As 2013 begins, and the catastrophe bond market strives to meet another year of high expectations, here's a look at the five most important trends in this space reveals the convergence not just of capital but of innovation and practicality.
The global catastrophe-bond market just wrapped up its second-best issuance year ever: With approximately $6 billion in fresh capital raised, according to the PCS Year-End 2012 Catastrophe Bond Report: Meeting Expectations, 2012 follows only 2007, in which sponsors raised $7 billion.
The severity of hurricane-related losses can vary drastically -- challenging insurers to be prepared for the unknown at all times. Here's how insurers are successfully adjusting to evolving risk exposures and policyholder needs.
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