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Remember the golden years of the 1990s, when commercial insurance rates fell by only about 5 percent per year? Those were the days! When second-quarter statistics are released in about 30 days, it is
With catastrophe losses mounting in the second quarter and the magnitude of premium rate declines easing, rumors of an end to the soft market began to creep into insurance news headlines this month.
A chief executive for a mega-brokerage firm has called on New York state regulators to end all producer contingent commission agreements by 2010 to level the playing field for all insurance
Dallas-based MarketScout's latest Market Barometer analysis found that while rates are still declining, on average, by double-digits, and the market is still considered soft, the June composite rate
A House Financial Services Subcommittee has approved three key reform bills--two aimed at improving the insurance regulatory system, and the other increasing the availability of coverage by expanding
In an industry that makes its money by assessing and avoiding risk, one would think that ensuring data security is a slam dunk. But while the insurance industry has made gains in this area,
Dayton Beach, Fla.-based insurance broker Brown & Brown Inc. reported second-quarter net income fell 22 percent and organic growth dropped 8 percent as declining prices continued to take a toll on ear
The findings were reported by Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of New York Inc. in their latest study of insurers' performance in a poll that drew responses from 261 agency principals who were i
As a whole, for the second quarter Winston-Salem, N.C.-based BB&T reported net income dropped by $30 million, to $428 million. This translated into a 5 cent decline in earning per share to 78 cents a
London-based Aon insurance brokerage announced that Mark Chessher, a finance executive at Zurich Financial Services, has been appointed chief financial officer for Aon Limited and Aon Risk Services (U
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The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
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The Executive Lines insurance market is evolving with new trends in competition, capacity, and underwriting becoming more prominent. To stay ahead in this dynamic market, you must understand these key trends and their implications. This analysis will equip you with the insights you need to secure optimal coverage for your clients in 2025 and beyond.
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Inefficient P&C claim letters hide significant costs. Discover how the application of AI for claims letters can transform this liability into a strategic asset, automating accurate letter generation for 200%+ ROI and operational efficiency.
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Severe convective storms (SCS) caused $56B in insured losses last year, highlighting rising risks and the urgent need for insurers to adapt their risk assessment strategies. This overview explores 2025's trends, La Niña's impact, and how AI-driven, property-level insights can help insurers mitigate losses and improve underwriting.
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This guide explores the biggest pitfalls in Distribution Channel Management and practical steps you can take to reduce risk, streamline operations, and better support your agency relationships.
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Mixed manual and digital onboarding processes often cause customer frustration and lost policyholders. This white paper shows how to fully digitize first-day processes--making them faster, easier, and more secure with key technologies--to help you minimize abandonment and attract new clients.
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Explore how AI is reshaping underwriting, pricing, and claims--while meeting rising regulatory expectations. This special guide cuts through the noise to reveal real-world use cases, debunk myths, and offer actionable best practices for responsible implementation.
Download ResourceFrom AgentSync
Looking to cut appointment costs without risking compliance? Learn how Just-in-Time (JIT) appointments can help carriers save thousands while staying aligned with state regulations.
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Insurers face mounting pressure from outdated systems, data silos, and rising customer expectations. Discover how a connected, digital-first approach can improve policyholder experiences, streamline operations, and help meet compliance mandates. This guide offers actionable strategies to modernize value-chain operations and drive business growth.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Traditional roof risk assessment falls short. Ballooning combined ratios demand better methods. This guide reveals how AI and new data sources provide significant lift over traditional models for hail and wind risk.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Recovering funds from at-fault parties in auto claims is crucial for insurers, yet subrogation challenges like incomplete data and manual processes slow the process. This guide reveals how claims professionals can streamline subrogation, reduce administrative costs, and maximize recoveries with a more efficient approach. Get the insights you need to speed up claims resolution and improve financial outcomes.
Download ResourceFrom Laserfiche
Rising customer expectations, more restrictive regulations, and increased competition are pushing insurers to modernize information management to boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how Intelligent Information Management (IIM) transforms insurance operations--addressing key challenges and delivering measurable ROI by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Digital media fraud is evolving fast--can your fraud detection strategies keep up? With AI-powered tools making it easier than ever to manipulate claims evidence, insurers must stay ahead of fraudsters. Download this guide to explore the latest digital media fraud tactics that are affecting the industry.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Rain-related business disruptions can be costly for your clients. Parametric hourly rain insurance offers a proactive approach to mitigate financial losses from weather conditions. This data-driven solution delivers fast, automated payouts when rainfall thresholds are met, ensuring your clients are protected when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Hurricane-related financial risks can leave businesses vulnerable due to gaps found in traditional insurance policies. Parametric hurricane insurance provides a proactive solution for your clients to recover from hurricane-related financial losses quickly. Learn how this innovative coverage model offers transparent payouts based on measurable storm conditions--helping your clients bridge critical financial gaps when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
Avoid Costly Setbacks, Stay on Schedule, and Maximize ROI
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
Download ResourceFrom RPS | Risk Placement Services
The Executive Lines insurance market is evolving with new trends in competition, capacity, and underwriting becoming more prominent. To stay ahead in this dynamic market, you must understand these key trends and their implications. This analysis will equip you with the insights you need to secure optimal coverage for your clients in 2025 and beyond.
Download ResourceFrom Voltaire
Inefficient P&C claim letters hide significant costs. Discover how the application of AI for claims letters can transform this liability into a strategic asset, automating accurate letter generation for 200%+ ROI and operational efficiency.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Severe convective storms (SCS) caused $56B in insured losses last year, highlighting rising risks and the urgent need for insurers to adapt their risk assessment strategies. This overview explores 2025's trends, La Niña's impact, and how AI-driven, property-level insights can help insurers mitigate losses and improve underwriting.
Download ResourceFrom AgentSync
This guide explores the biggest pitfalls in Distribution Channel Management and practical steps you can take to reduce risk, streamline operations, and better support your agency relationships.
Download ResourceFrom OneSpan
Mixed manual and digital onboarding processes often cause customer frustration and lost policyholders. This white paper shows how to fully digitize first-day processes--making them faster, easier, and more secure with key technologies--to help you minimize abandonment and attract new clients.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Explore how AI is reshaping underwriting, pricing, and claims--while meeting rising regulatory expectations. This special guide cuts through the noise to reveal real-world use cases, debunk myths, and offer actionable best practices for responsible implementation.
Download ResourceFrom AgentSync
Looking to cut appointment costs without risking compliance? Learn how Just-in-Time (JIT) appointments can help carriers save thousands while staying aligned with state regulations.
Download ResourceFrom Laserfiche
Insurers face mounting pressure from outdated systems, data silos, and rising customer expectations. Discover how a connected, digital-first approach can improve policyholder experiences, streamline operations, and help meet compliance mandates. This guide offers actionable strategies to modernize value-chain operations and drive business growth.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Traditional roof risk assessment falls short. Ballooning combined ratios demand better methods. This guide reveals how AI and new data sources provide significant lift over traditional models for hail and wind risk.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Recovering funds from at-fault parties in auto claims is crucial for insurers, yet subrogation challenges like incomplete data and manual processes slow the process. This guide reveals how claims professionals can streamline subrogation, reduce administrative costs, and maximize recoveries with a more efficient approach. Get the insights you need to speed up claims resolution and improve financial outcomes.
Download ResourceFrom Laserfiche
Rising customer expectations, more restrictive regulations, and increased competition are pushing insurers to modernize information management to boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how Intelligent Information Management (IIM) transforms insurance operations--addressing key challenges and delivering measurable ROI by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Digital media fraud is evolving fast--can your fraud detection strategies keep up? With AI-powered tools making it easier than ever to manipulate claims evidence, insurers must stay ahead of fraudsters. Download this guide to explore the latest digital media fraud tactics that are affecting the industry.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Rain-related business disruptions can be costly for your clients. Parametric hourly rain insurance offers a proactive approach to mitigate financial losses from weather conditions. This data-driven solution delivers fast, automated payouts when rainfall thresholds are met, ensuring your clients are protected when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Hurricane-related financial risks can leave businesses vulnerable due to gaps found in traditional insurance policies. Parametric hurricane insurance provides a proactive solution for your clients to recover from hurricane-related financial losses quickly. Learn how this innovative coverage model offers transparent payouts based on measurable storm conditions--helping your clients bridge critical financial gaps when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
Avoid Costly Setbacks, Stay on Schedule, and Maximize ROI
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
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