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Catastrophe Bond Market Starts 2022 with an Active First Quarter
The first quarter's $3.52 billion in catastrophe bond issuance made it the third most active first quarter ever for catastrophe bond issuance, according to a report from Artemis. New catastrophe bond issuance during the first 3 months of 2022 was 36 percent—$929 million—above the 10-year average for the period. Read More
April "CICR" Looks at Parametric Risk Transfer in Vermont
Don't miss the April issue of "Captive Insurance Company Reports" ("CICR"), in which Dr. Marcus Schmalbach, CEO of RYSKEX GmbH, offers insight into Vermont legislation that will allow captives to accept or transfer risks using parametric triggers. Dr. Schmalbach's article takes a closer look at the background and implications. Read More
Russia-Ukraine Conflict Adds to Reinsurers' Challenges as 2022 Begins
While the Russia-Ukraine conflict will add uncertainty and increase earnings volatility in global reinsurers' specialty lines, the direct exposure to those reinsurers' assets is minimal, according to S&P Global Ratings. The conflict is, however, one more factor contributing to a challenging start to 2022 for global reinsurers. Read More
AXA XL Introduces Environmental Ecosystem for North American Clients
AXA XL's North American environmental insurance business has rolled out the tailored Environmental Ecosystem, designed to help clients adopt new technology solutions to manage business risks. AXA XL said the Environmental Ecosystem follows the launch of the company's Construction Ecosystem and its curated technology for construction contractors. Read More
Property-Casualty Insurers Poised for Improved Underwriting Profits
North American property-casualty insurance companies are positioned for improved underwriting profits in 2022 due to continued commercial lines pricing trends favorable to insurers and likely stabilization of their personal auto business, according to Fitch Ratings. Read More