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Career development: Women in Finance Charter
Insurers have been rallying around the Women in Finance Charter as a way of pushing for more women in senior roles.
Go Compare valued at £425m ahead of demerger
Go Compare could have a value of up to £425m once it lists independently on the stock exchange, analysts believe.
Enterprise deficit nine times larger than predicted
Failed Gibraltar insurer Enterprise had a total deficit of £96.4m, almost nine times more than the original estimate of £11m.
Zurich paid out more than £1bn worth in claims during first half of 2016
Zurich has paid more than £1bn in claims during the first half of 2016 with payout figures reaching higher than Axa.
Motor premiums continue to rise into third quarter
The average comprehensive motor insurance premium has risen by 9% over the last year, according to the Association of British Insurers.
FCA to consult on making FSCS levy more affordable
The financial services watchdog is looking to “improve affordability” for firms that contribute to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
IUA body to monitor emerging technology
The International Underwriting Association is establishing a new focus group to assess the future impact technology will have on London underwriting.
Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2016: The Winners
Manulife and Prudential both won three awards at the Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2016.
The rise and fall of Gable – where does this leave brokers?
The Liechtenstein-based insurer entered administration last month
New insurtech enters the market to drive uptake in cyber policies
New insurtech start-up, Cyberfense, has been approved by the Financial Conduct Authority and can now operate as an MGA.
Brendan McCafferty appointed intermediated and direct CEO of Axa
Axa has appointed Brendan McCafferty as CEO, intermediated and direct, assuming the duties left following Amanda Blanc’s promotion to group CEO.
Imperial Consultants reveals new management team
Imperial Consultants has unveiled its new management team with former insurers leading development projects for the loss adjuster.
SMEs will be hit hardest by a UK terror attack
Small and medium size enterprises will be hit hardest in the event of a terrorist attack in the UK, according to Pool Re’s Quarterly Threat Report.
Government releases report to help homeowners prepare for flooding
The government has teamed up with the insurance industry to deliver a report that will help customers better protect their homes and businesses from flooding damage.
This week in Post: Tricks and treats
This week, some Post colleagues and I went to a Halloween party dressed as whiplash victims. The joke was lost on other attendees, whose business was mainly commercial lines, and we ended up reassuring walking vegetables, bloody nurses and train engines…
Consumers crave 'all in one' insurer
An overwhelming proportion of consumers would buy all their insurance cover from a single company if they could, according to survey findings.
Spotlight on health insurance: Medical questionnaires and fraud
The health of a potential employee may have a major impact on their future productivity and, given the law of averages, at least one candidate being interviewed for any particular position is likely to have existing health issues.
Government 'does not understand' cyber threat to driverless cars
The government does not fully understand the risk posed to driverless cars by hackers, Parliament heard.
Insurers 'must adapt lines to changing terrorist threat'
Insurers must create new lines of cover to protect against the changing threat of terrorism, according to a new report.
XL Catlin reports decrease in GWP in Q3 2016
XL Catlin has seen a decrease in its gross written premiums due to higher premiums costs.
Vantage holdings set to acquire more brokers following NSM acquisition
NSM has acquired Vantage Holdings, owner of outdoor leisure and liability broker Vantage Insurance Services and Classic Insurance Services.
Fadata increases investment in Nordic region with new Stockholm office
Fadata has decided to increase its investment in the Nordic region through the launch of its new office in Stockholm.
Supreme court rules in AIG's favour against Impact
The Supreme Court yesterday allowed AIG’s appeal against Impact Funding Solutions by a majority of four to one.
Articulating terror risks with construction policies
As the areas affected by war and terrorism expand, the number of risks seeking insurance in those regions is increasing.