Tag: Insurance

U.S. Terror Plot Highlights Complex Risks for Holiday-Period Insurers

Federal charges in Southern California terror plot raise critical exposure issues for holiday event insurers, highlighting challenges in terrorism modeling and political violence coverage.

Chubb and FedEx Among U.S. Stocks Newly Rated as Overvalued by Morningstar

Morningstar identifies Chubb and FedEx among U.S. stocks newly classified as overvalued, highlighting valuation trends and market implications relevant to insurance professionals.

Lincoln Financial Launches Capital Group Dividend Value ETF Indexed Account in Fixed Indexed Annuities

Lincoln Financial introduces the first Capital Group Dividend Value ETF indexed account in fixed indexed annuities via Lincoln OptiBlend®, combining active management and downside protection for investors.

Liberty Micro Life Insurance Offers Full Waiver on Late Fees for Policy Renewals

Liberty Micro Life Insurance announces 100% waiver on late fees for outstanding premiums during policy renewal and revival period till December 2025.

Wall Street Issues Cautious Stock Forecasts for Key U.S. Financial and Retail Firms

Wall Street analysts issue cautious forecasts for American Eagle Outfitters, The Hartford, and Prosperity Bancshares, highlighting valuation challenges and investment risks in key U.S. financial and retail stocks.

NBER Report Highlights Rising Household Costs from Climate-Related Disasters

The NBER report estimates U.S. households face $400-$900 annually in climate-related costs from extreme weather, with rising insurance premiums, energy bills, and health impacts driving up expenses.

AM Best Affirms Manulife's A+ Rating Highlighting Strong Performance and Risk Management

AM Best affirms Manulife's A+ rating, citing stable earnings, strong risk management, and effective reinsurance strategies in North American and Asian markets.

Manulife and Bupa Forge Strategic Healthcare Collaboration in Hong Kong

Manulife and Bupa announce a strategic collaboration in Hong Kong to enhance integrated healthcare solutions, combining insurance and personalized support for improved health outcomes.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group Sees Mixed Institutional Activity Amid Analyst Upgrades

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group experiences mixed institutional share adjustments as several firms increase stakes, while others reduce holdings; multiple analyst upgrades raise price targets to mid-$60s, signaling market confidence in specialty insurance underwriting performance.

Analysis of Recent Federal Reserve Rate Cuts and Insurance Industry Impact

Explore the impact of recent Federal Reserve interest rate cuts on the insurance industry, including effects on underwriting, investment portfolios, and market risk.