Tag: insurance

U.S. Health Care Price Transparency Gains with State and Federal Enforcement

Explore how recent state laws and federal policies are advancing hospital price transparency in the U.S., enhancing enforcement and empowering patients and employers with clearer healthcare cost data.

Resurgence of Annuities Highlights Retirement Security and Health Benefits

Annuities are gaining renewed interest as a solution to retirement insecurity, offering guaranteed lifelong income and improved health outcomes amid lapses in defined benefit plans.

Oregon Enacts 23 Laws Impacting Insurance, Infrastructure, and Data Privacy

Oregon Governor signs 23 new laws affecting health insurance coverage, data privacy, foster care payments, and infrastructure projects including the I-5 bridge. Key regulatory updates impact insurers, health providers, and public agencies.

Slide Insurance CEO Compensation and Premium Increases Spotlight Florida Insurance Market Reforms

Slide Insurance's IPO prospectus reveals $50 million executive payouts and premium hikes amid Florida insurance reforms impacting Citizens policy takeouts and market competition.

Cotality Study Quantifies U.S. Hurricane Exposure and Insurance Market Impacts

Cotality report details over 33 million U.S. homes at risk from hurricane damage with $11.7 trillion potential reconstruction costs, impacting insurance premiums and housing markets nationwide.

CIC Services Expands EnviroCap Liability Program with Broader Captive Coverage

CIC Services expands EnviroCap Liability Program, integrating auto, workers' comp, and general liability within a captive insurance model to combat rising premiums and coverage exclusions in commercial insurance.

Variable Annuities with Lifetime Income Benefits Offer Strategic Value in Retirement Planning

Research highlights the strategic value of variable annuities with lifetime income benefit riders, offering retirees income protection and enhanced risk management amid market volatility.

Maine Poll Shows Declining Favorability for Health Insurance Companies

New Maine polling reveals only 15% favor health insurance companies, with growing negative views amid debates on AI and pre-authorization regulations.

Patriot Growth Insurance Services Acquires Cashion Company to Expand Construction Insurance Capabilities

Patriot Growth Insurance Services acquires Arkansas-based Cashion Company, enhancing capabilities in construction risk management, surety bonding, and captive insurance.

US Personal Lines Return to Underwriting Profitability in 2024 Driven by Rate Increases and Claims Moderation

Fitch Ratings reports improved underwriting profitability in US personal lines for 2024, fueled by claims severity moderation, steady frequency, and premium rate hikes. Insights into market performance and trends.