In the Q2 edition of the Property Insurance Power Panel, catch experts from Gallagher and EPIC Insurance Brokers on reinsurance costs and preparing accounts in more significant nat cat footprint areas. They also delve into market capacity and the increased use of technology in claims assessment.
If you are a snowbird that heads south for the winter, there are several key things you can do to help winterize your vacant home. Taking the right winterization steps can help protect your home from theft, water damage, heating or electrical system malfunctions and other possible threats while you are away for an extended period of…
Senate Bill 2339 would prohibit courts from holding utilities strictly liable for damages caused by wildfires. Instead, utilities could use voluntarily created wildfire mitigation plans as proof that they took reasonable steps to prevent fires. These plans would need to outline high-risk service areas, vegetation management strategies, and wildfire response procedures. Source link
Income before taxes was $538.6 million, down from $574.1 million a year ago. After accounting for $121.3 million in income tax and $222,000 in noncontrolling interests, net income attributable to common shareholders was $417.6 million. The company reported 399.8 million diluted shares outstanding for the quarter, compared to 405.8 million in the same period last…
The downstream energy sector saw limited major losses in 2024, encouraging insurers to reduce rates. However, potential losses in the first quarter of 2025 have already reached $1.5 billion, exceeding the prior year’s total, introducing potential volatility. Source link
