launches motor and home study and releases findings of pricing probe
At the crossroads: Changes at RSA, Aviva and Ageas add to market uncertainty
Management shake-ups and changes in appetite for some classes of business at several providers may herald trouble for brokers
News analysis: Brokers ready to pounce after MMC’s JLT deal
Staff cuts and exits for disgruntled JLT staff predicted after Marsh’s $5.6bn takeover announced
News analysis: Chartered status: Is it worth it?
As the CII ponders the future of Chartered status, an Insurance Age poll reveals what consumers think of it
News analysis: Dual pricing in regulator’s sights despite delay
FCA is undertaking diagnostic work to check pricing practices work well for customers
News analysis: Could and should Compass and Broker Network merge?
Speculation over the future of the two networks as brokers respond to HPS’s Compass buy
News analysis: Brokers welcome IDD delay
UK brokers did not know what the rules would look like until January this year
News analysis: Mind the knowledge gap
Insurance education shortfall revealed by FCA creates opportunity for brokers
News analysis: Allianz and LV deal sees personal and commercial lines business shake-up
Personal lines moved to LV brand as commercial lines go to Allianz as part of £713m deal
News analysis: FCA sends warning on renewal rules
The industry reacts after the regulator clamped down on Admiral over renewal wordings
News analysis: Towergate investors to create insurance giant
Market reacts to HPS and MDP plans to amalgamate their UK insurance investments – including Towergate, Autonet, Chase Templeton, Direct Group and Price Forbes – into one group
News analysis: Open GI promises “something truly new” to the market after Transactor deal
Market reacts as software house buys rival and promises investment in technology
CII gazes into the future of commercial broking
Standards body says value-added services are key to broking’s success
News analysis: Insurers take a hit from discount rate cut
Brokers prepare for premium hikes as insurers calculate the cost of Lord Chancellor’s Ogden rate change
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News analysis: Brokers urged to check FCA warnings
Regulator’s list of unauthorised firms is “useful and accessible” for brokers, says compliance expert
News analysis: Private equity still making waves in market
Will PE investment lead to more smaller regional brokers being snapped up?
News analysis: Lloyd’s booze ban splits opinion
The market reacts to prohibition on daytime drinking
News analysis: Insurers gear up for discount rate change
Fears raised that premiums will rise and consumer churn may increase
News analysis: Towergate unit was “destined to fail”
Brokers question logic of opening call centre as consultation on future of Manchester unit begins
News analysis: FCA consultation continues as FSCS hits brokers with levy hike
Industry reels as regulator weighs up options for funding compensation scheme
News analysis: LV’s pull out from broker home insurance raises concerns
Experts remain upbeat about brokers’ future in personal lines
News analysis: Brokers back Biba at manifesto launch
Members and wider market broadly welcome trade body’s manifesto priorities for 2017