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The pricing battle has been played out but the extent of new demand will only show up in 2026. -
The influx of capital, combined with a quiet wind season, led to favorable conditions for cedants during 1.1 renewals.
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Price has become a key differentiator in marine and energy.
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Cedants pursued property renewals “aggressively” amid excess reinsurer capacity.
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Market participants on programs/MGU business in particular feel there's more capacity than 12 months ago.
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Howard Hughes Holdings agreed to buy the carrier for $2.1bn.
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Cedants are opting to bank double-digit savings as reinsurers fight for market share.
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The US insurer squeezed its retention in a renewal where cat treaty retentions are widely holding steady.
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The market is conceding some ground on wordings, after a tightening of conditions post-Ukraine.
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Market sources have also raised the prospect of moving the market beyond bureau reliance.
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What were the defining moments that shaped the insurance market in 2025?
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The facility provides solvency support via a fresh equity injection under various scenarios.
