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Munich Re boss confident of €2bn profit in 2010 despite early losses
Gross premiums written rose by 9.5% to €41.4bn (€37.8bn). But if exchange rates had remained the same, premium volume would have increased by 9.9% compared with the previous year.
Munich Re boss confident of €2bn profit in 2010 despite early losses
Gross premiums written rose by 9.5% to €41.4bn (€37.8bn). But if exchange rates had remained the same, premium volume would have increased by 9.9% compared with the previous year.
Swiss Re gives quake and Xynthia loss estimates
Reinsurer claims losses for the European winter storm to be approximately $100m.
Swiss Re gives quake and Xynthia loss estimates
Reinsurer claims losses for the European winter storm to be approximately $100m.
Fortis international GI arm COR worsens to 107.8% in 2009
The group recorded an overall net profit EUR 456m, although its non life business net profit of EUR 74m, was negatively impacted by higher claims in Belgium and the UK.
Fortis international GI arm COR worsens to 107.8% in 2009
The group recorded an overall net profit EUR 456m, although its non life business net profit of EUR 74m, was negatively impacted by higher claims in Belgium and the UK.
Fortis Insurance to be rebranded "Ageas"
In a statemement it added: "This change of identity is a logical next step in our evolution from bancassurer to international insurance company. Our new name confirms our rebirth as a new company, but one that will benefit from past experience and the…
Fortis Insurance to be rebranded "Ageas"
In a statemement it added: "This change of identity is a logical next step in our evolution from bancassurer to international insurance company. Our new name confirms our rebirth as a new company, but one that will benefit from past experience and the…
Towergate unveils two new quote and buy facilities
Broker to target musicians, entertainers and sole traders with launches.
Government mulls plan to make third party cover for dog owners compulsory
Environment Secretary Hilary Benn said: "There is a lot of public concern about dog attacks, including the recent tragic deaths of young children, and about the rise in the number of so-called status dogs used to intimidate or threaten people."
Liberty raids Marsh for Hogg to lead strategic assets arm
The arm aims to develop and underwrite a range of specialist risks including intellectual property, reputational risks, cyber insurances and non-material damage business interruption.
Liberty raids Marsh for Hogg to lead strategic assets arm
The arm aims to develop and underwrite a range of specialist risks including intellectual property, reputational risks, cyber insurances and non-material damage business interruption.
Marsh to take $600m hit on Kroll disposal
The Financial Times reports The Carlyle Group, Apax Partners and General Atlantic have all entered bids by the deadline for first expressions of interest in late February.
Axa moves to expand Asian GI business
Its Malaysian subsidiary, Axa Affin General Insurance Berhad has received the approval from Bank Negara Malaysia, to acquire 80% of BH Insurance Berhad from Boustead Holdings Berhad and 20% from Felda Marketing Services Sdn Bhd.
Axa moves to expand Asian GI business
Its Malaysian subsidiary, Axa Affin General Insurance Berhad has received the approval from Bank Negara Malaysia, to acquire 80% of BH Insurance Berhad from Boustead Holdings Berhad and 20% from Felda Marketing Services Sdn Bhd.
QBE restructures European business
With immediate effect, QBE will operate four product underwriting divisions: casualty & motor; property; marine & energy; and reinsurance & specialist.
QBE restructures European business
With immediate effect, QBE will operate four product underwriting divisions: casualty & motor; property; marine & energy; and reinsurance & specialist.
RMS: detailed damage reports following Turkish earthquake still scarce
The Unites States Geological Survey has reported a fixed focal depth of 6.2 miles (10 km) and an epicentral location close to the village of Basyurt, 340 miles (550 km) east of the Turkish capital, Ankara.
RMS: detailed damage reports following Turkish earthquake still scarce
The Unites States Geological Survey has reported a fixed focal depth of 6.2 miles (10 km) and an epicentral location close to the village of Basyurt, 340 miles (550 km) east of the Turkish capital, Ankara.
Post Europe Q&A - Vanbreda
In the second of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Post Europe talks to the management of Vanbreda, the Belgium-based broker, which is part of the EOS Risq group.
Q&A - Vanbreda
In the second of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Insurance Insight talks to the management of Vanbreda, the Belgium-based broker, which is part of the EOS Risq group.
French insurer finalises transaction after Barclays deal
After obtaining customary regulatory approvals, CNP Assurances had finalised the transaction with Rentipar Seguros SGPS for the sale of its stakes of 83.52% et 83.57% respectively in Global - Companhia de Seguros, S.A. and Global Vida - Companhia de…
French insurer finalises transaction after Barclays deal
After obtaining customary regulatory approvals, CNP Assurances had finalised the transaction with Rentipar Seguros SGPS for the sale of its stakes of 83.52% et 83.57% respectively in Global - Companhia de Seguros, S.A. and Global Vida - Companhia de…
Aviva nominates CFO for new board position
Patrick Regan joins fellow candidates Fieke van der Lecq, Professor of Pension Markets and Peter Hartman, president and CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.