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City A.M. • Aug 14, 2025

Admiral: Shares surge after FTSE 100 giant’s profit jumps

Admiral experienced a notable increase in market value following a considerable rise in first-half earnings, driven by strong performance in its UK insurance division and revenue f...

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City A.M. • Aug 14, 2025

Aviva’s profit soars ahead of merger with Direct Line

Aviva’s operating profit increased by over 20 percent in the first half of the year, reflecting robust performance in its core sectors prior to finalizing the takeover of a key com...

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City A.M. • Aug 13, 2025

Beazley: Shares slump after profit falls

Beazley experienced a significant decline in first-half earnings for 2025, which led to a notable decrease in its stock value, reflecting investor concerns about the company’s fina...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 26, 2025

Two-fifths of mobile phone thefts in Europe happen in UK, shows insurance data

The rising number of mobile phone theft claims in the UK, especially in London, highlights a growing financial burden for insurers and potentially higher costs for consumers in the...

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Kiplinger • Jul 25, 2025

How Divorced Retirees Can Maximize Their Social Security Benefits: A Case Study

This case study illustrates how individuals who are divorced can increase their retirement income by understanding eligibility criteria and utilizing alternative benefit options li...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

London Foundation for Banking & Finance appoints new trustees

The addition of three experienced professionals from finance, insurance, and private equity to the foundation’s board is expected to enhance its strategic oversight and drive more...

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Kiplinger • Jul 18, 2025

Do You Need Flood Insurance? I'm an Insurance Expert, and Here's Where You Can Get It

Because typical homeowners policies exclude flood-related damage, securing separate flood insurance—available from government programs like FEMA or private insurers—is essential to...

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CoinDesk • Jul 08, 2025

Risk, Reward, and Resilience: Building Insurance Primitives in DeFi

Developing reliable insurance mechanisms in decentralized finance can strengthen market stability by increasing liquidity, boosting trust among participants, and encouraging more u...

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City A.M. • Jul 04, 2025

Apollo-backed group makes £5.7bn swoop for Pension Insurance Corporation

The acquisition of Pension Insurance Corporation by Athora, supported by Apollo, represents a major financial move that significantly increases combined assets and expands coverage...

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Sky News Money • Jul 02, 2025

Apollo-backed Athora closes in on £6bn Pension Insurance Corporation deal

A savings and retirement services firm supported by Apollo Global Management is nearing the completion of an approximately £6 billion acquisition of Pension Insurance Corporation,...

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City A.M. • Jul 01, 2025

Lloyd’s chair says marketplace must ‘extend’ leading position

The new leadership at Lloyd’s aims to build on its market dominance, recognizing the sector’s crucial role in national economic development as highlighted in the government’s Indus...

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City A.M. • Jul 01, 2025

Aviva’s £3.7bn takeover of Direct Line approved by UK watchdog

The regulatory approval of Aviva’s £3.7 billion acquisition of Direct Line clears the path for a major consolidation in the UK insurance market, potentially reshaping competition i...

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Globe and Mail Investing • Jun 26, 2025

Renting out your car or backyard to generate extra cash? What to know about insurance

Making personal property available for short-term rental can increase the likelihood of damage or loss, highlighting the importance of understanding insurance coverage to manage po...

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Crypto News • Jun 25, 2025

Crypto.com secures $120m insurance for U.S. custody platform

Crypto.com has obtained $120 million in insurance protection for its U.S. custody services, enhancing the security and financial safeguards for digital assets stored on its platfor...

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Business Insider Markets • Jun 16, 2025

Form 8.3 - The Vanguard Group, Inc.: Direct Line Insurance Group plc

The disclosed filing indicates a significant investment adjustment by a major asset management firm in the insurance sector, potentially impacting market perceptions and shareholde...

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Globe and Mail Investing • Jun 13, 2025

In today’s mixed-signal mortgage market, getting a rate hold is a smart move

Securing a fixed mortgage rate provides financial stability by protecting borrowers from potential interest rate increases, helping them manage future payments more predictably in...

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Financial Times • Jun 03, 2025

How Blackstone and its biggest rivals are drifting apart

Blackstone’s continued reliance on traditional fee structures contrasts with competitors like Apollo and KKR, who are adopting insurance-backed strategies, potentially reshaping re...

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CoinDesk • May 30, 2025

Downside Insurance on BlackRock's Spot Bitcoin ETF is Now Pricer Than Bullish Bets

The cost of protective options for BlackRock's Spot Bitcoin ETF has decreased, indicating that investors currently assign lower premiums to downside risk compared to optimistic mar...

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ABC News Business • May 29, 2025

Flooded residents priced out of soaring insurance left with 'nothing'

Rising insurance premiums following recent floods have placed significant financial strain on residents, prompting calls for government investment in protective measures to help mi...

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CoinDesk • May 28, 2025

From Steam Engines to Ethereum Staking: How Insurance Enables Innovation

Providing coverage for validator rewards reduces risk barriers, allowing the development of new financial instruments that were previously considered unattainable within the evolvi...

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Kiplinger • May 23, 2025

Does Cruise Insurance Cover Pirates and Other Unexpected Risks?

Travel insurance for cruises often addresses coverage for unforeseen incidents, including crimes and various maritime hazards, highlighting the importance of understanding policy d...

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City A.M. • May 21, 2025

M&S: Cyber attack to hit profit by £300m

Marks and Spencer anticipates a substantial reduction in this year’s earnings due to a recent cyber incident, although the financial impact may be partly offset by cost controls, i...

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City A.M. • May 20, 2025

Saga more than doubles CEO’s pay despite losing £160m

Despite reporting a substantial financial loss of £160 million, the company significantly increased its chief executive’s compensation to nearly £1.9 million for the fiscal year en...

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The Guardian – Business • May 18, 2025

Five common banking mistakes – and how to avoid making them

Failing to regularly review banking terms, relying on overdrafts, or avoiding comparisons with other providers can result in significant unnecessary financial losses for customers...

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ABC News Business • May 14, 2025

Hefty cost for business after Yorke Peninsula's 24-hour blackout

The recent 24-hour power outage affecting thousands of properties on Yorke Peninsula has led many local businesses to face significant unprotected financial losses, highlighting th...

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City A.M. • May 14, 2025

Direct Line suffers shareholder revolt over CEO’s huge pay day

Shareholders expressed strong opposition due to the CEO receiving a substantial compensation package, raising concerns about executive pay amid the company’s upcoming £3.7 billion...

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City A.M. • May 14, 2025

CMA to investigate Aviva’s £3.7bn Direct Line deal

The regulatory review of Aviva’s proposed £3.7 billion purchase of Direct Line aims to assess potential market impacts that could affect competition and consumer choices within the...

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City A.M. • May 14, 2025

FCA to rip up insurance rules in drive for growth

The Financial Conduct Authority’s proposed revisions aim to lower operational expenses for insurance companies by removing obsolete regulations, potentially encouraging increased m...

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City A.M. • May 12, 2025

To deliver growth, Lloyd’s of London’s new CEO has to be ruthless

Patrick Tiernan’s leadership approach will be crucial in driving Lloyd’s of London’s financial performance and achieving sustainable expansion in a competitive market environment.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 09, 2025

These bond funds shield you from interest-rate shocks — but here’s the catch

Investing in ETFs designed to protect against Federal Reserve rate increases can help reduce volatility, although they often involve higher management fees that may impact overall...

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