New York State regulators intend to expand their review of insurance coverages beyond force-placed insurance programs, according to Benjamin M. Lawsky, superintendent of Financial Services.

Home and auto insurer Allstate Corp said on Thursday it lost $280 million in April on natural disasters, more than it lost in the first three months of the year combined.

Home and auto insurer Allstate Corp said on Thursday it lost $280 million in April on natural disasters, more than it lost in the first three months of the year combined.

Progressive could be the biggest beneficiary if increasing personal-lines rates trigger more shopping behavior among consumers, as the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based insurer typically gains share when rates rise, according to a Stifel Nicolaus report.