Tropical Storm Irene's trek up the East Coast caused less damage than many had feared, a bit of reassuring news for a fragile economy.

Tampa-based HealthPlan Holdings, Inc., a provider of outsourced solutions in the benefits markets, has acquired Zenith Administrators, Inc.

Tampa-based HealthPlan Holdings, Inc., a provider of outsourced solutions in the benefits markets, has acquired Zenith Administrators, Inc.

Citing an increased risk of winds and high waters from Hurricane Irene, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has issued a mandatory evacuation order for large parts of the city.

Laura L. Schupbach was named the new head of Wells Fargo Insurance Services to replace David Zuercher who is retiring at the end of this year.

Laura L. Schupbach was named the new head of Wells Fargo Insurance Services to replace David Zuercher who is retiring at the end of this year.

The insurance industry performed poorly for the first half of this year primarily due to an unprecedented level of catastrophes and while the results may point to premium price increases, other factors may keep a lid on them.

The insurance industry performed poorly for the first half of this year primarily due to an unprecedented level of catastrophes and while the results may point to premium price increases, other factors may keep a lid on them.