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Inconsistencies in critical infrastructure clauses create uncertainty for cyber re/insurers: Lockton Re

Critical infrastructure clauses in cyber insurance are inconsistent across the market, creating uncertainty for insurers, reinsurers, brokers and policyholders, according to a report by Lockton Re, the reinsurance business of Lockton. Critical infrastructure presents systemic exposures for the cyber market. Those exposures span utilities, telecommunications and financial infrastructure, and sit beyond the scope of the…

Latin American reinsurance market maintains growth despite prolonged soft cycle: AM Best

Emily5 days ago19 hours ago010 mins

AM Best, a global credit rating agency specialising in the insurance sector, says the Latin American reinsurance market has remained resilient despite weaker economic growth, significant catastrophe exposures and a prolonged soft market. Its September 2026 Market Segment Report highlights continued premium growth, abundant reinsurance capacity and opportunities created by the region’s substantial insurance protection…

Global reinsurance sector expected to remain well capitalised despite softer pricing: S&P

Emily5 days ago20 hours ago08 mins

S&P Global Ratings, a global provider of credit ratings, research and financial analysis, expects the international reinsurance sector to remain strongly capitalised and profitable through 2026 and 2027. The company said reinsurers should have sufficient financial strength to absorb significant losses, although the market continues to face challenges from rising claims costs, climate-related uncertainty and…

Pro Global deal brings scale and complementary capabilities: Marco Capital

Emily5 days ago19 hours ago017 mins

Following Marco Capital’s agreement to acquire Pro Global, we spoke with Marco Capital Group CEO Simon Minshall and PoloWorks CEO Paul Andrews about the combination of Pro Global and PoloWorks. The executives highlighted the strong complementarities between the two businesses, with the combination also bringing greater geographic reach and creating a more scalable insurance services…

HDI Global UK&I receives Lloyd’s approval in principle to establish new syndicate

Emily6 days ago19 hours ago05 mins

HDI Global UK & Ireland (HDI) has announced that it has received approval in principle from Lloyd’s to establish a new Lloyd’s syndicate, marking a key milestone in its wider Xcelerate29 growth strategy. The approval in principle enables HDI to continue progressing through the remaining regulatory and operational stages required before it can obtain permission…

SiriusPoint’s Govrin flags property rate pressure and rising AI adoption across re/insurance

Emily6 days ago19 hours ago06 mins

Speaking in an interview during the 68th edition of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS) in Monte Carlo, David Govrin, SiriusPoint’s Group President and CEO of Global Reinsurance & London Market Specialty, discussed the outlook for the January 1 reinsurance renewals, including rate movements, terms and conditions, and underwriting discipline. The executive also shared his views…

Run-off liabilities reach $2.57bn YTD following slow H1 start: PwC

Emily6 days ago20 hours ago03 mins

Combined gross liabilities of the non-life insurance run-off market reached an estimated $2.57 billion in 2026 year to date, driven by 18 publicly announced deals across eight acquirers, according to data from PwC. The YTD figures demonstrate a robust recovery following a slow start to the year. Only two run-off transactions were made public during…

Cyber reinsurance buyers willing to explore higher cessions at Jan 1 renewals: Marsh Re’s Cordonnier

Emily6 days ago20 hours ago011 mins

Anthony Cordonnier, Global Co-Head of Cyber, Managing Director at reinsurance broker Marsh Re, said a meaningful shift that is beginning to appear is a willingness among some buyers to explore higher cessions at the 1 January 2027 cyber renewals. In an interview with Reinsurance News around the annual meeting of the reinsurance industry in Monte…

Dyson Camera Toothbrush: Features, Price, And How The Smart Oral Tech Works

Emily6 days ago20 hours ago04 mins

When you hear ‘smile for the camera’ you think it will be in front of your face, not in your mouth. But Dyson’s new electric toothbrush is changing that one brush at a time. If you thought brushing your teeth was as simple as bristles and paste, think again. The £419 (woof) toothbrush is no…

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5 Best Robot Vacuums To Shop In UK 2026

Emily6 days ago20 hours ago023 mins

There’s truly nothing better than a clean house. But if I’m being really honest, I hate vacuuming so much, I rarely do it. Don’t even get me started on mopping. Yes, mum, I know that’s really bad. Like loading and emptying the dishwasher, though, it seems to be a never-ending cycle. Something about my flat…