Commercial
Ageas' profitability back to pre-Ogden levels
CEO Andy Watson says motor was the "star of the show" in 2018, comments on Brexit preparations and addresses potential redundancies in Stoke and Port Solent offices.
NIG develops Brexit stock cover extension
It has been added to a number of lines following reports about companies increasing the level of stock-piling to prepare for the UK leaving the EU.
Ageas UK sees profit jump in 2018
COR improved to 96.8% for the year, but GWP fell across all of its divisions as results are announced amid business restructure.
Video: Cardiff regional review part one
Brokers in the Welsh capital talk to news editor Ida Axling about the local insurance market.
Momentum partners with FMG on motor claims
Service is aimed at clients with a private or commercial motor or motor fleet policy.
PIB Group expands into Ireland
The business now has an Irish base following the acquisition of Optis Insurance as PIB prepares for Brexit.
Allianz prepared for "turbulent" 2019
UK CEO Jon Dye pledges commitment to brokers as Brexit uncertainty impacts the market.
Profits up at Allianz in 2018
But GWP dipped slightly as personal lines business transferred to LV.
MS Amlin unveils technology combined product
Covers available include cyber, business interruption, terrorism and public liability.
Using technology to give mid-market clients a corporate insurance experience
Too large to benefit from government initiatives but too small to employ their own risk managers, mid-market businesses can inadvertently find themselves taking on unexpected levels of risk. As these businesses grow and face new and increasingly complex…
In-depth - commercial: Taking stock
In the uncertainty surrounding Brexit, businesses have started to stockpile supplies, but this could lead to changes in the risk they face and even underinsurance. Edward Murray investigates
Brokers' Brexit worries are growing, says Aviva
But research from the insurer shows that the number of brokers with succession plans in place has doubled since May 2018.
In-depth - commercial: Storage wars
The expanding self-storage market presents opportunities for both commercial and personal lines brokers, reports Edward Murray
Quizzical Questions: 8 February 2019
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
ECIC launches LEI for contractors
First new product since Markel takeover.
Biba books Boris for 2019 conference
Event in Manchester on 15-16 May is themed as ‘Leading the Way’.
Biba maintains warning on FSCS levy
FSCS planning for £516m budget.
GRP buys Peter Cullum-owned Trimulgherry
Business is made up of nine firms, one of which will be GRP's retail hub for North London and Essex.
Chubb targets media industry
Insurer focuses on middle market and multinational clients.
Profits slide at Aon in 2018
Revenue increases by 8% at the broking giant.
Podcast: The top five stories of the week
Ida Axling and Emmanuel Kenning share their view on the news behind the top five headlines of the week.
Quizzical Questions: 1 February 2019
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Renovation launches product for unoccupied properties
The MGA, launched last year by former Sterling head Nicholas Cooper, has designed the cover for larger residential and commercial properties.
Profits rebound for Marsh owner in 2018
Global giant’s revenue rises 6.6%.