Global insured catastrophe losses rise to $112 billion in 2021

Extreme weather events in 2021 resulted in annual insured losses from natural catastrophes estimated at US$105 billion, the fourth highest since 1970, according to Swiss Re Institute's preliminary sigma estimates

Insurance underwriting could accelerate net zero goals

A new report by ClimateWise outlines the ways in which insurance underwriting mechanisms to support net zero can be enhanced to accelerate transition to a safe climate

Mexico’s general insurance industry to be worth $20 billion by 2025

GlobalData says that growing awareness in the health insurance sector is a key driver of growth

Russia MAT insurance to grow significantly by 2025

The figures reflect wider projected growth across the country’s general insurance industry

FCA proposes stronger oversight requirements for appointed representatives

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a consultation on tackling potential harm caused by appointed representatives

India backtracks on plans to resume regular commercial flights

The government had previously said international flights would return on 15 December