About Finsur
Finsur provides market intelligence and company analysis for the consumer electronics lifecycle and protection sectors, with a particular emphasis on European markets.
What We Cover
Finsur delivers data-driven research and strategic analysis across:
Device Protection & Insurance Markets
Mobile and gadget insurance distribution through financial services, retailers and network operators
Device protection plan providers and insurance carriers
Premium and packaged bank account offerings
UK and European device insurance market dynamics
Device Lifecycle & Circular Economy
Refurbished and secondary device markets
Device-as-a-Service and subscription models
Trade-in and buy-back programs
Circular economy innovation in consumer electronics
Market Intelligence
Company financial analysis and performance tracking
Competitive landscape assessment
M&A activity and investment trends
Market sizing and growth forecasts
Regulatory developments and policy impacts
Why European Markets?
Finsur prioritises European market analysis due to superior public company disclosure requirements which enable comprehensive and detailed financial analysis than typically available in other regions. Research draws upon UK and European Business Registry filings, EU regulatory disclosures and publicly available financial statements. Occasional coverage of US companies is based on availability of financial information.
Methodology
Analysis is based on rigorous examination of:
Public company filings and annual reports
Financial statements and disclosed metrics
Industry data and secondary research
Company announcements and disclosures
On-the-record industry intelligence
Primary consumer research
Our approach combines quantitative financial analysis with qualitative assessment of competitive positioning, business models and, strategic dynamics. Where estimates are used, methodology and assumptions are clearly stated.
Who Reads Finsur?
Finsur serves professional audiences including:
Private capital firms evaluating consumer technology and circular economy investments
Corporate development teams exploring strategic opportunities
Insurance carriers and device protection providers
Industry executives tracking competitive intelligence
Founders and strategic investors in the device lifecycle ecosystem
Author
Stuart Blackhurst brings deep expertise at the intersection of consumer electronics, insurance and protection products, and circular economy markets. Based in the UK, Stuart has built comprehensive databases of companies across the device lifecycle ecosystem and maintains systematic coverage of European market developments.
LinkedIn Profile | stuart@finsur.co.uk
What You’ll Receive
Free subscribers:
Company financial data summaries and key metrics
Market developments and trend observations
Monthly sector updates
Company coverage directory and reference data
Paid Subscribers:
In-depth company financial analysis and strategic assessment
Comprehensive market reports and competitive landscape analysis
Investment considerations and risk assessment
Detailed sector research and forward-looking insights
Priority access to all research outputs
Frequency: Monthly sector updates, weekly market or company research updates, and timely analysis of significant market developments.
Custom Research & Advisory Services
Beyond the publication, Finsur provides commissioned research and advisory services for:
Market entry strategy and channel analysis
Competitive intelligence and landscape assessment
Target company evaluation and due diligence support
Bespoke market research and data analysis
Recent Coverage Highlights:
Currys Retail Limited (Carphone Warehouse) FY2025 detailed analysis
Primary consumer research in UK Mobile and Insurance distribution
Device-as-a-Service market dynamics through a detailed assessment of Raylo
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Finsur is an independent market intelligence publication. All research is produced independently without commercial influence from covered companies.
