MetLife Inc., the New York-based insurer that traces its roots to the 1860s, said its come up with a new name for a U.S. retail unit thats slated for separation.

Allianz SE, Europes largest insurer, is expanding in North America to guard commercial clients against risks in dealmaking.

A former NFL football player is accused of leading an insurance fraud ring in California.

Gen Re has reached an agreement with rival insurer TransRe to improve sales.

AIG named Michael Lewis chief digital officer as the company turns to technology to simplify operations and gain an edge against smaller rivals.

Jared Abbey will serve as senior VP for corporate strategy and development with commercial insurer W.R. Berkley.

Bermuda-based Third Point Re takes on underwriting risks from U.S. mortgage guarantors and auto insurers and has added staff to win more contracts.

MetLife extended CEO Steve Kandarians term by lifting the age-65 retirement policy as he works to simplify the company and fights to avoid stricter government oversight.