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Prudential considers Thai bank's insurance book
British insurer Prudential is considering bidding for the insurance business of Thailand's Thanachart Bank, according to Reuters.
European insurers win ground in Solvency II debate
European Union insurers could be spared the full impact of solvency rules owing to a last-minute agreement on Thursday between senior lawmakers.
Solvency II unlikely to spark wave of relocations, says Fitch
Solvency II is unlikely to lead to a wave of European insurers moving their headquarters out of Europe as a result of concerns about third-country equivalence, particularly for the US, ratings agency Fitch has claimed.
Solvency II will not spark relocation, says Fitch
Solvency II is unlikely to lead to a wave of European insurers moving their headquarters out of Europe because of third-country equivalency concerns, Fitch Ratings has said.
Commercial Insurers: Global Compliance - Airmic's proposed database raises questions
With global compliance still a major concern for risk managers, will Airmic's proposed database soothe corporate clients?
Insurance Insight – top 10 stories
The top 10 stories from www.insuranceinsight.eu over the past seven days.
Investment in UK infrastructure threatened by Solvency II
Association of British Insurers director-general Otto Thoresen has said that new EU solvency rules must not deter long-term growth and investment in the economy.
MEPs on the front foot as Prudential sparks fear of mass insurer exodus
Solvency II concerns in the spotlight after UK giant linked with Hong Kong move
Editor's comment: Leaving on a jet plane
Reports that the Prudential is looking at jumping into Asia after 164 years has made some obvious waves around the sector.
Post magazine – 1 March 2012
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Talent deficit could scupper financial services firms' growth plans
A serious talent shortage could derail the growth plans of financial services companies globally, according to PwC's latest CEO survey.
Roundtable - Global programme: Building successful global programmes
Delivering tailored coverage around the world is a boon for multinational insurers. However, keeping up with regulatory demands, both internationally and locally, can be be a strain. Post gathered a group of experts to debate the most pressing issues.
HSBC bidders line up not to comment
QBE, Zurich and Allianz have refused to comment on speculation in a Reuters report that they are among bidders for HSBC’s insurance business.
Market moves: All change at the trade bodies
With insurer moves slower than last week, this week has seen a number of changes among the trade bodies, with the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters, the |British Insurance Brokers’ Association and Federation of European Risk Management Associations…
Post history - 30 years: Prudential ups contents premiums
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 30 years ago reveals.
Postbox: time to up the ante in fight against fraud?
Graham Odiam's article on 'first-party fraud' touches on a moral dilemma. Insurers have a desire to retain policyholders by providing a good service — both at policy inception and at claim time — but also need to prevent and detect fraud efficiently.
Pru launches broker Ipad app
Pru Health has launched a new Ipad app which will generate personal and business healthcare quotes for brokers.
Interview - John O'Roarke: taking LV to the next stage
John O'Roarke has seen the highs and lows of a career in insurance. He talks to Daniel Dunkley about his journey to LV and his plans for the next stage in the firm's development.
LV branch manager set for return to broking
LV's Manchester branch manager Roger Scholes is set to leave the insurer to join JLT.
APPG - 20 years in force: Representation for the industry
With its 20th anniversary just passed, David Worsfold looks at the success of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Insurance & Financial Services, detailing some key highlights from two decades of debate.
Post history - 10 years ago: Insurers to give genetic evidence
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 10 years ago reveals.
Pru Health to overhaul product offering
Pru Health is set to overhaul its product offering following its purchase of rival firm Standard Life Healthcare UK.
Pru Health launches new product range
Prudential group company Pru Health is set to launch a new range of products following its purchase of Standard Life Healthcare UK.