Analysis
The UK Broker Summit / Best Companies / In Focus
Brokers gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel in March to get under the skin of the issues affecting insurance in 2016.
Broking break: Risky Business
Our cartoon uncovers what's really going through the taxman's head
Broking break: And finally...
Ceta’s David Quick reveals what he thinks should happen to politicians who lie, while LV’s Euros Jones explains his love for South America
Market moves: Hotting up
As we look forward to spring and warmer weather, brokers and insurers alike have shown no intent to stop their recruitment pace.
Expertise from A-Z: Casualty - Into the unknown
The casualty landscape is ever-changing. Insurers and brokers must be aware of all developments when giving advice
The Stats: March 2016
Fears abound over the likelihood of another global downturn and many economic and financial indices paint a less than promising picture. The Acturis commercial lines indices for the fourth quarter of 2015 also raises some concerns when compared to the…
Market moves: Keep on keeping on
The industry has kept busy over the past few weeks, reporting a large number of people moves both within the broker and the insurer market.
Market moves: Starting with a bang
Brokers and insurers have started the year off with a bang – or for many at least a fresh challenge in the shape of a new job.
The Stats: February 2016
The private car insurance market has been on a mild roller-coaster ride over the last 12 months, according to the Average Premium Index from SSP.
Expertise from A-Z: Safe as houses
Overseas investment in London has meant high and stable property prices. How can insurers stay in touch in such a competitive arena?
Events: Up to the occasion
The past couple of months have resembled a whirlwind of an events season with no shortage of high-profile Insurance Age occasions.
Market moves: Recruitment wonderland
As we draw nearer the time for turkey, Christmas pudding and relaxation, the insurance sector has shown no signs of slowing down its recruitment pace.
The Stats: December 2015
As winter approaches, the world of commercial insurance has already experienced a relatively cold and dark period.
Expertise from A-Z: London property deals stacking up
The diverse scope of overseas clients requires greater communication than ever between insurer, broker and investor.
Market moves: New for old
It has been another busy period for brokers and insurers, with many swapping their old jobs for new ones.
Sentiment Survey November 2015: Scheme a little scheme for me
One of the strongest messages to come out of the latest Ageas-sponsored Sentiment Survey is the immense opportunities brokers see in schemes business. I have to confess this is music to my ears.
Join the great debate this November
At the end of November Insurance Age in association with the Chartered Insurance Institute will be launching an interactive online forum where you will be able to discuss important topical issues, using an Oxford-style debate.
The Stats: November 2015
The market for agricultural and farm insurance has been relatively flat over the last 12 months, according to the Average Premium Index from SSP.
Market moves: Back in the headlines
Never far from the headlines, Towergate once again kept the broker market talking with another restructure and high-profile leavers.
Best employers: Working smarter
The Best Employer category at this year’s UK Broker Awards highlighted some of the great companies to work for in the industry and shone a light on where brokers can improve employee performance and job satisfaction
The Stats: October 2015
The last twelve months have been relatively flat for the holiday homes insurance market for properties within the United Kingdom, judging by the latest statistics from SSP.
Expertise From A-Z: SMEs - Protecting SMEs
A Financial Conduct Authority thematic review found SMEs were being let down by claims handlers. What can the industry do to improve?
Expertise From A-Z: SMEs - Better use of data
There are huge amounts of data out there and it is now much easier for brokers to use and place business online – if only they were more aware of this
The Stats: September 2015 – The Acturis Premium Index
The Acturis indices for the second quarter of 2015 have revealed a calm period that saw most lines staying relatively flat. However there was still plenty to debate for our experts with four indices moving downwards and three of them moving slightly…