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Multiyear Hikes on the Horizon for Marine Protection and Indemnity Insurance Market

Broker Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. predicts hardening markets as P&I clubs seek dry land following years of givebacks and low rates that led to worsening combined ratios.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Lifetime Income Can Help Ensure Your Money Lasts for as Long as You Do

Bruno Caron explains the importance of striking the right balance between income for the rest of your life and bequest.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Upstarts Dayforward and Bestow Seek to Shake Up the Traditional Life Insurance Sector

By becoming risk-taking carriers, these new players will plant their flags in an area not typically entered by insurtechs.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Ransomware Attacks, Biometric Regulations Challenge Insurers

Cyber cover and best practices help to mitigate new tech risks.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

States Expected to Face COVID-19 Regulation and 2020 Backlog in New Year

Questions about risk-based pricing and issues related to racial justice also are likely to fill legislative and regulatory agendas across the country.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Why Recruitment and Retention Are Still Difficult, and How We Can Overcome These Challenges

Insurance organizations can address the talent gap by changing their approach to doing business and improving opportunities for employees.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

The New Workplace Is Built on Professional Development, D&I and Apprenticeships

The issue also includes AM Best’s ranking of the world’s largest insurers, a look at life insurance startups and a listing of P&I clubs.

Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Insurers Seek Federal Backstop to Pandemic Risk

Lawmakers are considering two proposals that address business interruption insurance related to COVID-19. AM BestTV and AM BestAudio report on stories from a number of sectors within the insurance industry.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

ESG’s Role in Insurance, Understanding EMEA Trends, a Market Briefing

Experts discuss environmental, social and governance criteria, innovation and the pandemic’s impact on the insurance industry.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Market Segment Outlooks for Personal and Commercial Lines

AM Best also comments on COVID-19 economic risks for the U.S. life/annuity industry and the outlook for Peru’s insurance industry.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

A Healthy Dose of Reality

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Almost Picture-Perfect

Photo estimating for auto claims increases during pandemic.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Laboratory of the Minds

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

‘An Invaluable Tool’

Guernsey regulator launches pilot pre-authorization for captive insurance cells.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Turning a Corner

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

NAIC Update

Group Capital Calculation adopted and new slate of officers chosen.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Zurich Pandemic Insurance Plan Modeled On Crop Program

The concept calls for reinsurance pools that would allow companies to choose how much risk they would keep, an element that differentiates the proposal from others.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Major League Baseball Sues Over COVID Coverage Denials

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s office, 30 ball clubs and MLB affiliates seek billions of dollars from lost ticket sales, sponsorships and advertising revenue.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Firsthand Accounts Help Peers Move Forward

Bryan Falchuk uses case studies from seven carriers to demonstrate how the industry can adapt to changing expectations and customer demands.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Marketing Lessons From Asia

Content marketing, mobile communications and artificial intelligence challenge traditional approaches in rapidly developing markets.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

Expert Opinions

AM Best: Survey reveals COVID bringing new challenges to professional lines.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

A Song in His Heart

RenaissanceRe founder Jim Stanard pursues his lifelong passion while continuing his insurance career.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

AIG Spins Off Life and Retirement Businesses, Names CEO

TIAA’s president and CEO to retire, Tennessee has new insurance commissioner, RLI names only third CEO in 55 years and Vindati names chief executive officer.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020

An Insidious Risk

Technical debt is like a leaky pipe waiting to wreak havoc on a homeowner.

Posted: Dec 31, 2020