MarshBerry Releases 2024 UK Insurance Distribution Market Report, Analyzing M&A Trends in a Record-Setting Year
Report analyzes all UK insurance distribution M&A transactions announced during the year
Including proprietary listing of every UK insurance distribution business employing 10 or more staff.
London, UK, – MarshBerry, a leading investment banking and consulting firm serving the insurance distribution and wealth management industries, has released its highly anticipated Insurance Distribution Market Report for the UK, providing a comprehensive analysis of merger & acquisition (M&A) activity and market trends across the sector. This year’s report builds on decades of industry research, offering deep insights into deal volume, consolidation patterns, and the evolving landscape of UK insurance distribution.
In 2024, the UK insurance distribution market saw 152 announced transactions, marking a record-setting year for deal volume. However, as MarshBerry’s report reveals, the true impact lies beyond the numbers—examining who is buying, who is selling, and what these deals mean for the industry’s future. The analysis provides clarity on firm valuations, market structure, and the shifting role of domestic and cross-border M&A.
“As industry consolidation continues, we’re seeing a transformation in the UK market, with increased cross-border activity and growing interest from U.S.-based firms,” said John Nisbet, MarshBerry Managing Director. “By leveraging our deep industry knowledge and global reach, MarshBerry is uniquely positioned to guide firms through these market shifts and help them navigate strategic opportunities.”
The report also explores how the UK fits into the broader international M&A landscape, analyzing lessons from the more mature U.S. market and the rapid consolidation across Europe. With a proprietary database tracking every UK insurance distribution firm with 10 or more employees, MarshBerry offers a data-driven perspective on industry evolution.
In 2024, MarshBerry advised on 173 global transactions, more than any other advisory firm. With a presence in the U.S., UK, and Europe, MarshBerry continues to provide unparalleled market intelligence and deal execution expertise, helping firms capitalize on both domestic and global opportunities.
The report is available at https://www.MarshBerry.com/EU/Insights/.
If you have questions on how MarshBerry helps insurance broking firms create a path forward, in the U.S. or across Europe, or would like to discuss report findings further, please contact us today.
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MarshBerry is a global leader in Merger & Acquisition (M&A) advisory services, corporate finance solutions, and strategic consulting for insurance brokerages and firms in the wealth management industry. Our mission is to help firms in insurance distribution amplify value and chart strategic courses towards a future rife with opportunities. With a legacy spanning over 40 years, MarshBerry expanded its footprint to Europe in 2019 and now boasts four locations specializing in Corporate Finance Advisory (M&A Advisory; Capital Raising), and Business Planning (Strategic Planning; Business Valuations; Perpetuation Planning). MarshBerry’s deep industry expertise, innovative solutions, and client-first philosophy support European financial service providers in optimizing their business strategies and achieving long-term success. For more information, visit www.MarshBerry.com/EU.
