Underwriting & Pricing
Eight Tips to Maintain Adequate Carrier Rates
Adequate rate maintenance is the cornerstone of an insurance carrier's profitability, solvency and overall business health. Since there is a clear and traceable relationship between policy premiums ...
Allianz Reportedly May Bid for Generali’s French Business
Allianz SE, Europe's largest insurer, is in discussions with Assicurazioni Generali SpA as it weighs a bid for the company's French operations, according to people familiar with the matter. Allianz ...
Dwindling Investment Returns, Heavy Competition Erode Insurance Industry Fundamentals
The ongoing pressures of diminishing investment returns, dwindling loss reserves and intense competition are beginning to erode industry fundamentals, cautioned A.M. Best in a special report titled ...
Too Much Tech, More Lawyers Fuel Auto Insurance Woes: Hartford Execs
Although small commercial insurance—outside of auto—is a top-line accelerator at The Hartford, auto insurance severity continues hitting the bottom line, say executives who expect a pretax $50 ...
Sharing Economy, New Technology Pose Challenges for Insurers
Emerging risks associated with the sharing economy and new technology pose new challenges for insurers, according to members of the International Association of Claim Professionals (IACP) who sat ...
CFA’s Hunter Reacts in Actuarial Battle: Allstate’s Plan Is Price Optimization
Carrier Management recently published an article in three parts by James Lynch, chief actuary and vice president of Research and Information Services at the Insurance Information Institute, based ...
The Latest Launches From USAA, QBE North America, XL Catlin and The Hanover
USAA has added new features to its digital wallet app. QBE has partnered with SUA Agency to offer professional liability coverage to mortgage specialists. XL Catlin has enhanced its D&O offering ...
The Latest Launches From Philadelphia Insurance, CFC Underwriting and Elephant Auto Insurance
Philadelphia Insurance Cos. has enhanced its fine arts coverage for museums and other cultural institutions. CFC Underwriting is offering a new kidnap & ransom product. Elephant Auto Insurance is ...