Consolidation
Blog: The M&A train
Darren Murphy explores how large M&A in the broker sector filters down into the regions.
Statutory pre-tax loss of £20m for GRP
However Mike Bruce points to 4% organic growth and suggests the business is on track to buy “double digit” businesses, including MGAs, in 2019.
Gallagher set to ink another deal before Christmas
Michael Rea reveals that a number of buys have been lined up for 2019.
GRP poised to buy Risk Alliance
It is understood Global Risk Partners swept in after negotiations between the Yorkshire-based broker and Broker Network broke down.
Axa to complete $15bn XL takeover tomorrow
Deal has received regulatory approval.
Broker Network buys North West broker
The business will act at Broker Network’s seventh “regional powerhouse”.
PIB buying spree continues
The consolidator buys Wheatley Wright Insurance Group two days after announcing Albany Childcare buy.
In Person: Covéa personal lines director Carol Geldard
Geldard on why the broker market resembles a family, acquisitions and gender diversity in the insurance sector.
Blog: Eight things to look out for at Biba 2018
As the UK insurance sector descends on Manchester for the 2018 British Insurance Brokers' Association Conference, Jonathan Swift predicts some of the key talking points on the floor and in the bars around the venue.
Podcast: The top five stories of the week
Insurance age content editor Jonathan Swift and editor Siân Barton discuss the week’s top stories for 7 – 11 May in our short podcast.
In Person: Konsileo CEO and co-founder John Warburton
Having secured £2.7m Series A funding from Committed Capital, Konsileo co-founder and CEO John Warburton tells Jonathan Swift how taking offence at consolidation and a digital role in Munich led him to start-up his own InsurTech broker
Predictions for 2018: Covéa Insurance
Covéa's Simon Cooter, Carol Geldard, Keith Hector and Sue Coffey share their thoughts on what will happen in the sector next year.
Predictions for 2018: Zurich's Roy Standish
Roy Standish, sales & distribution director at Zurich expects more consolidation and disruption in 2018.
Key moments in 2017: Aviva's Phil Bayles
Aviva's chief distribution officer reviews 2017.
Key moments in 2017: Allianz's Sarah Mallaby
Sarah Mallaby, director of broker markets, at Allianz Insurance reviews 2017.
Regional review: Northern powerhouse
With a vibrant independent broker market and strong presence from nationals and insurers, Leeds is going from strength to strength
Opinion: Olly Laughton-Scott on selling up successfully
Intelligent selling: It’s easy to take a wrong turn when selling your business. To help brokers avoid the pitfalls, Olly Laughton-Scott explains a few things he’s learnt from his 25 years’ M&A experience
Profile: On the acquisition trail
With consolidation firmly on the agenda in the broking sector, Ida Axling talks to seven experts in the industry on the opportunities and perils
In Person: Towergate Advisory's Joe Thelwell
The CEO of Towergate Advisory reveals how the business has transformed and talks about his broking roots
The Blog Spot: Consolidation and the independent broker
In a new wave of consolidation, what will happen to the small independent broker?
Succession planning: Consider consolidation
Consolidation can provide an elegant solution for brokers wanting a smooth transition when they sell their businesses, writes Sam Barrett
Video: Succession planning (5) – market dynamics
The opportunities for buyers in the regional market.
Video: Succession planning (4) – the range of funding options
The different sources of funding for MBOs or selling up and leaving the business come under the microscope.
News analysis: Private equity still making waves in market
Will PE investment lead to more smaller regional brokers being snapped up?