Investing

Travelers Reports Strong Q2 Earnings, Driven by Underwriting and Commercial Performance

Travelers Companies posted a Q2 net income of $2.21 billion, benefiting from reduced catastrophe losses and exceptional growth in surety insurance.

Jul 20, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Connecticut Promotes FORTIFIED Roofing Standards Amid Lack of Insurance Incentives

Connecticut is advocating for FORTIFIED roofing standards to enhance storm resilience, yet lacks mandatory insurance discounts to incentivize adoption...

Jul 19, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Ameritas Strengthens Leadership with Strategic Appointments in Planning and Marketing

Ameritas appointed Bob MacDonald as Senior VP of Strategic Planning and Gaurav Mehra as Senior VP of Marketing to navigate market challenges and lever...

Jul 19, 2026 • 5 min read

Markets

Bamboo Insurance Expands Homeowners Capacity in California by $150 Million

Bamboo Insurance partners with MS Transverse to enhance California homeowners capacity by $150 million, responding to shifts in the market dynamics.

Jul 19, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Great American Challenges Coverage in Reinsurer Commission Disputes

Great American E&S Insurance asserts its policies don't cover claims against National Transportation Associates regarding disputed commissions in a fe...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Florida Appeals Court Favors State Farm in PIP Reimbursement Dispute

A Florida appeals court reversed a lower ruling, siding with State Farm in a pivotal PIP reimbursement case, while larger legal questions remain unres...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Louisiana Appeals Court Clarifies Direct-Action Law in Insurance Case

A Louisiana court ruled that amendments to the direct-action law are retroactive, impacting how insurers can be named in litigation.

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Specialty Insurance Market Faces Potential Turning Point Amidst Capacity and Pricing Pressures

The specialty insurance market is nearing a critical juncture as capacity, pricing, and loss trends signal possible shifts ahead.

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Economy

Market Pressures Mount as Data Center Development Faces Rising Risks

The rapid expansion of hyperscale data centers highlights significant insurance challenges, with financial exposures and natural hazards complicating...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Analyzing Startup Funding Trends in Argentina and Spain Amid the World Cup Final

Argentina and Spain, both World Cup finalists, show promising yet limited startup funding in 2026, suggesting untapped potential in their entrepreneur...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Hanover Insurance Group Appoints Dick Lavey as CEO-Elect Amid Market Shifts

Dick Lavey has been named CEO-elect of Hanover Insurance Group, stepping into leadership as the industry faces changing market dynamics and competitiv...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Young Affluent Collectors Underinsure Valuable Assets, Reveals Chubb Study

A Chubb survey shows that less than half of young affluent collectors insure their valuable assets, highlighting significant gaps in standard homeowne...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Amwins Launches Targeted Insurance Program for Evolving Self-Storage Sector

Amwins Program Underwriters unveils a specialized insurance offering for self-storage facilities, adapting to the evolving risk landscape as instituti...

Jul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

The Shift in Insurance AI: From Cost Savings to Revenue Growth Opportunities

Leaders in the insurance sector are moving towards AI applications that enhance productivity and drive revenue growth, shifting away from mere cost sa...

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Record Attendance at InsuranceFest 2026 Highlights Industry Trends and Networking Opportunities

InsuranceFest 2026 in Santa Monica attracts over 1,750 attendees, showcasing evolving industry challenges and fostering connections among insurance pr...

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Insurance Industry Shifts: 96 Rising Stars Set to Redefine the Future by 2026

Insurance Business America names 96 Rising Stars in 2026, spotlighting influential young professionals poised to reshape the industry's future.

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Typewritten Notes Challenge Insurance Coverage in Forklift Mishap Case

A New York court ruling keeps a coverage dispute alive, spotlighting how typewritten amendments can alter insurance policy interpretations.

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Northeastern U.S. Faces Increased Air Quality Risks from Canadian Wildfires

Wildfire smoke from Canada is exacerbating air quality issues in the northeastern U.S., presenting challenges for risk managers and outdoor workers al...

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Stocks

Hartford Appoints Randy Larsen to Strengthen Board with Brokerage Expertise

The Hartford enhances its board with Randy Larsen, a former AssuredPartners CEO, bringing vital brokerage experience amid market pressures.

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Atlantic Specialty Seeks Court Ruling to Deny Coverage in $58 Million Sensor Dispute

Atlantic Specialty Insurance contests coverage for a $58 million claim from Applied Physics Systems, citing policy exclusions and timing issues.

Jul 16, 2026 • 5 min read