Data & Research
H1 Catastrophe Losses Are High, and Texas Endured Many of Them
Weather catastrophe activity slammed into 39 states during the 2016 first half. But in a six-month period where insured losses rose well above typical levels, Texas was by far the worst hit, ...
EU Passporting Could Be Crucial for Lloyd’s Market Position in Post-Brexit World
The UK's exit from the European Union, or "Brexit," could lead to a loss of business for Lloyd's of London unless the UK government is able to negotiate passporting arrangements to maintain access to ...
Did Your Hometown Make Allstate’s List of Safest-Driving Cities?
Americans are driving more miles and having more accidents, making safety a growing concern. With that in mind, Allstate ranked the safest-driving large cities in the U.S., with Brownsville, Texas, ...
AIG’s Restructuring Efforts Earn Ratings Affirmation From Fitch
AIG ongoing focus on restructuring and deleveraging got a vote of confidence from Fitch Ratings. Fitch affirmed the insurer financial strength ratings of American International Group's ...
Homeowners Insurance Shines While Personal Auto Struggles: Fitch
While the U.S. personal auto insurance industry continues to be a sick patient, homeowners coverage is a significant bright spot, according to Fitch Ratings' latest report. Private passenger auto ...
Small, Specialty Insurer Hiring Plans Surpass Larger Peers: Labor Study
Small insurers are expecting to do most of the hiring in the industry, according to a new survey, which also highlights the high demand for niche specialty commercial lines underwriters and claims ...
Company Culture Impacts How Employees View CEOs: Glassdoor
Improving aspects of company culture can have a positive impact on how employees view the CEO, according to a new study. Employee opinions on senior leadership, career opportunities, ...
P/C Insurance Operating Income Dropped by Double Digits in Q1: Fitch Ratings
Property/casualty insurers in North America saw their operating income decline by double digits in the first half of 2016, as investment income plunged and catastrophe losses rose. Fitch Ratings ...

