Direct Line issues profit warning as inflation drives up cost of claims - The Guardian


7/18/2022 12:00:00 AM2 years 9 months ago
by Mark Sweney

Insurer’s shares fall as higher used car prices, costlier parts and longer repair times weigh on business

Direct Line has issued a profit warning, saying that the soaring prices of used cars, parts and longer repair times have pushed up the cost of claims. Shares in the insurer plunged 13% on Monday mak… [+1866 chars]

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