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The influx of alternative capacity into some parts of the reinsurance markets globally is having little effect on Latin America, according to Gino Smith, regional chief underwriter of XL’s reinsurance operations in Latin America, who argues that the very different market dynamics mean the business model cannot be easily replicated.   12 November 2013
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The main talking points at FIDES 2013 will be the recent storms in Mexico, the upcoming year-end treaty renewals, new infrastructure projects and the changing regulations in key markets such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Mexico.   11 November 2013
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Non-life insurers in the UK and Western Europe remain on course to post strong overall performances in 2013, despite the windstorm of October 28. However, smaller, regionally focused German companies may incur underwriting losses for the year from an accumulation of natural catastrophes.   6 November 2013
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The reinsurance markets across Asia are bustling with confidence although the outlook on pricing and profitability for the next 12 months is slightly waning.   6 November 2013
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The best capital stewards use a strategy that takes account of all the available options, say Des Potter and Chris Ezbiansky.   1 November 2013
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Although the reinsurance market is changing, big and diversified players such as Hannover Re have nothing to fear as long as they adapt and react smartly to a new phase in market cycles, Ulrich Wallin, executive chairman of Hannover Re, told Intelligent Insurer.   30 October 2013
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While 2013 has been a quiet hurricane season, trends indicate that it is only a matter of time before another market-changing event impacts the industry, says Greg Heerde, head of Americas for Aon Benfield Analytics.   22 October 2013
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As cedants in Europe increasingly use economic capital models (ECMs) to help them structure their reinsurance programmes, this will benefit those reinsurers able to offer a wider array of products, services and expertise and able to establish a more holistic reinsurance programme for insurers.   22 October 2013
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The potential upgrade of the Lloyd’s market to the double-A level would make it an even more attractive option for insurers which would otherwise not be able to achieve a rating of this level.   21 October 2013
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Overzealous regulators are endangering the vigour, competitiveness and diversity of insurers in the US, says David Sampson, president and CEO of PCIAA, who explains how countering this threat remains central.   20 October 2013

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