Risk & Insurance

Understanding GLP-1 Agonists: The ‘Weight Loss’ Drugs Taking the World by Storm

GLP-1 agonist drugs are designed to treat type 2 diabetes, but their secondary weight loss effect is driving popularity. The post

Posted: May 12, 2025

RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Sompo’s James Thielebeule

Trade dynamics are complex and interconnected. The post RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Sompo’s James Thielebeule appeared first on

Posted: May 12, 2025

Global Insurtech Funding Surges 90% in Q1 2025

AI-driven innovation and strategic investments fuel the 'insurtech spring' as P&C insurtechs lead recovery with $1.13 billion in fresh capital, Gallagher Re reports. The post

Posted: May 12, 2025

RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: FM’s Randy Hodge Discusses the Intellium Initiative

The data center industry is experiencing tremendous growth due to the increasing demand for digital infrastructure. The post ...

Posted: May 12, 2025

Creative, Connected, Client-First: What Sets the 2025 Rising Stars Apart

The 2025 Rising Stars demonstrate what it means to put the customer first, striving to place their clients’ businesses at the heart of what they do each day. The post

Posted: May 12, 2025

Five Medication Management Trends to Watch in Workers’ Comp

The most recent annual review of drug utilization data from Optum revealed key trends that could shape workers’ comp care and policy developments in 2025 and beyond. The post

Posted: May 11, 2025

Why Small Businesses Are Struggling with Safety — and the Low-Cost Fixes That Work

Here are three ways small businesses can imporve their approach to workplace safety. The post Why Small Businesses Are...

Posted: May 11, 2025

RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Arch’s Kyle Lutterman

With ransomware such a pernicious, ongoing risk, tools that can better defend inboxes will be in demand. The post RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Arch’s Ky...

Posted: May 10, 2025

US P&C Insurance Industry Posts Best Underwriting Results in Over a Decade

Personal lines lead sector's recovery with 10-point improvement in combined ratio, while commercial segment shows mixed performance, S&P reports. The post

Posted: May 09, 2025

Lloyd’s Names Patrick Tiernan Chief Executive Officer

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Lloyd’s Names Patrick Tiernan Chief Executive Officer appeared first on

Posted: May 09, 2025

Kapil Mohan Appointed Chief Client Officer for Risk Management and Carrier Practice at Gallagher Bas...

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Kapil Mohan Appointed Chief Client Offic...

Posted: May 09, 2025

Marsh Names Jim Dunn as U.S. Construction Practice Leader

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Marsh Names Jim Dunn as U.S. Construction Practice Leader appeared first on

Posted: May 09, 2025

Aon Names Amanda Lyons CEO of Reinsurance Solutions Limited in Bermuda

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Aon Names Amanda Lyons CEO of Reinsurance Solutions Limited in Bermuda...

Posted: May 09, 2025

RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Navigators’ Jenn Barbee

The threats of sexual harassment and other forms of workplace abuse are no longer limited to physical proximity. The post RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Navig...

Posted: May 09, 2025

Insurance: Face Your Enemy

Insurance needs to put up a better fight in the court of public opinion. The post Insurance: Face Your Enemy appeared first on Ris...

Posted: May 09, 2025

Weather Risk Concerns Surge Among Commercial Property Stakeholders

Nationwide survey reveals severe weather worries now a top concern for commercial property owners in wildfire-prone states and hurricane regions. The post

Posted: May 08, 2025

Insurance Professionals Benefit from Two-Day CPCU Society Leadership Event

The CPCU Society’s In2Leadership event provides two days of leadership education and networking for insurance professionals. The post

Posted: May 07, 2025

RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: A Focus on Insuring the Future of Energy

The popular session debated the risk and resilience of the future of renewable energy and infrastructure. The post RISKWORLD™ 2025 Cove...

Posted: May 07, 2025

Nonprofit D&O Insurance Market Shows Mixed Signals as New Challenges Emerge in 2025

High-risk sectors face premium increases and coverage restrictions while new market entrants create competitive pricing for others, Gallagher reports. The post

Posted: May 07, 2025

RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Ascot’s Jesse Paulson

Paulson prizes that Ascot U.S. is collaborative, entrepreneurial, inclusive, and is an underwriter-led organization. The post RISKWORLD™ 2025 Coverage: Asc...

Posted: May 07, 2025

Opinion: RISKWORLD™ 2025 Impressions from Risk & Insurance

The RISKWORLD event in Chicago this year took a step forward. We'll see where it goes from here. The post Opinion: RISKWORLD™ 2025 Impressions fr...

Posted: May 06, 2025

Opinion: RISKWORLD™ 2025 Impressions from Risk & Insurance Editor Dan Reynolds

The RISKWORLD™ event in Chicago this year took a step forward. We'll see where it goes from here. The post Opinion: RISKWORLD™ 2025 Impressions f...

Posted: May 06, 2025

U.S. Policy Emerges as Major Political Risk Driver for Global Businesses

Nearly 60% of companies expect negative financial impact from Trump trade policies, matching losses from Ukraine conflict as political risk reaches enterprise-level concern, Willis finds. The post

Posted: May 06, 2025

Early Mental Health Support Can Cut Workers’ Comp Claim Duration by 70%: Sedgwick

Although mental health claims make up less than 2% of workers’ comp cases, they can triple claim duration, but early behavioral health intervention offers a powerful solution, dramatically improving recovery timelines and return-to-work outcomes.

Posted: May 05, 2025

Environmental Insurance Market Faces Capacity Challenges Amid Emerging Contaminant Risks

Proactive risk management essential as carriers respond to emerging contaminants, excess capacity limitations and stricter regulatory enforcement: AmWins. The post

Posted: May 05, 2025