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Allianz CEO "pessimistic" about commercial premium outlook
Allianz has reported gross written premiums up 4.1% in the third quarter of 2010 compared to the same period a year before.
Allianz CEO "pessimistic" about commercial premium outlook
Allianz has reported gross written premiums up 4.1% in the third quarter of 2010 compared to the same period a year before.
Willis appoints two new MDs for its network business
Willis has appointed two new regional managing directors for Willis Networks, the broker’s alliance with local, independent brokers in the UK.
RFIB claims Australian success
RFIB Group has lauded its Australian energy subsidiary after winning more than 20 clients in its first year of operation.
Penny Black's insurance week
The first day at a new job can certainly be stressful, what with new colleagues and a host of new challenges.
Aussie giant Wesfarmers stalks Barbon in UK push
Wesfarmers is poised to become the latest Australian financial services giant to make a serious play for the UK market with a sizable acquisition.
In series - property claims: I'm sticking with you
Insurers have sometimes been criticised for not doing enough to retain existing clients. Sam Barrett investigates how advances in property claims handling are helping to address this cost-efficient issue.
View from the top: Rising to the challenge
It's no secret insurers are generally seeing continued pressure on the bottom line. A combination of reduced volumes, reduced investment returns and high claims costs have made trading profitably a challenge.
Motor increase is not a 'market failure'
The increase in motor insurance premiums is problematic without being a "market failure" according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Interview - Ray Cox: True Brit
Brit may have taken its time in naming a new UK CEO, but now Ray Cox is in place he tells Jonathan Swift he is eager to build on his forerunner's legacy.
Underwriting Service Awards 2010
Post is proud to introduce the Underwriting Service Awards 2010, an awards evening rewarding excellence and achievement in underwriting.
Commercial property - valuations: Wide of the mark
With recent figures suggesting as many as 77% of buildings are currently underinsured, Rachel Gordon investigates the root causes and potential solutions.
High net worth - distribution: Defending their niche
Following reports in Post that the mid and high net worth markets have been experiencing an increase in competition and downward pressure on rates, Ralph Savage discusses what reaction this has elicited from insurers and brokers in terms of their…
Towergate considers legal action over staff defections
Towergate is mulling legal action over a team of former employees that have left its Hertfordshire operation to join a local rival.
Post Magazine – 11 November 2010
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Post in print - 11 November 2010
News editor Mairi MacDonald outlines the main news from this week's issue of Post.
Cullum snares BIB businesses
Cullum Capital Ventures has completed the acquisition of two businesses in the North east of England.
Beazley extends data breach cover
Beazley has doubled the number of people eligible for notification and credit monitoring protection under its data breach insurance policy, Beazley Breach Response.
Marsh lands RFU sponsorship
Marsh has been named the official insurance broker of the Rugby Football Union and a sponsor of the RFU’s community rugby programme.
68 staff at risk as Choice Quote business moved to Carole Nash
Following a business review, Groupama-owned GUK Broking Services has announced proposals for change to the future business model of its ChoiceQuote Insurance Services subsidiary.
Former Axa and HSBC manager Wheddon to head up R&Q MGA start up
Randall & Quilter has received regulatory approval for its first two group owned managing general agents, R&Q Commercial Risk Services and R&Q Risk Services Canada. Both MGAs have now commenced underwriting.
Ink in ‘unique’ position with rebrand
Giles-owned Ink Underwriting Agencies has rebranded as Ink Insurance in a move to become a one-stop shop for smaller brokers struggling to place business with insurers.
Biba outlines eight point motor insurance plan to government
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has called on the Government to implement an eight point plan to reduce the spiralling cost of motor insurance.
Ageas and L&G join green insurance panel
Eco insurance brand I Buy Eco, has today announced the expansion of its home insurance panel with insurers Legal & General and Ageas.