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The insurance-linked securities (ILS) market grew to $144.5 billion as of the end of June 2026, which re/insurance broking group Aon says represents an annual growth rate of 8.4% over the past five years, ensuring ILS has become a source of “foundational reinsurance capital.” Aon Securities’ 20th and latest ILS market report analyses sector activity…
Barbados-based reinsurer Active Capital Reinsurance, Ltd. (Active Re) has joined BIBA, the private-sector trade organisation representing over 130 firms engaged in global business in Barbados, as a member, reinforcing its commitment to participate in industry dialogue on regulation, market development, and the international business environment. Active Re emphasises that the move reinforces its commitment to…
Hippo, a technology-native insurance group, has expanded its homeowners insurance programme to a further 14 states through national distribution partners, meaning the programme will service 22 states starting in the fourth quarter, a steep hike from the previous eight. The Hippo Homeowners Insurance Program will expand to homeowners beyond the newly built home channel in…
Tokio Marine HCC International (TMHCCI), a member of Tokio Marine HCC (TMHCC), has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Direct Commercial Limited (DCL), a specialist UK commercial motor managing general agent (MGA), and its sister company, Direct Commercial Premium Finance Limited. DCL is headquartered in Chelmsford, Essex, and is one of the UK market’s…
President Donald Trump posted a ranking of what he apparently believes are the greatest US presidents, and it’s no surprise where he ended up on the list. The post, featuring portraits of 34 of the 45 individuals who have held the office, ranks them as “the greatest, great, near great, average, below average and failures.”…
It’s hard to overstate the benefits of frequent walks. While this form of exercise may not feel as impactful as a high-intensity workout or distance run, walking actually does wonders for the body. “Physically it will improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the heart, thereby helping circulation, lower blood pressure, helping in the prevention of heart…
CNA Insurance, a U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance company, has promoted Claire Louko to Senior Vice President, North America Reinsurance. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Louko will be responsible for the teams managing reinsurance services, claims, operations, contracts and the firm’s corporate insurance programmes, in addition to her current responsibilities for ceded reinsurance placement. She…
Dolly Parton at the 2019 Grammys Following the news of Dolly Parton’s death at the age of 80, her fans all over the world have been reflecting on her life and legacy. A major part of that was her almost-60-year marriage to Carl Dean, who ran a successful asphalt paving company in the couple’s home…
The US fronting insurance sector continued to outpace the broader commercial insurance market in 2025, growing 17% to exceed $22 billion in gross written premiums, according to Conning’s 2026 Fronting Sector Confronts a Softening Market report. While growth slowed from 26% in 2024, the sector still substantially surpassed the total commercial lines industry’s 5% expansion….
Dolly Parton’s sister, Stella, has claimed that the country music icon had been willing to try “experimental drugs” while being treated for cancer “in the hope of helping others”. Following the news of the Jolene singer-songwriter’s death at the age of 80 earlier this week, her sister paid her respects in a lengthy Facebook post….