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FCA in the cold on European Brexit talks
Chief Andrew Bailey confirms that the regulator is not involved in all regulatory discussions on the UK’s EU exit.
Markerstudy moves from deficit to surplus with capital actions
Moves take £109m deficit to £20.6m surplus.
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Merged Lark and Aston Scott to pursue further consolidation
Peter Blanc says management structure of the merged businesses is yet to be decided as he reveals more deals are in the pipeline.
Aston Scott and Lark merger has strengthened specialisms, says Blanc
Peter Blanc lists HNW, renovation and motor trade as key strengths of the newly-merged organisation.
SSP launches SSP Broking
Adrian Coupland says offering is the first of a number of new developments.
Medical insurer launches cover with "pioneering treatments"
According to the insurer the policy offers treatments not available on the NHS or in the UK at international medical facilities.
Aston Scott and Lark Group to merge
Bowmark Capital largest shareholder as new company is set up to buy both brokers.
Nexus confirms plans for two more acquisitions with further to come
Firm describes MGA market as "red hot" for new starts and potential investor interest as it buys Vectura Underwriting.
Alps launches van bundle product
Van Driver Plus is a combination of three current products Auto Replace, Tools in Transit and Sole Trader Legal expenses.
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Acturis buys German-based Lutronik
Broker software company is located in Wesel.
Broking Break: Your top five of the week
Job losses at Lloyd’s, an acquisition, Apple’s cyber insurance plans, company results and rebrand head this week’s list of stories.
Fitch turns negative on Lloyd’s outlook
Rating remains the same at AA-.
Nexus buys marine cargo MGA from Aquila
The business has now moved to Nexus’ headquarters in Leadenhall Street.
InsurTech Futures: 86% of insurers worried about losing revenue to start-ups, says PwC
PwC says insurers' perception of InsurTech has changed over the last year.
InsurTech Futures: Pay-per-mile broker gets £350,000 investment
The on-demand motor start-up is gearing up for UK launch as it awaits FCA authorisation.
Ryan Direct Group eyes acquisitions as it rebrands after takeover
Company was bought by Towergate owners earlier this year.
InsurTech innovation vital to executing plan for growth, says CDL
According to the firm continual investment in research and development is an important part of its strategy.
MS Amlin picks Belgium as post-Brexit hub
According to the firm the change is expected to be completed in time for 2019 renewals.
Profits up 32% for Acturis in 2016
Software specialist delivers 20% rise in revenue.
Zurich buys travel disruptor Halo
The deal to buy the car rental insurance platform was for an undisclosed sum.
CDL's profit after tax soars 42% in 2016
Operating profit and turnover also rose.
Open GI partners with Equifax on fraud prevention
The software house is making Equifax checks available via its fraud validation platform.