The Insurance Information Institute’s (Triple-I) recent Issues Brief highlighted misconceptions of risk-based pricing in property/casualty insurance, which some perceive as unfair, and recommended … [Read More...] about Triple-I calls for mitigation measures amid misconceptions about risk-based insurance pricing
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Triple-I calls for mitigation measures amid misconceptions about risk-based insurance pricing

Addresscloud and Artificial partner to deliver ‘hyper-accurate’ US property risk data
Addresscloud, a UK geocoding and property intelligence expert, and Artificial, a London-based algorithmic underwriting and placement company, have partnered to enhance property intelligence and risk … [Read More...] about Addresscloud and Artificial partner to deliver ‘hyper-accurate’ US property risk data

US P&C rating upgrades rise slightly in H1’25, downgrades hold steady: AM Best
In the first half of 2025, US property/casualty (P&C) insurers saw a slight increase in issuer credit rating upgrades, rising to 18 from 16 in the same period a year earlier, while downgrades … [Read More...] about US P&C rating upgrades rise slightly in H1’25, downgrades hold steady: AM Best
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Member experience key to insurer selection in pension buy-ins and buy-outs: Hymans Robertson
As the pension risk transfer market evolves and grows increasingly competitive, member experience has become a defining factor for trustees when selecting insurers for buy-in and buy-out transactions, according to pensions and financial services consultancy … [Read More...] about Member experience key to insurer selection in pension buy-ins and buy-outs: Hymans Robertson

Insurers prepare for another year of uncertainty, says BlackRock
Insurance companies remain cautious as inflation once again emerges as one of the leading macroeconomic risks, according to BlackRock’s 14th annual Global Insurance Report. BlackRock, the asset manager, surveyed 463 senior investment professionals across 33 … [Read More...] about Insurers prepare for another year of uncertainty, says BlackRock

Gallagher Re adds Andrew Phelan as Chairman of Global Credit, Surety, and Political Risk
Gallagher Re, a global reinsurance brokerage and risk advisory firm, has appointed Andrew Phelan as Chairman of Global Credit, Surety (except US), and Political Risk. In his new role, Phelan will be based in Bermuda and focus on expanding the broker’s presence … [Read More...] about Gallagher Re adds Andrew Phelan as Chairman of Global Credit, Surety, and Political Risk

Capital flexibility drives competitive advantage among US insurers: Morningstar DBRS
Morningstar DBRS, a provider of credit ratings and risk analysis, reports that the ability to access capital continues to be one of the most important factors influencing the Financial Strength Ratings (FSRs) of US insurance companies. According to Morningstar … [Read More...] about Capital flexibility drives competitive advantage among US insurers: Morningstar DBRS

Preferred Re appoints Tyler King as EVP
Preferred Reinsurance Intermediaries, a boutique reinsurance intermediary and subsidiary of Balavant Insurance Group, has appointed Tyler King as Executive Vice President (EVP). The appointment aligns with Preferred Re’s strategy to build a leadership … [Read More...] about Preferred Re appoints Tyler King as EVP
