Growth Initiatives
Reinsurer Scopes Out Innovations on the Horizon
As the world has advanced, we have seen some astonishing developments in technology. Computers used to fill a room; now one can sit on the palm of your hand. Phones once required an operator in a ...
China’s Anbang Insurance Says Chairman Can’t Perform Duties; Reportedly Detained for Questioning
Anbang Insurance Group Co., the Chinese company that was at the forefront of a global acquisition spree before abruptly reversing course, said Chairman Wu Xiaohui is unable to perform his duties for ...
The Latest Launches From Farmers, PURE and Markel
Farmers Insurance launched a new roadside assistance program that works through a customer's cell phone. The Pure Group of Insurance Companies has expanded a key E&S program into South Carolina. ...
What Warren Buffett Said About AI
There will be labor force "roadkill" that comes alongside the substantial benefits that society derives from the rising use of artificial intelligence, Berkshire Hathaway's Chairman Warren Buffett ...
State Auto Exec Jessica Clark Is GuideOne Insurance’s Next CEO
GuideOne Insurance is bringing on a longtime executive from State Auto Financial Corp. as its next leader. Jessica Clark will officially become chief executive officer of the Iowa-based insurer on ...
Admired Companies Do More Risky M&A, See Stock Prices Pounded
A good reputation can be bad for business, according to new research from the University of Georgia. For highly regarded companies, public esteem comes with benefits such as hiring better talent and ...
Many Pressures Will Spur More Insurance M&A Deals in 2017: Conning
Insurance industry M&A activity should swell through the rest of 2017 in all areas, with multiple factors driving the trend Conning said in a new report. "The property/casualty sector should ...
The Latest Launches From Everest Insurance and Tokio Marine HCC
Everest Insurance is teaming with a cybersecurity firm to launch insurance coverage meant to help make private equity policyholders saver from cyberattacks. A division of Tokio Marine HCC unveiled a ...