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Convex deal adds an unexpected flavour to this M&A cycle
The deal confers a high multiple on Convex and gives AIG re/specialty exposure.
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The upgrade reflects consistent outperformance of “higher-rated peers”, S&P said.
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Many commercial risks will have London coverage, but insured values are relatively low.
CEO Greg Case said data centre demand could generate over $10bn in new premium volume in 2026.
The energy broker’s career also includes a stint at Price Forbes.
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Starr-IQUW: A more strategic transaction than first meets the eye
Starr’s reinsurance ambitions and embrace of Lloyd’s will be watched closely.
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Brokers may encourage clients to capitalise on falling rates by boosting coverage.
Private capital providers are being signed down as two strong years have piqued interest.
Reinsurers are willing to concede on pricing, while cyber interest is on the rise.
Part five in our series looks at how AI can empower brokers to add value as well as speed.
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Regulators do too little to distinguish between generalists and specialists, he said.
CEO Brand said he expected to deliver double-digit growth, if “marginally” lower in 2026.
The syndicate says it will not set any top-line targets on digital follow strategies.
The CEO said that IGI’s action within its PI book showed it was ready to walk away from unprofitable business.
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AI has shifted from a theoretical discussion to having a real impact across the entire insurance value chain, said Aman Gour, Founder and CEO, FurtherAI.
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Use of technology is likely to separate the “leaders from the laggers” in the MGA/program business space, said Shanil Williams, CEO, Allianz Commercial, Americas.
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Property remains both a challenge and an opportunity for insurers, said Brian Farrell, SVP Program Management Lead, P and C Programs, Arch.
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MGAs need to remain focused to succeed, said Emmy Falvey, Senior Vice President, Head of Capacity, Falvey Insurance Group.
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The global construction industry continues to expand, says Jimmy Keime, Head of Engineering and Nuclear, for Swiss Re.
MultiStrat, the founder of casualty ILS, is focusing on committed capital to grow, said Bob Forness, CEO, MultiStrat.
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Ahead of the upcoming Baden-Baden Reinsurance Meeting, top of mind for many are climate, economy and geopolitics, says Nikhil da Victoria Lobo, Head of P and C Reinsurance for Western and Southern Europe and Middle East and Africa for Swiss Re.
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The explosive growth of the E&S market, coupled with higher seller valuations, is driving a steady stream of carrier M&A activity, said Jason Murgio, Principal & CEO and Paul Procops, Vice President, of boutique insurance investment bank Merger & Acquisition Services.
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“That’s what we live for,” said Darren Tasker, Head of Construction, North America, Allianz Commercial, emphasizing the deep expertise needed to navigate multi-billion-dollar data center construction projects and deliver tailored, comprehensive insurance coverage.
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