Initial public offering (IPO)
Revenues up at Hyperion as management mulls IPO
Hyperion Insurance Group has reported revenue of £110.6m for 2012, up 42% from the £87m reported in 2011.
Growing SMEs: Room to manoeuvre
Small businesses are often subject to rapid change and growth, and it is essential that brokers and insurers understand how radically their risk profiles can evolve.
RBS finds buyers for first 33% stake in Direct Line
RBS has found buyers for the 33% stake in Direct Line it is selling to stock market investors.
Direct Line confirms float plans
Direct Line Group (DLG) has announced it will seek a flotation on the London Stock Exchange.
Duke Street Capital founder could bid for Direct Line
The founder of Duke Street Capital has registered his interest once again in snapping up Direct Line, the Daily Telegraph has reported.
Giles not headed for IPO chief exec insists
Brendan McManus, chief executive of Giles Insurance Brokers, has hit back at claims the company’s backers are looking for an exit as he moved to dampen rumours of an imminent market flotation.
Hodges outlines plans for Towergate
Mark Hodges has stated that he plans to develop a more corporate structure for Towergate.
Hyperion launches takeover bid for Lloyd's broker
Hyperion has entered into talks with Lloyd's broker Windsor regarding a potential offer.
New chairman for Howden
Howden Insurance Brokers has appointed Lorraine Adlam as chairman.
Hodges to continue acquisition drive at Towergate
Towergate chairman Alastair Lyons said he was "absolutely delighted" at the arrival of Mark Hodges from Aviva and promised the company would continue on its broker acquisition path.
Hastings Direct makes latest senior appointment
Hastings Direct has appointed a new managing director of retail.
Engelhardt voices support for Lyons
Henry Engelhardt, chief executive of Admiral, has praised the appointment of Alastair Lyons at Towergate describing him as a "very strong" individual.
Lyons in circus master role at Towergate
Towergate’s competitors will not see the “slightest” difference in its strategy following the appointment of Alastair Lyons as non-executive chairman.
Hastings hires ahead of planned flotation
Hastings Direct has appointed a new MD of insurer services ahead of its planned IPO next year.