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Analysis
Briefing: Winds of change blow in Monaco, but have reinsurers really gone soft?
Will reinsurers move back to assuming broader treaty risks, or will insurers have to place their programmes on a class by class basis?
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Signs cyber market ‘stagnating’ as premium growth slows – Moody’s
Europe’s “lower penetration rates and increased regulatory requirements” drove the majority of growth as worldwide premium increases slowed
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London company market sees strong treaty reinsurance growth
‘Our latest data shows that the growth rate for reinsurance treaties in the London company market continues to outstrip that of the sector as a whole,’ says director
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Automatic drivers paying nearly double for motor insurance
‘The advanced technology involved with automatic cars, from complex gearboxes to integrated electronics, makes them more expensive to repair or replace after an accident,’ says chief executive
Analysis
Ozempic confusion putting travel insurance at risk for thousands
‘This confusion isn’t academic, it has real consequences for millions of Britons purchasing travel and health insurance,’ says chief executive
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Protesters project ‘toxic’ images onto insurers’ City offices
‘Axa and AIG present themselves as protecting homes and families, yet continue to underwrite projects that accelerate climate breakdown and fuel conflict,’ says spokesperson
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MGAs are ‘at the forefront of innovation’ and could be the next ‘huge success story’ for reinsurance – AM Best
Expert believes that reinsurers need to be looking for the next growth area to engage in and steer, following the trajectory of the profitable cyber insurance market
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Richard Tomlinson leaves Percayso after seven years in charge
‘We remain focused on supporting the insurance sector with market-leading solutions, while building the capabilities that will underpin our future growth,’ says chief executive
IT Interview
Mandy Hunt: The leader steering Clear Group’s MGA ambitions from ‘outside my comfort zone’
The broker and insurer alumnus is now firmly in the MGA market, with big plans around post-acquisition rebranding and new business incubation set to be delivered in the next 12 months
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Growth in a soft market should not be labelled as ‘inherently bad’ – Gallagher Re
Although reinsurance rate growth is experiencing a slowdown, other levers – such as acquisitions or managing risk exposure – can help to bolster business growth during 2025’s softer market conditions, says broker experts
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Fantasy Football: AA Underwriting’s Dave Cleverley Q&A
AA Underwriting’s ancillary products underwriting manager Dave Cleverley talks to Insurance Times about his early lead in this year’s Fantasy Football league
News Analysis
Market reacts to another Blueprint Two delay
‘Anyone waiting for Blueprint Two is paying a waiting premium,’ says co-founder and president
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Tariff-linked supply chain disruptions ‘worse than Covid’, complicating business interruption
’The problems that these businesses are now having to solve are ones of financial and economic assessment that interfere with the supply and demand curve, rather than ones of physical production and distribution capacity,’ says head
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Cat bonds see ‘record issuance’ in 2025’s H1 as alternative capital comes out of hibernation – Moody’s Ratings
The use of alternative capital models in the first six months of this year has already exceeded 2024’s full-year total, says credit rating agency
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Lloyd’s half year results show profit fall despite GWP growth
‘Despite a more challenging pricing environment and heightened uncertainty, the market continues to innovate and expand the global reach of the Lloyd’s platform,’ says chief executive
News Analysis
Briefing: Navigating a soft market – what’s next for UK brokers?
Insurers, keen to fight for market share, are more likely to support brokers who can adjust to these market conditions
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Aon becomes official partner of Ferrari’s Formula One team
’Ferrari’s global fanbase and the electrifying atmosphere they create at every race offer a unique platform to connect with our clients worldwide,’ says chief marketing officer
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Carriers’ cyber confidence sees new product creation continue ‘at a rapid pace’ – Gallagher Re
Regional carriers in the international market are ‘looking to set up a new cyber product for one or more of personal lines, SMEs or large corporates’, says chief commercial officer
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Liberty Specialty Markets appoints new head of client and broker distribution
‘His experience in client and broker distribution will be instrumental in evolving and harmonising our approach,’ says president
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Alchemy agrees sale of Apollo to NASDAQ-listed Skyward Specialty
‘This transaction is a fantastic result for our investors and we are confident the business will continue to thrive through its new partnership,’ says partner
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