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German non-life premiums to continue rising to offset declining investment yields
German non-life insurers will continue to increase premiums to offset declining yields on their investment portfolios, Fitch Ratings has predicted.
FCA approves Tech Mahindra's acquisition of Target
The Financial Conduct Authority has confirmed that it has formally approved the acquisition of Target Group by digital transformation specialists Tech Mahindra.
Ecclesiastical sees a return to more muted results for H1 2016
Ecclesiastical has reported a dip in profits for the first half of the year after a "return to a more normal claims experience compared to an exceptionally benign H1 2015".
AAIS to release new rules filings for drone insurance cover
American Association of Insurance Services has released new filings of Unmanned Aircraft Liability Coverage forms and rules this week, in response to consumer demand for coverage for drones.
Study finds increased demand for terrorism travel cover
Almost three quarters of British tourists would likely purchase additional travel insurance against terrorism if the price was under £5 a fortnight, according to International Travel and Healthcare.
Ecclesiastical appoints Chris Withers as head of broker distribution
Ecclesiastical has appointed former Covéa head of distribution Chris Withers as head of broker distribution.
Former Travelers CEO Jay Fishman dies at 63
Former Travelers CEO Jay Fishman died on Friday in his New Jersey home following a battle with a neuromuscular condition.
PPO levels remain low, Aon survey reveals
The volume of Periodic Payment Orders remains low, according to a motor insurance study published by Aon Benfield.
Admiral CEO predicts 'no material difference' following Brexit despite dramatic drop in solvency ratio
Admiral CEO David Stevens today said that Brexit will make no material difference to the insurer, despite the group seeing a significant drop in its solvency ratio following the out vote.
H1 catastrophe losses to exceed 2015, says Marsh
Global insured catastrophe losses have increased in the first half of 2016 to $27bn (£21bn) compared to $19bn (£15bn) in the first half of 2015, according to Marsh.
Zurich relaunches SME platform following negative feeback
Zurich has carried out a major refresh on its SME insurance platform Ztrade, in response to negative broker feedback following the platform’s original launch.
Hyperion and Eurossekuranz form strategic partnership
Hyperion Insurance Group has formed a strategic partnership with German broker Euroassekuranz Versicherungsmakler, subject to regulatory and financial approval.
Bermudian insurance giant behind largest UK insurtech start-up investment
Insurtech start-up Buzzmove has closed a £6m super-seed round led by Bermuda-based White Mountains Insurance Group.
Abbey Insurance Brokers set to expand into Enniskillen
Abbey Insurance Brokers plans to set up a new branch as the broker expands further across Northern Ireland.
Hiscox pledges to pay out in full on fair representation of risk cases under Insurance Act
Hiscox Insurance Company has made a pledge to pay claims in full to claimants that neither deliberately nor recklessly fail to make a fair representation of a risk under Insurance Act 2015.
Berenberg retains its 'sell' recommendation on Esure following results
Berenberg analysts have retained their “sell” recommendation on Esure following the insurer’s H1 results.
Broker Network appoints Paul Meehan as non-executive director
Broker Network has appointed Paul Meehan as independent non-executive director with immediate effect.
Biba calls on insurers to be clear on Insurance Act 2015
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has called on insurers to be clear when they 'contract out' of parts of the Insurance Act 2015, which is implemented today.
Brexit will not affect UK Gibraltar business relationship, says Hastings
In light of Hasting’s strong financial results today, chief financial officer Richard Hoskins has said that the group is not concerned about Brexit affecting its growth.
AIG's work experience programme makes students u-turn on ruling out insurance as a career
Two-thirds of participants in AIG’s two-week work experience programme said they were "quite likely” or “very likely” to consider a job in insurance after completing the course, compared to 67% unknowns at the start.
Ageas CEO Andy Watson expects motor premium rises to slow in H2
Ageas UK CEO Andy Watson has told Post that he expects motor premium rises to slow significantly in the second half of 2016.
Zurich UK sees hike in profits despite strong stance on new business
Zurich UK has seen business operating profit and combined operating ratio significantly improve in the first half of 2016, despite an 8.1% drop in gross written premiums.
Broker bias: Is there conflict over commission?
Risk managers are increasingly worried about broker conflicts of interest. Are there enough checks in place?
Aston Scott appoints Stuart Rootham as group managing director to help bolster growth
Aston Scott has appointed Stuart Rootham as group managing director, effective October and subject to regulatory approval.