Insurance Journal

AUGUST 20, 2024

Commercial property/casualty premium increases in the second quarter 2024 were flat or down from the previous quarter for all lines of business—evidence of a softening insurance market, according to The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers (CIAB) quarterly survey. Premiums …

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Broker WTW said commercial lines insurance rates increased overall by an average of 6.1% Quarterly price increases have been around 6% since the end of the pandemic, WTW reported in its Commercial Lines Insurance Pricing … during the third quarter 2024.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 10, 2024

WTW characterized commercial insurance rates as balances and stable but, as Hurricane Milton approached, the broker warned of upcoming disruption. “The current state of affairs might only be one major hurricane away from being upended, and with Milton knocking on …

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

According to The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers (CIAB) quarterly survey, commercial property/casualty premiums across all account sizes rose … Respondents of a recent survey reported lower premium increases for all lines of business except umbrella during the third quarter.

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 9, 2025

Broker McGill and Partners has launched a commercial property war risk reinsurance program for Ukraine, which it said on Thursday was the first of its kind since Russia’s invasion of the country in Feb 2022. Companies in Ukraine have found …

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at the brokers Marsh and Clear Group. Marsh Names Fraser as Int’l Corporate & Commercial Leader Marsh, the insurance broker, risk adviser and Marsh … A summary of these new hires follows here.

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2024

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Generali Global Corporate & Commercial (GC&C) and the broker Miller. Generali Global Corporate & Commercial Taps Allianz’s Moro as Head of Cyber Insurance … A summary of these new hires follows here.

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

dba Statewide Commercial Insurance Brokers. Gallagher & Co. acquired Altadena, California-based American Matar International Inc., Lana Matar and her team will remain in their current location under the direction of Scott Firestone, head of Gallagher’s Southwest region retail …

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 20, 2025

to provide a loss portfolio transfer reinsurance for a commercial auto liability portfolio. Guy Carpenter was the broker of … RiverStone International has signed an agreement with Lyft subsidiary Pacific Valley Insurance Co. The deal is effective from Jan.

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Insurance Journal

JULY 24, 2024

NFP, an Aon company and property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement plan advisor, announced the acquisition of Southern Insurance Agency LLC (SIA), a commercial property and casualty broker located in New Orleans. Louis Faust, founder and …

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Global insurance broker AssuredPartners announced it has acquired Halstead Insurance Agency, a Fitchburg, Massachusetts-based agency offering personal and commercial insurance. The Halstead team will remain under the operational leadership of agency president Anthony P. Trapasso, Jr. and agency vice president, …

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Ventis, the London-based commercial and residential real estate managing general agent, has expanded into Ireland, continuing its mission to deliver client service and capacity to brokers in the underserved middle of the property market. Ventis’ capacity will be distributed through …

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Insurance Journal

JULY 26, 2024

ALKEME, a national insurance broker, has acquired Morris & Templeton in Savannah, Georgia, expanding ALKEME’s footprint in the Southeast. Morris & Templeton was founded in 1981, offering commercial and personal insurance coverage, including high-end homeowners products. It has offices in …

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Insurance Journal

JULY 16, 2024

Insurance broker World Insurance Associates announced that it recently acquired the business of Affiliated Insurance Managers (AIM) of Warwick, Rhode Island. Today the agency is primarily focused on commercial lines, while also providing insurance to … AIM was founded in 1937.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 10, 2024

A series of Russian missile strikes on Ukrainian Black Sea port infrastructure and commercial vessels has led to a jump in insurance costs and forced some shipowners to cancel bookings, insurance sources and a broker said on Thursday. Russian ballistic …

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 15, 2025

WalkerHughes Insurance, a privately held, founder-led retail insurance brokerage business headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, has acquired Independent Brokers Agency LLC, a St. Louis, Missouri-based insurance agency which offers personal lines, commercial lines, and employee benefits.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Broker WTW said commercial lines insurance rates increased overall by an average of 5.9% Quarterly price increases have been around 6% since the end of the global pandemic, WTW reported in its Commercial Lines … during the second quarter of 2024.

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Commercial Property Commercial Broker Insurer 130

Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Atlanta-based PointeNorth Insurance Group, a broker and agency specializing in commercial insurance, including transportation, construction and condominium coverage, has continued its rapid pace of growth with the addition of another Georgia agency. PointeNorth has acquired Caldwell & Langford Insurance in …

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 18, 2024

insurance brokers, has acquired Talbert Insurance Services in Duluth, Georgia, expanding King’s presence in the Southeast. Talbert, in business in north Georgia since 1982, offers personal and commercial insurance. King Risk Partners, one of the largest U.S. Larry Talbert II …

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

National insurance broker World Insurance Associates reports it acquired the business of Skylands Insurance Group of Flanders, New Jersey on August 1, 2024. Skylands was founded in 2017 and provides commercial and personal … Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

the Vancouver, Canada-based insurance broker, announced the acquisition of Fuse Insurance, a Calgary-based, technology-driven commercial insurance brokerage. Axis Insurance Managers Inc., Founded in 2017, Fuse has built a strong reputation for managing complex risks in industries such as ecommerce, healthcare, …

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Utah-basrd insurance broker Trucordia has acquired the insurance business of Archibald Insurance, an agency with offices in Richmond, Midlothian and North Chesterfield, Virginia. Archibald Insurance offers personal and commercial insurance. By joining Trucordia, the Archibald team seeks to access expanded …

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Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

National insurance broker World Insurance Associates LLC announced that it acquired the business of Grandview Brokerage LLC of Brooklyn, New York last November. Grandview provides commercial and personal insurance with niches in the healthcare, real estate, and jewelry industry. Michael …

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Property Insurance Centre

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

What Perils Are Covered by Commercial Property Insurance? Commercial property insurance is essential for businesses to protect their assets from unforeseen events. But what exactly does commercial property insurance cover? ” If a peril is explicitly listed in the policy, the insurer will cover the damage it causes.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 4, 2025

RMA provides commercial and personal insurance products as well as tailored life … Gallagher & Co. announced the acquisition of New Zealand-based RMA General Ltd. RMA) and its associated insurance broking businesses. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Commercial Broker-Agent Insurer Insurance 162

Insurance Journal

APRIL 6, 2025

For many years, agents and brokers have advised clients about the benefits of telematics in reducing commercial auto risks. So, why havenit market conditions improved, and why is distracted driving still so prevalent? The answer comes down to follow- through.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The new service will offer insurance solutions to commercial clients, as well as wholesale facultative reinsurance placement services … WTW announced the expansion of its Corporate Risk & Broking (CRB) business in Japan with the launch of an insurance brokerage service.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Massachusetts-based Schrager Hampson Aviation Insurance Group reports it has acquired Northeast Aviation & Marine Insurance Brokers of Schenectady, New York.

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Insurance Agent Near Me

MAY 22, 2024

Explore the disparities between commercial insurance brokers and agents in our enlightening blog post 'Understanding the Differences Between Commercial Insurance Brokers and Agents'. The post Understanding the Differences Between Commercial Insurance Brokers and Agents appeared first on Insurance Agent Near Me.

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Rowett specializes in commercial, and personal insurance from its offices in St. Ardonagh Advisory announced it has agreed to acquire Rowett Insurance Broking Ltd. Austell and Plymouth, England. Its subsidiary company, AGRi Insurance Facilities Ltd., specializes in …

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Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Swiss Re’s commercial insurance arm, Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, has unveiled a new organizational structure, aiming to serve corporates and brokers more closely at the country level with the introduction of market units. In addition, it announced that Katie McGrath, …

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Commercial Insurance Commercial Broker Insurer 147

Insurance Marine News

OCTOBER 3, 2024

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Insurance Agent Near Me

AUGUST 7, 2024

Get prepared for your commercial insurance decisions by asking these 7 crucial questions to your brokers! The post 7 Questions to Ask Your Commercial Insurance Brokers Before Signing appeared first on Insurance Agent Near Me.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Role of Brokers in Securing the Best Commercial Insurance Deals When it comes to safeguarding a business, securing the right commercial insurance is a crucial step. Here is where brokers come in, not merely as middlemen, but as invaluable partners in the quest for the best commercial insurance deals.

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Zywave

APRIL 11, 2025

For Brokers: Surface benchmarking insights tied to specific customers or prospects. For Brokers: Surface benchmarking insights tied to specific customers or prospects. Prospects get to answer the initial quoting questions to generate a lead, quote, and even bind some lines instantly.

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 7, 2024

Myers has over 10 years of experience as a broker specializing in underwriting commercial automobile risks. XPT Specialty, headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, appointed Tyler Myers as transportation underwriter. He began his career as an associate underwriter at Burns & …

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Distinguished

APRIL 9, 2025

Unlike agents or brokers, MGAs can bind coverage, price policies, and handle claims they essentially act as an extension of an insurer. An MGA bridges the gap between insurers and distribution channels like agents, brokers, and online platforms, particularly in specialized insurance markets, such as hotels, landlords, or restaurants.

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