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Bermuda Commercial Claims Costs Topped $1 Trillion over 9 Years
Bermuda-based commercial insurers and reinsurers incurred $1.1 trillion in gross claims costs to policyholders and cedants globally from 2016 to 2024, according to the Bermuda Monetary Authority. Over the period, Bermuda insurers and reinsurers incurred $831 billion in gross claims costs to US, Europe, and UK policyholders and cedents. Learn More
Property-Casualty Insurers See Improved First-Half Underwriting Income
US property-casualty insurers reported $11.2 billion in net underwriting income during the first half of 2025, according to a new report from AM Best. This year's first-half income is a significant improvement from the $2.9 billion in underwriting income US property-casualty insurers posted during the same period in 2024. Learn More
WTW Survey Finds Commercial Insurance Price Increases Moderating
US commercial insurance rates increased 3.8 percent in the second quarter of this year, continuing a trend from the prior two quarters of slowing rate increases, according to Willis Towers Watson’s (WTW's) second quarter Commercial Lines Insurance Pricing Survey (CLIPS). Read More
September CICR Explores How Captives Support Parents
The September issue of "Captive Insurance Company Reports" ("CICR") examines how captives support parent company missions and highlights insights from North Carolina's domicile, artificial intelligence governance frameworks, proposed § 831(b) reforms, Marsh's 2025 benchmarking study, and AM Best's reinsurance market briefing. Subscribers can access the full issue via Vertafore ReferenceConnect or IRMI Online. Read More
Captive Insurance and ESOP Strategies for Construction Companies
As baby boomer-owned construction companies seek succession options, many are turning to employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) and captive insurance. These strategies offer aligned benefits—enhancing risk management, supporting employee ownership, and securing long-term stability—making them ideal tools for companies navigating liquidity events, labor market challenges, and the industry's inherent operational risks. Read More
"Ivans Index" August 2025: Commercial Renewal Rates Mostly Rise
The August 2025 "Ivans Index" reveals continued year-over-year premium increases across most major commercial lines, while workers compensation remains in decline. Month-over-month trends were mixed, with notable increases in general liability and umbrella renewal rates. The index reflects market-wide premium shifts based on over 120 million insurance transactions. Read More
Insurers Report $11.5 Billion Underwriting Gain Despite Ongoing Pressures
US property-casualty insurers reported $11.5 billion in underwriting gains for the first half of 2025. Despite wildfire-driven losses in the first quarter, improved rates and stable second quarter results led to a better combined ratio. Surplus remains high, though inflation, weather volatility, and ongoing risk trends continue to pressure long-term profitability. Read More