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The Latest Launches From Generali and BHSI
A unit of Generali is teaming with an InsurTech to develop parametric products that help close the growing insurance protection gap. Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance said it is now providing ...
Insurance Comparison Firm SelectQuote Plans a $342M IPO
SelectQuote Inc said on Friday it was looking to raise about $342 million in an initial public offering that could value the owner of the eponymous insurance policy comparison website at more than $3 ...
AIG Shareholders Back Executive Pay Package Changes
Shareholders of American International Group Inc strengthened their support for the U.S. insurance company's executive compensation plan after the board made changes to its pay packages, according to ...
Fitch Ratings Issues Negative Outlook for PartnerRe
PartnerRe now has a negative outlook from Fitch Ratings, largely over concerns about potentially expanding coronavirus-related reinsurance claims. Fitch's decision comes less than a week after French ...
The Latest Launches From Coalition and Zego/RSA
Coalition is expanding its small business cyber insurance offering to Canada-based companies. London-based InsurTech Zego has expanded its partnership with RSA Insurance to provide flexible cover for ...
U.S. Issues Advisory to Help Ship Owners, Insurers Avoid Sanctions Penalties
The Trump administration on Thursday issued guidelines to help ship owners and insurers avoid the risks of sanctions penalties, standards that maritime players and a senior State Department official ...
Most Commercial Insurance Rates Climbed Higher in April
Year over year, all lines of property/casualty insurance business experienced an increase in average premium renewal rate, except workers compensation, which saw a premium decrease, according to the ...
Lloyd’s COVID-19 Claims Payouts to Rival 9/11 Terror Attacks
Lloyd's of London revealed it will pay claims in the range of $3 billion to $4.3 billion as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This payout is on par with the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, which cost ...