General Insurance

Three Capital Routes for Expanding Insurance Brokerages: Private Equity to IPO

Here are the requirements and benefits of each path. 1.Private equity: The dominant force Brokerages are quite appealing due to their great margins, cheap capital requirements, and predictable income flow. However, PE investors seek speed, structure, and scalability in addition to profits. To get noticed, you must: Enhanced productivity through standardized processes Clean data and …

How Insurance Companies Can Decarbonize Their Portfolios Profitably Without Losing Their Competitive Advantage

Supporting businesses that fall short of their climate pledges exposes underwriters to greater risks of fines, stranded assets, and damage to their reputation. Clients who embrace the green transformation, however, stand to benefit both financially and environmentally. Another record-breaking year for damages from climate-related calamities has already been reached in 2024. That is a wake-up …

The Top 5 Revolutionary Forecasts for the Insurance Sector in 2025

1.The Industry’s Power Center Is the Aging Generation With the median age reaching 32 this year, the world is rapidly aging. Gen X (turning 60) is heading toward retirement largely unprepared, creating urgent demand for smarter retirement and longevity solutions. Insurers must go beyond typical offerings and establish comprehensive plans that integrate health, financial, and …

Aon Strengthens APAC Leadership with Key Reinsurance Appointments

Soeren Soltysiak has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Asia Reinsurance Solutions, effective April 1, 2025. Based in Singapore, he will report to George Attard, APAC CEO of Reinsurance Solutions at Aon. In his new role, Soltysiak will oversee Aon’s reinsurance strategy across treaty, facultative, analytics, and operations. Prior to this, he served as …

New Year, New Coverage: Why It’s Time to Review Your Insurance Policies

1. Start the Year Off Right: Why a Policy Review is Essential The start of a new year brings fresh opportunities, but also new challenges and uncertainties. Life changes, economic factors, and shifting needs make it important to periodically assess your insurance coverage. A policy review at the beginning of the year ensures that you …