AM BEST'S MONTHLY INSURANCE MAGAZINE
ASSET MANAGEMENT
US Fed Rate Hikes, Ukraine Invasion And Lingering COVID-19 Inject Volatility into Bonds
Without a crystal ball to see what the Federal Reserve has in store in its inflation fight, coupled with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and stubborn COVID-era supply chain problems, the bond market is seeing volatility rise.
- Terrence Dopp
- June 2022
LIFE INSURANCE
US Interest Rates, Excess Capital Drive Life Insurers’ M&A Push
The COVID-19 pandemic taught the industry a thing or two about core vs. non-core businesses and instilled a willingness to deploy capital to either shed or grow segments through M&As, observers say.
- Terrence Dopp
- June 2022
Asset Management & ESG Imperative
Insurance executives and industry experts discuss how social change is driving opportunity.
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ASSET MANAGEMENT & ESG
ESG Under Insurance Regulatory Spotlight
U.S. and U.K. environmental, social and governance oversight raises litigation challenges for insurers.
- John Weber
- May 2022
ASSET MANAGEMENT & ESG
Focus on ESG Expands Beyond Environmental, Energy
Diversity, equity and inclusion along with sustainable investing are top of mind in the insurance industry.
- Lori Chordas
- May 2022
ASSET MANAGEMENT & ESG
For ESG Investors, It’s Getting Easier to Be Green
The environmental, social and governance movement raises many challenges for insurers, including: Do green investments come at the expense of return and a whole raft of future uncertainties?
- John Weber
- May 2022
LIFE INSURANCE
Interest Rate Increases Posing New Challenges for Life Insurers
The Federal Reserve started increasing interest rates, something the life insurance industry sought for years. Fine-tuned investment portfolios, record capitalization and growth could make rate hikes less important than initially thought.
- Terrence Dopp
- May 2022
INSURTECHS
Connecticut, UK to Create an ‘InsurTech Corridor’
The partnership’s goal is to knock down regulatory barriers and determine market access.
- Timothy Darragh
- May 2022
PROTECTION & INDEMNITY CLUBS
Marine Mutuals North P&I, Standard Club in Merger Talks
If approved by the membership, the formal merger of both clubs is expected to close by Feb. 20, 2023.
- David Pilla
- May 2022
RISK MANAGEMENT (WEB ONLY)
Insurtech Exec: ‘Holistic’ Approach Is Key for Risk Managers as Offices Reopen
Risk managers have to ensure "that you have a happy workforce holistically" because many employees are at home and working longer hours, said Emilio Figueroa, chief insurance officer, Foresight.
- Tom Davis
- April 2022
RISK MANAGEMENT (WEB ONLY)
App Addresses Workers' Compensation, Safety and COVID-19 Issues
The Foresight Group provides Safesite, a risk management and safety platform that the insurtech says can help save lives, spur safety in workplaces and provide more cost-effective policies.
- Tom Davis
- April 2022
FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
Spotlight on ESG Widens to Social Concerns
The May issue includes a special presentation on ESG that aired on AM Best TV in April. Other coverage includes a look at insurtech innovation, the impact of rising interest rates on life insurers and a ranking of P&I clubs.
- Patricia Vowinkel
- May 2022
BEST'S RANKINGS
Members of the International Group of P&I Clubs — 2022 Edition
Members were ranked by 2020 gross premiums written.
- May 2022
APP STORE
App Helps Life Insurer Inspire, Reward Healthy Lifestyles
Foresters Go aims to redefine the industry through innovation, purpose and wellness.
- Tom Davis
- May 2022
EXECUTIVE CHANGES
Sompo Names Leaders for Reorganized Expanded Insurance Business
Verisk appoints replacements for its retiring chairman and chief executive officer and United Fire Group launches a search for a successor to its departing CEO.
- May 2022
AM BEST MULTIMEDIA
Panels to Discuss Developments in US Medical Professional Liability Sector and Auto Trends
Professionals also explore how data analytics and AI can be used to bring more of a human touch to insurance industry while also proactively assessing risks.
- May 2022
WEB TRAFFIC
Visits to Websites of Insurers That Offer MPLI Coverage
Medical professional liability insurance is typically offered by specialized carriers but is still written by some large multiline insurers.
- May 2022
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- May 2022
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