Aviva profits dented by Covid-19 but bulk annuities offset fall

James Phillips
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Aviva’s operating profit fell by 11% in the first half of the year as Covid-19 hit business activity, although a growth in bulk annuity sales partially offset the drop.

The insurer and pension provider reported an operating profit of £1.2bn in the first six months of the year, compared to £1.4bn in the same period last year. Meanwhile, its operating earnings pe...

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