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As the market turns, balance sheet M&A is becoming a more appealing option.
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Single-digit organic growth, robust casualty pricing and tapering margins were all key trends.
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With Atrium marking another case of potential bifurcation, where is the natural home of risk?
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These businesses are expecting more premium growth than the wider market this year.
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Secondary perils accounted for 65% of global insured losses in 2024.
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A combination of mandated days and soft pressure is driving up EC3 attendance.
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The California fires will test post-2018 treaty revisions – and reinsurers’ nerves.
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Loss assessment is at an early stage, but senior sources suggested the claim could surpass $1bn.
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In the food and beverage market, rates are falling by an average of 3%-4%.
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Market softening means exploiting hardening niches is the name of the game.
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Underwriting oversight is top of the agenda for some, whilst others prioritise progress on tech and operations.
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High-net-worth binders and treaty exposures will bring significant claims to Lloyd’s writers.