In our Insider Briefing on Friday (9 February) editor-in-chief Adam McNestrie questioned the rationale for a minority investment in Swiss Re by SoftBank. I would argue it's not that clear cut.
Fourth quarter expense ratios at early reporters have shown some year-on-year improvement, although the US tax reforms had a negative impact at some firms.
As another earnings year draws to a close, we take a look at some of the big issues concerning top underwriting executives, as outlined on their Q4 calls with analysts.