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Buy-to-let still a good bet

Impressive figures for buy-to-let lending highlight the fact that this remains an area of high growth potential. The factors driving lending growth will be evident for some time to come, making buy-to-let a key sector for providers, particularly mutuals, which have the capacity to increase their lending.

Published By Datamonitor
10 May 2013
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UK HNW numbers boosted in 2012

The UK's HNW population grew by 8% in 2012 to reach 329,000. This welcome boost can largely be attributed to the strong performance of the UK stock market in the latter half of 2012, which contributed to notable performance gains in mutual funds. This momentum has thus far carried on into 2013, but the future outlook is one of cautious optimism.

Published By Datamonitor
10 May 2013
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Telematics to benefit high-risk segments most

Telematics may radically change how motor insurance is priced in the future. Until then, insurers need to focus their telematics products on market segments that are likely to benefit most.

Published By Datamonitor
10 May 2013
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Digital showrooms could change the future of vehicle retailing

Car-makers are adapting to the digital age by offering motorists the use of digital showrooms, enabling drivers to experience and purchase cars without physically test-driving them. Moving to a virtual showroom is a bold decision for manufacturers and motorists, and relies on people's willingness to buy a vehicle without trying it first.

Published By Datamonitor
10 May 2013
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Qatari investment could be the solution to secure House of Fraser's future

The Qatari Investment Authority, owner of Harrods, is the latest party to consider acquiring UK department store chain House of Fraser, a deal that would provide the retailer with the investment that its outdated stores and brands desperately need.

Published By Datamonitor
09 May 2013
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The Morrisons message is being drowned out by rivals

Morrisons reported yet another declining quarter of like-for-like sales this morning, its fifth back-to-back decline excluding fuel. The grocer, while having its strengths in a vertically integrated supply chain, is continuing to lose customers to its competitors.

Published By Datamonitor
09 May 2013
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Sainsbury's goes solo to grow

Sainsbury's is taking full ownership of Sainsbury's Bank after buying out the 50% stake held by Lloyds Banking Group. Greater numbers of retailers entering the banking industry pose a threat to incumbent banks and building societies.

Published By Datamonitor
09 May 2013
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A crisis in the UK EMR

The UK EMR's tripartite goal of achieving energy security, carbon reduction, and cost minimization is untenable. The government's pretense that it is maintaining a competitive market environment while actually pursuing a highly interventionist policy means that there will be a crisis in UK energy policy - unless the government convinces the public that carbon reduction is worth the cost.

Published By Datamonitor
09 May 2013
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L&G to struggle in pet market

L&G has recently announced plans to offer pet insurance alongside its existing personal insurance offerings. However, the market is facing a number of obstacles that will impact the insurer's ability to grow market share. Challenges include claims inflation, a high level of competition, and low product penetration.

Published By Datamonitor
08 May 2013
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Surprisingly good 2012 for home claims

A 2012 full of flood events did not prevent overall claims costs for the home insurance market from improving. The good news will fuel already aggressive behavior and competition in the market, and insurers should be careful of getting stung.

Published By Datamonitor
08 May 2013

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