Data & Research
RMS Upgrades Economic Loss Estimates for Japan Quakes
The earthquakes that struck Japan on April 14-15 will cost more in terms of economic losses than previously estimated, though insured losses are much lower, according to the latest RMS estimates. ...
Which Country Is the Most Risk Resilient? That Would Be Switzerland
Switzerland is the world's most resilient country in terms of its ability to handle global risks including natural hazards, oil price volatility and terrorism, according to FM Global's 2016 ...
U.S. P/C Underwriting Profit Grew in 2015, but Net Investment Income Sank: A.M. Best
A double-digit decline net investment income in 2015 added a dour note to what was the third consecutive year of underwriting profitability for the U.S. property/casualty industry. Underwriting ...
Workers Comp Market Further Improves Profit and Health in 2015: NCCI
The workers' compensation market is healthy and profitable. This year's "State of the Line" report, published by the National Council of Compensation Insurance (NCCI), indicates that the workers' ...
Expect Wide Global Adoption of Telematics-Based Auto Insurance: Study
Global use of usage-based auto insurance will explode in the next 7 years, a new industry analysis asserts. IHS Inc.'s IHS Automotive said that 142 million customers will sign up globally for the ...
Insurers Will Both Suffer and Endure in Wake of Alberta Wildfires: Ratings Reports
While the wildfires raging through northern Alberta and the city of Fort McMurray could bring one of the largest catastrophe losses in Canadian history, property insurers are resilient, according to ...
Soft Market Will Continue to Drive Down Reinsurer Profits in 2016: Fitch
Global reinsurance sector profits in 2016 will fall below 2015 levels as soft market rates, low investment income and an over-supply of capital continue to take their toll on the market, according to ...
Competitive Advantage to Asia as Employees Become Increasingly Engaged and Fulfilled: Aon Hewitt
Employees are increasingly engaged and more fulfilled around the world, though they remain happiest in Latin America compared to other markets, according to Aon Hewitt's latest report. Worth, ...