Allianz

Allianz's interest in a deal with Nephila may fuel speculation that major insurers will start to acquire ILS managers.

The German insurer joins The Hanover in support of Bascule Underwriting.

The former Sberbank executive will be tasked with consolidating Allianz’s European direct business.

Liberty Specialty Markets is the lead insurer on the Marsh-brokered policy.

Lane’s downpours puts commercial property, auto and homeowners carriers at risk.

The executive replaces Mark Churchlow, who is retiring after almost 30 years with Allianz.

Jonathan Wismer succeeds Elias Habayeb, who moved to CFO of general insurance in May.

The carrier has already added teams in downstream energy, power, and aviation deductibles over the past nine months.

Higher investment income offset a small deterioration in underwriting profit.

The college alleges that 13 carriers are in breach of contract for not covering costs, including a $500mn settlement.

Stefania Davi-Greer replaces Kevin Northcott, who is becoming New Zealand country manager.

Given some of the eye-watering multiples that have characterised recent carrier M&A deals, it seems like a good time to query whether some of these acquisitions are worth the price paid.