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Hylant's Q1 2025 "Market Update" analyzes commercial insurance trends, renewal rate expectations, and underwriting shifts. Covering key lines such as casualty, cyber, property, and executive risk, the report provides insight into litigation drivers, market capacity, and evolving exposures impacting risk strategy in the year ahead. Read More

In 2024, US property and casualty insurers reported $100 billion in core net income and a $24.8 billion underwriting gain—marking the first annual gain since 2020. Despite severe catastrophe losses, improved premium adequacy and stable loss growth helped strengthen financial results, with the industry's combined ratio improving to 96.4. Read More

In this interview, Dustin Carlson of the 831(b) Institute outlines efforts to support micro-captive insurance through education, grassroots advocacy, and regulatory reform. He highlights collaboration with groups like Minicap and the National Taxpayers Union to advance clearer policies, defend legitimate captive use, and engage small businesses in the legislative process. Read More

An economic study reveals the captive insurance and reinsurance industry contributes CI$233 million annually to the Cayman Islands economy, supporting jobs, tourism, and government revenue. Commissioned by Insurance Managers Association of Cayman (IMAC) and Cayman Finance, the report highlights the sector's impact on local services, employment, and charitable giving. Read More

At the 2025 Captive Insurance Companies Association (CICA) Conference, student essay finalists presented innovative captive insurance strategies for fictional organizations. Through mentorship and practical analysis, students explored alternative risk financing, reinsurance, and parametric coverage—highlighting the next generation of leaders in risk management and their potential to shape the future of the insurance industry. Read More