John Bruce (pictured), senior partner at Kennedys, attributed the growth to strategic decisions, including new office openings and leadership changes. He outlined the firm’s target to reach US$1 billion (CAD$1.3 billion) in global revenue by 2030, highlighting investments in personnel, processes, infrastructure, and innovation as part of this plan.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said the review identified numerous unrelated claims that should not have been submitted for reimbursement. These allegedly included non-hurricane-related damages, which, under the fund’s guidelines, were ineligible for payment. The attorney general’s office stated that Universal’s reporting practices led to excess payments from the hurricane fund, the report said. Source…
At the end of the quarter, Brighthouse reported common stockholders’ equity, or book value of $3.5 billion, or $61.17 per common share. Excluding accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI), the company’s book value stood at $8.2 billion, or $141.87 per share. Source link
EPIC launches construction and infrastructure group EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants introduced its Construction & Infrastructure Group (C&I Group) to serve general contractors, specialty contractors, architects, engineers, developers and other industry stakeholders. Source link
WM Outrigger Re, another key insurance operation, reported a sharp increase in premiums, with gross written premiums rising to $38 million in the first quarter, up from $34 million in Q1 2024. However, its combined ratio was significantly higher at 166%, primarily due to losses related to the California wildfires. Source link
Industry and market outlook The leadership transition comes as Argo adapts to shifting industry dynamics, including regulatory changes, rising litigation costs, and evolving risks in the specialty insurance sector. With Donahue at the helm, the company is expected to continue refining its underwriting approach while seeking growth opportunities in niche markets. Source link
Do you have a vacation cabin or another property that you use during the summer but leave empty during the winter? If so, you need to winterize your getaway so you don’t find a mess when spring arrives. Winterizing may take a few hours of work, but being thorough can prevent serious problems. These include…
