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Buffett backs Moody’s at US hearing
Berkshire Hathaway’s Warren Buffett, compelled by subpoena to testify, backed Moody’s at a hearing yesterday, defending the ratings agency in which Berkshire has a holding against criticism it misled investors.
Torus launches professional lines cover in Europe
Speciality insurer Torus has launched a new professional lines offering in France and Germany.
Generali named as suitor for AIA
Generali may be interested in buying the AIG Asian unit, according to Italian newspaper reports.
Microinsurance: Up close
Microinsurance is set to grow exponentially over the next decade but what opportunities are there for reinsurers to become involved, asks Katherine Blackler.
Captives - interview: A captivating scene
Katherine Blackler talks to Dominic Wheatley of Willis' captive management practice about his career, the challenges faced by captive managers and the relationships they have with their reinsurance brokers.
Bermuda: Island of the giants
In the wake of the deal between Max Capital and Harbor Point, Seb Kafetz looks at whether bigger is really better in Bermuda.
Inside view: Personal injury claims threaten motor insurers
The recent surge in personal injury claims to hit UK motor insurers could have even bigger implications for the reinsurance market, particularly with the unpredictability that periodic payment orders (PPOs) add to the equation, writes Naeem Ali.
Results: Rollercoaster results characterise Q1 2010
As first-quarter results emerged around the globe in May, we have seen some clear winners and losers with many suffering from heavy catastrophe losses, writes Katherine Blackler.
MGA dumps Merlin and appoints Cunningham
Underwriting agency Commercial Express is replacing the existing Merlin facility with the appointment of Cunningham Lindsey.
Hiscox: German SMEs have better insurance understanding than Brits
Less than one in three (30%) small to medium sized businesses in Europe believe they are insured in the event that a professional mistake leads to them being sued.
Torus launches professional lines cover in Europe
Speciality insurer Torus has launched a new professional lines offering in France and Germany.
Premex announces 2009 turnover increase
Medico-legal and rehabilitation supplier Premex has announced turnover of £55m for 2009 – more than 10% up on the figure for 2008.
QBE appoints two to new division
Following the integration of its casualty and motor divisions in March, QBE has made two appointments to support the integration and development of the new division.
Generali named as suitor for AIA
Generali may be interested in buying the AIG Asian unit, according to Italian newspaper reports.
QBE moves to placate shareholder concerns over claims exposure
QBE has moved to distance itself from market rumours about its exposure to the Gulf of Mexico oil rig disaster and UK motor liability claims.
S&P revises Aviva outlook
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has revised its outlook on Aviva Insurance (Europe) to developing from negative.
US "elevated" up as Aon unveils 2010 Terrorism Threat Map
International counterterrorism efforts appear to be stifling the ability of terrorist groups to mount significant attacks on the scale of those of September 11, 2001, according to the 2010 Aon Terrorism Threat Map.
Rating agencies on the EC's radar as it aims to improve supervision
As part of its work on preventing a future financial crisis and strengthening the financial system, the European Commission has put forward amendments to the EU rules on credit rating agencies and launched a public consultation on reforming corporate…
S&P revises Aviva outlook
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has revised its outlook on Aviva Insurance (Europe) to developing from negative.
US "elevated" up as Aon unveils 2010 Terrorism Threat Map
International counterterrorism efforts appear to be stifling the ability of terrorist groups to mount significant attacks on the scale of those of September 11, 2001, according to the 2010 Aon Terrorism Threat Map.
Rating agencies on the EC's radar as it aims to improve supervision
As part of its work on preventing a future financial crisis and strengthening the financial system, the European Commission has put forward amendments to the EU rules on credit rating agencies and launched a public consultation on reforming corporate…
Review follows £60m Capita deal
Capita has outlined plans to retain the staff of Premier Medical Group following its £60m acquisition of the company last week.
Post Magazine - 03 June 2010
Subscribers to Post can now read the latest edition online as a digital interactive e-book.
Endurance CEO announces retirement
Endurance global chief executive of insurance operations Michael Fujii has retired from his post.