Aviva and RSA silent on Allianz buy speculation

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Aviva and RSA saying nothing on rumours they are targets for Allianz as analyst says a big UK deal would make sense for the German insurer.

Aviva and RSA have both declined to comment on speculation that they are seen as potential UK acquisitions by Allianz CEO Oliver Bäte.

It was reported earlier this week that Bäte wants Allianz to make a large UK deal and has engaged investment bankers to develop a hit list.

Spokespeople for Aviva and RSA both said that they do not comment on market speculation when approached by Insurance Age.

Allianz also declined to say anything.

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However, Olly Laughton-Scott, director of

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