Mini-budget and pandemic showed need for more frequent reporting, regulator says
Nippon Life’s acquisition underscores sector’s struggle to find growth opportunities in its domestic market
Insurance entrepreneur dismisses criticism of UK government as ‘hogwash’ following his company’s deal with Nippon Life
Acquisition would be largest-ever overseas agreement by Japanese insurer
Union to raise objections over requirement that drivers be insured by panel of insurers selected by ride-hailing app
German and French groups could not find common ground on structure or who would control enlarged firm
Search by investigators for man alleged to have killed top US insurance executive stretches into third day
Deal agreed to create a £16bn insurance giant with a fifth of the UK motor insurance market
Jubilation among some users highlights scale of Americans’ frustration over their health system
Combined group would control a fifth of UK motor insurance market
FTSE 100 insurer makes second bid for its smaller rival at 261p a share
Two-thirds of global losses were in the US after two devastating hurricanes
Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costs
Key investors say they support Direct Line’s decision not to engage with its larger rival
Sector left reeling after court backs consumer complaints about ‘secret commissions’ on car loans
Three US life insurers in ‘hazardous financial condition’ after sports buying spree unravels
A combination would redraw the UK insurance market
Contact could pave way for hostile takeover bid for smaller rival
The UK insurer is probably betting that, given the juicy savings on offer, it can squeeze Aviva for more
Consultation by insurance regulator comes amid growing scrutiny of risks building in offshore reinsurance deals
Motor insurer says cash and shares proposal undervalues business
White Oak’s new claims hinge on communications indicating concerns at Marsh over failed firm’s credit insurance provider
West Worcestershire MP urges Environment Agency to expedite permanent scheme as storm causes damage across country
Deal would bring together two of the biggest European names in sector
FCA review shows some firms take up to four months
