Analysis
Reputational Risk: A rotten apple…
It takes years to build a reputation and minutes to ruin it. How can companies protect themselves against reputational risk?
SME Hubs: Let's get together
With so much economic focus on London, SME directors are championing the idea of a business hub away from the capital. But how would it work?
Research: Young Broker Nation: Attracting new talent
LV’s Phil Bunker looks back on conclusions of the State of the Young Broker Nation research and finds much to be positive about
Europe: Time to tune up D&O policies in Spain
XL Catlin's Estefania Taboada looks at the impact of new company governance rules on Spanish D&O policies.
Power hour: Building on growth
As the economy grows and building projects pick up, brokers in the North West are set to capitalise on a booming construction sector
D&O: 3 in 4 SMEs uncovered
It was once said that Stephen Hawking's 1988 book, ‘A Brief History of Time', was one of the most widely owned but least read works in print - something people wanted to show off on their bookshelf but could not face the effort required to digest the…
Australia: Catastrophes threaten capital flow
Australia is on course for the worst year for natural disasters since 2011. Alex Davis examines the impact of the costs to a domestic insurance industry that may consolidate after a period of increased competition.
Europe: Almost ready won't wash with regulators on 1 January
If someone were to ask the question of whether insurers are ready for Solvency II, the answer would be, "almost". But this simple response doesn't fully express the extent of work still to be done as we approach the biggest regulatory change the industry…
Europe: Opportunities in Middle and Eastern Europe despite geopolitical risks (26 Feb)
Despite the Russian-Ukraine crisis, 2014 brought hope of a revival for the regional market in Middle and Eastern Europe. Economic prospects have been positive, regardless of the continual geopo
Research: Young Broker Nation: 4: Findings
Are brokerages ticking the right boxes when it comes to attracting new talent and are they doing enough to keep young recruits once they have got them through the door? In the final instalment of Young Broker State of the Nation, Post reports its survey…
Europe: The Terrorism Threat
Recent events in France, Kuwait and Tunisia clearly illustrate the evolving nature of the terror threat and its potential to affect people and businesses in unexpected ways.
Deregulation Act: Cutting ties
Section 9 of the Deregulation Act 2015 will make it easier for insurers to cancel policies – but they must remain fair to customers.
Natural Catastrophes: Pool party
Insurers and governments are having to adapt to a world in which natural catastrophes are increasing in frequency and severity. It’s time for a new approach to nat cat.
Medco: Teething troubles
Medco launched just three months ago, as the government attempts to tackle spurious whiplash claims. Opinions on how the system has performed since then vary enormously
Roundtable: Big Data: What can big data do for the insurance industry?
With big data playing a bigger role across all industries, the big question is what it can do for the insurance sector?
Research: Young Broker Nation: 3: Professionalism
How do young insurance brokers view the industry bodies there to represent their interests, and what is their view on the drive towards greater professionalism through qualifications and training? In the third instalment of Young Broker State of the…