About Talisman
Talisman was established on 1 January 1998 to trade as a member of Lloyd’s, offering shareholders a way to participate at Lloyd’s with limited liability, while retaining many of the advantages of personal membership but with reduced complexity.
Shareholders can participate either through an “A” share purchased in cash or a “Unit”, which combines a “B” share with unpaid loan stock supported by a suitable collateral, usually a portfolio of quality shares. This structure allows for the “double use of assets”, enabling investors to benefit both from the income and gains of the collateral and from Talisman’s trading profits.
The majority of trading profits for each year of account are distributed as dividends.
Strategy
Talisman participates in the long‑established Lloyd’s market, allocating capital across a selection of 16 syndicates to share in their underwriting results.
Each syndicate has its own risk profile and business focus and Talisman spreads its investment to maintain a balanced, diversified portfolio. The aim is to generate returns that outperform the Lloyd’s market average while managing overall risk responsibly.
List of top ten syndicates supported for 2026
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| MANAGING AGENT | SYNDICATE | CAPACITY £ | PERCENT % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokio Marine Kiln Syndicates Limited | 510 | 9,105,640 | 16.42 |
| Atrium Underwriters Limited | 609 | 9,063,566 | 16.35 |
| Hiscox Syndicates Limited | 33 | 8,652,239 | 15.60 |
| Beazley Furlonge Limited | 623 | 8,550,249 | 15.42 |
| Managing Agency Partners Limited | 2791 | 5,432,377 | 9.80 |
| Blenheim Underwriting Limited | 5886 | 2,754,958 | 4.97 |
| QBE Underwriting Limited | 386 | 2,549,161 | 4.60 |
| Argenta Syndicate Management Ltd | 2121 | 1,640,000 | 2.96 |
| Asta Managing Agency Limited | 3123 | 1,392,448 | 2.51 |
| Beazley Furlonge Limited | 5623 | 1,387,819 | 2.50 |
| Others | 4,920,924 | 8.87 | |
| 55,449,381 | 100.00 |
Get in touch
For a confidential discussion about how Talisman can support your investment goals contact David Monksfield
Call: 07777 166 350
