Insurance giant Aviva reported its operating profit for the first half of this year to be up 24 per cent, driven by the group’s “strong progress” following its acquisition of Direct Line in 2025.

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The group reported a better-than-expected 24% surge in operating profits to £1.33 billion for the six months to June 30.