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Personal Lines Driving P&C Growth, Commercial Lines Mixed

Swiss Re reports that the U.S. P&C insurance market is seeing improved results, but commercial lines faces pressure to boost margins.

Commercial Lines Premiums Increase in Q1, Workers’ Comp the Exception

Ivans Q1 index shows premium renewal rates increased for most commercial lines year over year, and all lines quarter over quarter.

Insurance Agent/Broker M&A Activity Hits 15-Quarter Low in Q1 2024

Amid rising interest rates and elevated valuations, Q1 sees a slowdown in M&A activity in the insurance distribution sector, OPTIS Partners reports

New Coalition Focuses on Climate Risk Impact on Workforce

The National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health aims to guide employers in mitigating climate risk’s impact on employee wellbeing and business performance.

D&O and Cyber Liability Insurance Markets Stabilize in 2023

Amidst evolving regulations and market competition, the D&O and cyber liability insurance sectors are seeing rates level off, reports BRP Group.

Rich Soja Appointed as Global Head of Marine at Allianz Commercial

The latest people news in the industry today

Chres Lee Appointed as Head of Transactional Liability in Canada for BHSI

The latest people news in the industry today.

Nick Kriegel Promoted to EVP, Chief Innovation Officer at Safety National Casualty Corporation

The latest people news in the industry today.

Marsh Appoints Megan McClellan as Southeast Zone Leader

The latest hiring announcement in the industry today.

Insured Natural Catastrophe Losses Hit $20 Billion in Q1

Gallagher Re report finds that Q1 2024 natural catastrophe losses are down from a year earlier, as industry awaits a potentially more active storm and hurricane season

U.S. Cyber Insurance Profits Strong, But Premium Growth Stagnates

Despite robust underwriting profits, U.S. cyber insurance market faces stagnation in premium volume due to pricing pressure and evolving cyber risk landscape, according to Fitch Ratings.

P&C Insurance Grapples with Rising Risks, Operational Challenges: Report

Amidst a fast-changing and complex risk landscape, successful P&C insurers should embrace risk mitigation, predictive modeling and AI tools and technology, a Capgemini report.

U.S. Cyber Insurance Market to Harden in 2024: Survey

With rising cyber threats, the U.S. cyber insurance market faces hardening conditions in 2024, as KYND Ltd.’s survey reveals increased rates and underwriting standards.

Employers Focusing on Cost Reduction Amid Rising Health Care Costs

The 2024 Lockton National Benefits Survey reveals a shift in employer benefits strategies, with cost reduction now rivaling talent attraction and retention amid rising health care costs.