Commercial
Green footprints
Ana Paula Nacif reports on the debate about how to accommodate more sustainable building materials and techniques, without increasing property risk.
The future of modelling
Once the preserve of geeks, financial modelling is almost mainstream today, although there is still much more to achieve. Andrzej Czernusewicz concludes this three-part series with a look into the future of modelling.
Black swan theory
Unlike bankers, insurers have so far averted trouble in the recession. But, how much of this is due in part to the effective use of modelling and can this help them stay out of trouble? Rachel Gordon speaks to key market figures about modelling…
Running out of time
With tough times ahead, insurers need to forget 'sexy' and go back to basics" understanding risk, pricing it correctly and looking after its investments, says Clare Ryder.
The exchange rate effect
Daniel Dunkley looks at the likely changes to UK accounting rules, as debate surfaces over the extent that exchange rate movements have impacted insurer results.
Giles stresses MGA commitment after Ernoult departure
Former Oxygen broking boss Tom Ernoult joined in March.
Allianz profits hit by low interest rates
Profits fall 6.1% to £88.3m.
APC build on European ambitions
APC signals intent with City move and senior appointment.
Marsh launches trade credit insurance
The service will enable companies to continue trading effectively with suppliers and customers during the recession.
Hiscox to aggressively grow commercial schemes business
Insurer says it wants to build a portfolio of scheme business of up to 50 000 SMEs in the next three years.
Towergate SME business gets boost
New website and online quotation service launched.
Underwriting boss Fairhead promoted at Zurich
Chief underwriting officer heads to Dublin
Insurers predict increase in commercial motor premiums
More than 90% of underwriters predicting rise, Aon research reveals.
SBJ to rebrand by year end
Rice: building new teams.