By L.S. Howard Reinsurance underwriting remains disciplined, with terms and conditions and attachment points largely intact, despite signs of rate moderation, according to an AM Best report. During the January 2023 renewals, the global reinsurance market saw a significant recalibration, …
Reinsurers Have Made Major Structural Changes to Improve Profits. Will Discipline Last? Read More »
By Jahna Jacobson Cyber insurance remains an area of growth opportunity for property and casualty insurers, particularly in the face of large-scale risk factors. According to a new report, “CYBER: Insights on the current and future state of the US …
Cyber Buyers See Added Limits, Low Premium in Mature Market: Report Read More »
While the risks in a high- severity industry may seem apparent, it is the small details that can lead to the most disastrous losses when they are overlooked. For brokers serving high-severity niches, recognizing and addressing the easily overlooked risk …
By William Rabb With more states adding or considering restrictions on third-party funding of lawsuits, one of the largest litigation finance firms is now planning to invest directly in some law firms. “We are pursuing strategic minority investments in firms …
Litigation Funder’s Plan to Invest in Law Firms Called ‘Bad Policy,’ With Big Impacts Read More »
By Chad Hemenway Insurance agency mergers and acquisitions during second-quarter 2025 were up 11% over the prior quarter, but M&A activity for the first half of the year is down 8% compared to last year, according to investment banking and …
‘New Normal’ Sets in as Pace of Insurance Agency M&A Becomes Clear Read More »
Attention spans are shrinking across every industry, and insurance faces a unique challenge: explaining complex products in an age of instant gratification. When potential customers abandon your presentations after one slide or skip your comprehensive policy guides, they’re not rejecting …
Welcome to the next generation of insurance. Our industry stands on the cusp of an exhilarating technological revolution, primarily driven by artificial intelligence. Embracing next-generation technology is no longer a choice but a necessity for success. Insurance-specific AI is the …
Next-Gen Insurance: Powered by AI Read More »
Global growth is slowing as U.S. tariff policy reduces trade and heightens geopolitical uncertainty. That will lead to decelerating growth in insurance premiums. According to Swiss Re, global GDP growth (adjusted for inflation) is expected to slow to 2.3% this …
Economy and Surplus Lines Read More »
