Underinsurance
Blog: What brokers can do to tackle SME underinsurance
Many small and medium-sized enterprises are not sufficiently protected against the risks they are most concerned about - and brokers can help fix that.
IPT: higher and higher
Wasn't expecting that... The lyrics from the Jamie Lawson song could apply to insurers, following the latest hike in insurance premium tax.
Brexit a 'stumbling block' for globalisation, Lloyd's Asia boss warns
The head of Lloyd's Asia-Pacific has described Brexit as "one of the biggest stumbling blocks for globalisation".
Video: SME underinsurance with Harriet Conway
With more than five million SMEs in the UK and a recent warning that up to 40% of these may be underinsured, it is time for the insurance industry to step up and start tackling this rising problem.
SME underinsurance: Protecting customer outcomes
With 5.4 million SMEs in the UK, more can be done to enhance the claims service they receive
SME underinsurance: Fixing the SME market
Has anything changed in the SME sector since the FCA’s thematic review? And if not, why not?
China counts $33bn costs from major flooding
According to Aon Benfield's catastrophe modeling team Impact Forecasting the recent flooding in China could cost the country as much as $33bn (£25bn) in economic losses.
Blog: Don't let your clients get burned this Bonfire Night
On Guy Fawkes Night this evening, fireworks and bonfires will bring the family together, creating an enjoyable atmosphere for children and adults alike. However, there is one other thing we need to remember, remember this 5th of November, and that's to…
Swiss Re reveals £841bn shortfall in global property cover over past decade
In the past decade the total shortfall in insurance cover for global property risks was $1.3tn (£841bn) with only 30% of losses over that period covered by insurance, Swiss Re research has found.
Household Underinsurance: The cost of home improvement
With homeowners moving less frequently and spending more time on improving their homes, the issue of property underinsurance has never been more pertinent.
Remote Piloted Aircraft: Game of Drones
With remote piloted aircraft systems – or drones – increasingly used commercially, what are the insurance risks involved?
View from the Top: Addressing the protection gap in Europe
Much has been said about the impact of the financial crisis on economies and citizens, but there are also some less obvious side effects of the financial uncertainty in Europe that are nonetheless significant.
Insurance infographic: Under insurance in the major loss sector
In this infographic, Zurich Insurance explores the problem of underinsurance.
Broker develops motor fraud reduction service
DNA Insurance Services has launched a motor trade tracker service designed to reduce insurance fraud, insurer claims exposure and uninsured vehicles.
PI firms risk being sued if they continue to undervalue serious injury claims
Claims management companies reportedly targeting under-settled claims.
High Net Worth: Worth the effort
Research by Home & Legacy suggest there is little consensus in what constitutes a mid or high-net-worth customer. But what does this mean for the market?
Brokers told to improve record-keeping to reduce professional indemnity claims
Brokers have been urged to improve the way they document advice to clients in light of increasing numbers of professional indemnity claims against them.
Spotlight on Economy and Society: Run for cover
Underinsurance is an on-going issue for the industry and, without a concerted effort to tackle the problem, the effects of the financial storms may continue to strike.
Post magazine - 28 June 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Commercial Property: Too little, too late
Property underinsurance creates a real headache for insurers and their clients, often not discovered until a claim is made. So, where does the buck stop for accurate valuations?
Analysis: Major events in the Russian insurance market in Q1 2012
Problems in the motor insurance market, new legislation and major deals made the news in Russia for Q1 of 2012. Paul Koshik reports.
Natural disaster: Filling the $254bn insurance gap
The problem of underinsurance has been seen with a number of natural catastrophes recently. Lucia Bevere explains why relying on governments as a last resort is a risky strategy, and what insurers can do to tackle this area.
Travel insurance: Expedition exclusions
With the popularity of overseas breaks showing no sign of abating, travel cover has the potential to grow. However, insurers in the sector are never far from controversy.
Countdown to ISA: Q&A with Aviva's Simon Machell
Simon Machell, chief executive of Aviva Asia Pacific, will be part of the panel debate on The outlook for insurance in Asia at Insurance Strategy Asia taking place in Hong Kong on Tuesday 29 May.