The rate debate

David Smith

Swiss insurer Zurich is the latest to attempt to push through rate increases. David Smith speaks to Martin Friel about his determination to make the increases stick and explains why he needs brokers on board to make it happen

We've been here before haven't we? One of the big players says it is determined to push rate increases through as they have no choice if they want to remain profitable. The market is made only too aware of what is happening in an attempt to gain support from competitors.

Earlier this year, it was Aviva that was increasing its rates. This time it is Zurich and the insurer is talking a good game. But looking back at Aviva's experience, can we be blamed for declining to hold our breath on this

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