Merger and acquisition activity in the insurance industry is increasing, although the number of deals still remains well below levels seen before the financial crisis.

Starr Companies CMO on knowing one's strengths, being the keeper of the brand, and her No. 1 choice each day.

Home prices climbed in 85% of U.S. metropolitan areas in the first quarter as low mortgage rates and the strongest labor market in almost seven years spurred demand.

Exor upped the ante in the takeover battle for PartnerRe, raising its bid by 5.8% in a final push to beat out rival Axis for control of the reinsurer.