Chesnara PLC has released its half-year report for 2023, highlighting its continued acquisition momentum, positive cash generation, and growth in economic value. The company completed the acquisition of Conservatrix's insurance portfolio in the Netherlands and acquired an individual protection portfolio from Canada Life UK. Chesnara also announced a new strategic partnership with SS&C Technologies in the UK. The group reported positive commercial cash generation of £21.8 million and a robust solvency ratio of 205%, well above its normal operating range of 140-160%. The economic value of the company increased to £523.2 million, and commercial new business growth improved to £6.3 million. Chesnara also reported an IFRS profit before tax of £16.0 million and a 3% increase in the interim dividend to 8.36p per share, marking the 19th consecutive year of dividend increases. The company remains optimistic about its ability to participate in future mergers and acquisitions and is confident in its ability to finance and execute such transactions on attractive terms for both vendors and shareholders.