Solvency II
Roundtable: Solvency II in depth
In this extended roundtable discussion, group editor-in-chief Ant Gould and industry big hitters from the UK and continental Europe consider the progress made by (re)insurance as the once-distant spectre of Solvency II now looms large and close
Capital reserve rethink on industry agenda
The demand of Solvency II for companies to hold greater capital reserves will apply to some, though not all, in the industry, leaving many to consider the new requirements very carefully, writes Henry Keeling
Rates 'stable to rising'
Our roundup of reader opinion reveals that, while reinsurance rates remain broadly stable, some believe that pricing is beginning to rise.
Solvency II: warning over capital requirement
Insurers could face an average solvency capital requirement increase of more than 60% compared to previous expectations as a result of new Solvency II proposals, EMB has warned.
Hoban pledges 'dedicated' resource for insurance
The Conservative Party has attempted to allay the insurance industry's fears that it will be tarred with the same brush as banks, if the party comes to power this year and scraps the current regulator, by promising 'dedicated resources' to the sector.
CEIOPS agrees to co-operate closer with Swiss regulator
Members have also decided the Swiss supervisory regime of reinsurance undertakings equivalent to that applying to EU reinsurers.
CEIOPS agrees to co-operate closer with Swiss regulator
Members have also decided the Swiss supervisory regime of reinsurance undertakings equivalent to that applying to EU reinsurers.
Swiss GI premiums up 0.7% in 2009
SIA added it is striving for the "recognition of the equality of supervision between the EU and Switzerland" with regards Solvency II
Insurers support banks against tougher regulation at Davos
Lloyd's, Zurich and Swiss Re have leant their support to bankers attempting to fend of reforms of the financial services industry at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
CEIOPS agrees to set up new Solvency II task force
Body to deliver QIS5, the final qualititative impact study under Solvency II.
London companies prepare for Solvency II
The IUA has declared that companies that successfully implement Solvency II may make efficiency improvements and gain a competitive advantage on their rivals.
Arc respond to third round of Solvency II consultation papers
Working party identifies onerous capital requirements and higher expenses as significant negatives to the run-off sector of current Solvency II proposals.
The contented regulator
Six months into his regulatory role, Ken Hogg talks to Jonathan Swift about why after two decades working for insurance companies he is now well placed for life at the Financial Services Authority.
Post Magazine 7 January 2010
This issue featured an interview with new Aviva boss Mark Hodges; a look at claims representation at board level; solvency 2; contingent commissions; damage management; the Floods Bill; Auditor liability and all the latest news and views from the general…
Yet more regulatory burden
Changes to capital requirements are not the only element of Solvency II that insurers should be concerned about. Neil Coulson details the proposals for onerous information sharing.
Reflecting regulations
After taking a battering from the financial crisis, the focus is on which new regulations will be put in place to prevent a repeat, writes Tim Evershed.
Munich Re expects Solvency II sales boost
Munich Re expects a sales boost 2011/2 as Solvency II forces primary insurers to buy more reinsurance cover
Reinsurance Claims & Run-off Seminar – update
The live Claims & Run-off Seminar is taking place on 9 December 2009 at The London Capital Club, now also featuring a free lunch sponsored by Mound Cotton Wollan & Greengrass. Sign-up for free online now.
Deloitte comments on the latest CEIOPS advice on Solvency II framework
The Committee of European Insurance and Occupations Supervisors has delivered its final advice on Solvency II Level 2 implementing measures.
