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The biggest USP for many insurers

Claims departments are now key to re/insurers’ offerings, and technology is a big part of that. Liberty Specialty Markets’ Irene Stavrou discusses the company’s investments and why claims are about much more than simply paying out.   14 May 2021

Insurance

Asking the right questions about climate change

While admitting to not knowing all the answers, Hiscox Re & ILS believes that cooperation and partnerships will be vital in future to meet the challenges of climate change and to identify the opportunities for new covers and capacity.   12 May 2021

Insurance

The reality of the protection gap: why Deutsche Rück is targeting LatAm

COVID-19 has exposed the harsh realities of the protection gap in Latin America and the need for ongoing support from re/insurers. With its own commitment to long-term relationships, Deutsche Rück believes it has a part to play, as Florian Kummer reveals.   12 May 2021

Insurance

COVID-19 reinsurance claims are part of a wider negotiation

While clarity is emerging around COVID-related claims for insurers, it remains unclear what claims may end up hitting reinsurers. It could simply come down to a negotiation, Wendy Kriz of Barnett Waddingham told Intelligent Insurer.   6 May 2021

Insurance

Reinsurers grapple with potential BI claims burden

While reinsurer ratings are unlikely to be affected by claims stemming from COVID-19, there are many questions that need to be answered as to who will ultimately pay, Robert Mazzuoli of Fitch Ratings told Intelligent Insurer.   6 May 2021

Insurance

Market beckons, but hesitance in some jurisdictions persists

A thriving run-off market for the year ahead is still getting mixed signals from developed and emerging economies, a report from GILC has revealed.   30 April 2021

Insurance

Balancing expectations in Bermuda and London

Investors have confidence in the sector but should proceed with caution, says Catherine Thomas, senior director, analytics, at AM Best.   30 April 2021

Alternative Risk Transfer

Cat bonds continue to exceed market expectations

For those seeking shelter in times of economic volatility, catastrophe bonds offer plenty of diversification. Twelve Capital’s Florian Steiger discusses how this is leading to a boom in interest in the sector.   26 April 2021

Insurance

Insurtech: the driving force in M&A

Technology will become a key feature on the growth agenda in the coming year as re/insurers seek out insurtech providers that can deliver a competitive advantage. In turn, this will also drive M&A strategies and activities, say executives from Clyde & Co in a panel discussion.   26 April 2021

Insurance

Five years to double in size: Miller’s lofty ambitions

CEO Greg Collins discusses a hard market, the Aon/WTW merger, and the deep pockets of its owners.   26 April 2021

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