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Opinion: Investor dislike for reinsurance creates space for a consolidation play
A number of carriers are looking to offload their volatile reinsurance units. Could an ambitious investor knit them together?
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The broker had led Aon’s Global ReSpecialty brand since 2019.
Prior to joining, Laura Hunt was cyber practice head at Chaucer for seven years.
The Bank of England’s report warned of significant data gaps and said general insurers are at risk of climate-related litigation.
The regulator is proposing changes to suitability assessments for insurers, incorporating sustainability measures.
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Ukraine marine war premium falls as more ships opt to self-insure
A lack of income opportunities in the region has triggered speculation about how pricing models may have to change.
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Senior Aon retro leader Stubbings to join McGill
24 May 2022
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The commercial insurance CEO said that the industry should act now before the cat market reached a point of implosion.
Ukraine uncertainties remain despite some loss estimates emerging in Q1 earnings across the Big Four European carriers, while inflation looms on the horizon.
Recent start-ups have recorded annual underwriting losses about 80% of the time, Insurance Insider analysis shows – even after becoming established.
It is understood that the Marsh and Aon Alpha facilities are those with the most exposure to the war in the Ukraine.
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InsurTech Cygnvs raises $55mn in series A round
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NFP chooses TigerRisk for FI line slip mandate
24 May 2022
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The president of BHSI’s UK and European operations outlined to this publication expansion plans for the $1bn-premium division.
Beazley’s pioneering new Syndicate 4321 uses ESG ratings to provide additional capacity for clients, but it will play a broader, strategic role for the carrier.
CEO Kate Markham and CUO Paul Lawrence discuss the biggest changes to the business, including a near 40% reduction in binders exposure and a push to lead more business.
In an interview with this publication, the executive said the broker will consider M&A in its bid to expand.
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