All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi
Vidhya Edwards Munnangi
Howden reshapes international structure for enhanced client service
Howden will merge its MEA operations with its European business to form a single EMEA broking region.
Willis and Qover expand alliance on embedded insurance in UK
The tie-up aims to meet demand from UK businesses for integrated insurance solutions that can be offered at the POS.
Mapfre targets ROE above 13% by 2026
The company’s board has authorised a dividend payout of €0.18 ($0.20) gross per share for 2025 results, the largest in the company’s history.
Oaktree plans to take stake in Atlantic Coast Life Insurance – report
The move follows regulatory pressure on A-Cap linked to its lending ties with the collapsed Miami investment firm 777 Partners.
Generali annual net profit rises 12% on broad-based growth
In the life segment, GWPs stood at €61.9bn ($70.78bn), an increase of 1.4%.
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Allianz and Sun Life vie for HSBC Singapore insurance unit – report
Japan’s Dai-ichi Life Holdings and Nippon Life Insurance are also potential bidders for HSBC Life Singapore.
Chubb to lead $20bn US shipping insurance scheme in Gulf
The scheme aims to help restore commercial shipping activity in the region by offering hull and machinery and cargo insurance.
UK’s PRA fines Direct Line subsidiary over solvency II reporting error
This error led to inflated reports of the company’s solvency to both regulators and the market.
Risk Theory takes over Roundhill Express
The deal is Risk Theory’s first MGA acquisition and part of its strategy to expand within specialised insurance markets.
Beazley agrees to acquire US-based kWh Analytics
The purchase aims to enhance Beazley’s expertise in modelling, underwriting, and managing risks tied to renewable energy portfolios.