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American International Group (AIG) has been loss-making for the last two years, but the reported 2017 net loss of $6.08 billion hides improvements on the operating side as a more in-depth look into the numbers reveals and CEO Brian Duperreault is working on getting the insurance giant back on a growth path. A changed reinsurance cover structure is also part of the plan. 22 February 2018
Insurance
XL Group CEO Michael McGavick said that he is not surprised that there is speculation about a potential takeover of XL Group by other market players. 14 February 2018
Insurance
The combination of continued competitive pressures, the effects of US tax reform and catastrophe losses in 2017 is leading to speculation of more mergers and acquisitions (M&A) among re/insurers in 2018, especially in the Bermuda market, says Fitch Ratings. 12 February 2018
Insurance
American International Group (AIG) reported a net loss of $6.66 billion for the fourth quarter of 2017, compared to a net loss of $3.04 billion in the prior-year quarter. 9 February 2018
Insurance
Shares of Bermuda-based insurer XL Group jumped following news that it is attracting interest from rivals including Allianz of Germany. 8 February 2018
Insurance
Validus Specialty has launched a standalone cyber insurance product, focused on privacy and network protection coverage, to further expand its offering and meet a growing demand. 6 February 2018
Insurance
After an unusually tough 2017, Munich Re is facing tailwinds from increasing prices on the back of high catastrophe losses from hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, as well as climbing interest rates. 6 February 2018
Insurance
Re/insurer XL Catlin has promoted Mike MacColl to the position of global practice leader for hull. Previously, MacColl held the role of head of hull for the UK. 6 February 2018
Alternative Risk Transfer
The amount of capital dedicated to writing reinsurance will increase to an estimated $427 billion in 2017, compared with $420 billion in 2016, according to AM Best. 5 February 2018
Insurance
The global reinsurance market remains challenged by various market forces that will continue to shape the landscape over the near term. The recently announced acquisition of Validus Re by AIG is just the latest chapter in the evolution of the traditional reinsurance model, where specialty focused businesses seek shelter as part of a significantly larger globally diversified enterprise. 2 February 2018
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