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March 07, 2014

Oil and petrochemical risks subject to rigorous underwriting, according to Sloan Mason.

Anthony Dorn of Sloan Mason provides insight on oil and petrochemical insurance risks. In this discussion at the 2014 IMRI Energy Risk and Insurance Conference Watch more

Comments(0) 06 Mar 2014

Environmental, Property, Cyber and Reputation risks the key topics at IRMI Energy Conference

WRIN.tv speaks with IRMI CEO Jack Gibson, and Millie Workman, IRMI Director of Training and Education, at the second annual IRMI Energy Risk and Insurance Conference in Houston. Watch more

Comments(0) 06 Mar 2014

Strong IRLS market still not meeting investor demand, says Artemis Owner/Editor Steve Evans from SIFMA Conference.

The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) held its annual Insurance and Risk Linked Securities (IRLS) Conference in NY this week. WRIN.tv caught up with our newest contributor, Steve Evans, owner and editor of Artemis, Watch more

Comments(0) 05 Mar 2014

The growing cyber crime wave and how to manage exposures, with Ty Sagalow.

In the wake of recent hi-profile cyber crimes, Ty Sagalow, president of Innovation Insurance Group, provides insight on the magnitude of the risk, and how retailers and the insurance industry might best manage the growing exposure. Watch more

Comments(1) 04 Mar 2014

Global Roundup: Growing European flood risk, Validus Re vs. IRS on excise tax, Warren Buffet’s Letter to Shareholders; ELTO inquiries and Singapore’s Risk Management Framework.

Featuring growing European flood risk, Validus Re vs. IRS on excise tax, Warren Buffet’s Letter to Shareholders; ELTO inquiries and Singapore’s Risk Management Framework. Watch more

Comments(0) 03 Mar 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: February 24-28, 2014.

Global Roundup: Booz Allen Hamilton looks at the roles of the CRO and Chief Info. Security Officer, Deloitte on cyber risk programs, IRC warns P&C industry; Aon, BMI; Marsh’s David Batchelor on outlook for US insurance rates; and A.M. Best First Monday on Malaysia. Watch more

Comments(0) 02 Mar 2014

Malaysian non-life sector bolstered by strong economy and regulation changes, according to A.M. Best

In this edition of First Monday, host John Weber welcomes Jeff Yeung, an Associate Director at A.M. Best in Hong Kong, to discuss how strong economic fundamentals and changes in regulation in Malaysia will affect the non-life insurance sector going forward. Watch more

Comments(0) 27 Feb 2014

U.S. insurance rates look stable in 2014 says President of Marsh International.

Marsh’s U.S. Insurance Market Report is discussed in Part 2 ofthis two-part interview with David Batchelor, President of Marsh’s International division. Watch more

Comments(0) 26 Feb 2014

President of Marsh International explains downward trend in global insurance pricing.

Marsh’s Global Insurance Market - Quarterly Briefing indicates that insurance pricing is generally down in all regions except the U.S. In Part 1 of this two-part interview, David Batchelor, President of Marsh’s International division, explains trends in property, casualty and financial lines. Watch more

Comments(0) 25 Feb 2014

Global Roundup features Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, Insurance Research Council, Aon and BMI.

Booz Allen Hamilton- White Paper on Enterprise Security Strategies; Deloitte’s Cyber Risk Services practice on the growing gap between security investment and effectiveness; IRC on the Affordable Care Act; Aon Risk Solutions; and BMI identifies attractive growth markets for insurance. Watch more

Comments(0) 24 Feb 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: February 17-21, 2014.

New Product Spotlight featuring Berkshire Hathaway, CIGNA, AXA, Hyundai Marine & Fire, & MMD Ins. Services; A.M. Best on U.S. Health Insurers and HMOs; Ty Sagalow on the Oasis Loss Modeling Framework; and NAMIC’s CEO Chuck Chamness on his involvement with St. Baldricks. Watch more

Comments(0) 23 Feb 2014

NAMIC CEO’s Personal Connection to Children’s Cancer Research…and St. Baldrick’s

In the U.S., some 175,000 children will be diagnosed with cancer in 2014. In fact, more children die each year of cancer than any other childhood disease. Even with these staggering figures, childhood cancers receive just 4% of the U.S. federal funding dedicated to cancer research. Watch more

Comments(2) 20 Feb 2014

Ty Sagalow assesses the impact of new Oasis Loss Modelling Framework on product development.

Oasis Loss Modelling Framework unveiled a significant development in the modelling of natural catastrophes it promises to promote the creation of internal models, support reinsurance negotiation and regulatory compliance, and cost reduction. Watch more

Comments(0) 19 Feb 2014

HMOs/U.S. Health Insurers experience a decline in impairments, according to A.M. Best

In this edition of First Monday, A.M. Best AVP Sally Rosen discusses trends in impairments over the past several years, the impact of tightened financial standards and capital requirements, increased competition, and open enrollment in healthcare exchanges. Watch more

Comments(1) 18 Feb 2014

New Product Spotlight features Berkshire Hathaway, Cigna, AXA, Hyundai Marine & Fire, and MMD Insurance Services

WRIN.tv’s New Product Spotlight features Berkshire Hathaway new D&O policy, Cigna ProtecN'GO', AXA commissin flex Landlord policy, Hyundai Marine & Fire Four Evils Insurance, and MMD Insurance Services Cannabis Coverage products. Watch more

Comments(0) 17 Feb 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: February 10–14, 2014

Global Roundup featuring PwC CEO Survey, Accenture Research on the changing insurance customer buying habits, Barclays, RSA and the Tower Group; A.M. Best "optimistic" about U.S. economy; and a 2-part discussion on the proposed changes to FASB. Watch more

Comments(3) 16 Feb 2014

A.M. Best is optimistic about U.S. economy in 2014.

Economic conditions can help lift results among insurance companies, or make for difficult headwinds. As we head into 2014, several questions about the U.S. economy remain unanswered, Watch more

Comments(0) 13 Feb 2014

Why hopes of a global accounting standard are “unrealistic” and some proposals “unnecessary”, as the EY Regulatory Series continues.

In Part 2 of this edition of the EY Global Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein continues his conversation with EY partner Jennifer Weiner and SCOR’s Jerry de St. Paer on the proposed FASB standards and the differences between the FASB and the IASB proposals. Watch more

Comments(0) 12 Feb 2014

Why are FASB changes so important to insurance professionals? The answer in this edition of the EY Regulatory Series

In this edition of the EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein is joined by EY partner Jennifer Weiner and SCOR’s Jerry de St. Paer for a discussion on the proposed FASB standards and the implications for insurance contracts. Watch more

Comments(1) 11 Feb 2014

Global Roundup: features PwC, Accenture, Barclays, RSA and Tower Group

PwC’s Annual Global CEO Survey, Accenture’s Global Research- customers would purchase insurance from organizations other than carriers; Barclays under scrutiny; RSA; and Tower Group Chairman resigns. Watch more

Comments(0) 10 Feb 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: February 3 – 7, 2014

Highlights from PLUS D&O Symposium, Rick Betterley Reports on EPLI, Two-part interview with NRRA Chairman, PCI Sr. Director on legislative and regulatory challenges, Willis NA, Lloyd's on Oasis Loss Modeling Framework Watch more

Comments(0) 09 Feb 2014

Rick Betterley Reports: Claims, Rates and Deductibles on the Rise in the EPLI Market.

Escalating claims fuelled by ongoing economic problems and slow job recovery is driving today’s EPLI Market. As a result, companies are experiencing increased rates and high deductibles not seen in other lines. Watch more

Comments(13) 06 Feb 2014

Highlights from the PLUS D&O Symposium with execs from Marsh, Morrison & Foerster and White and Williams.

At the PLUS D&O Symposium, WRIN.tv had the opportunity to speak with a number of management liability leaders. In this segment, several notable experts provide their insights on current issues. Watch more

Comments(0) 06 Feb 2014

NRRA Chairman on the Affordable Care Act, the NAIC, and the outlook for Risk Retention Groups

In the second part of our discussion with Sandy Elsass, Chairman of the National Risk Retention Association (NRRA), Mr. Elsass discusses the rollout of the Affordable Care Act and how it is affecting RRGs; and about the debate at the NAIC and outlook for 2014. Watch more

Comments(0) 05 Feb 2014

Chairman of the National Risk Retention Association (NRRA) looks back at the issues that affected RRGs in 2013.

WRIN.tv speaks with Sandy Elsass, Chairman of the National Risk Retention Association about the top issues that affected RRGs in 2013. Watch more

Comments(0) 04 Feb 2014

P&C Briefing: PCI's Senior Director Federal and International Public Affairs stresses communication to improve preparedness and recovery from Nat. Cats

Eileen Gilligan, Senior Director of Federal and International Public Affairs at PCI joins WRIN.tv to discuss the legislative and regulatory challenges the industry faces in the aftermath of Sandy and other recent catastrophes. Watch more

Comments(0) 03 Feb 2014

Pricing for management liability lines are flattening, creating a buyers' market, according to EVP at Willis North America

WRIN.tv spoke with Ann Longmore, EVP of Willis North America where she discuses the latest trends in management liability risks and has advice for risk management professionals facing a changing D&O market. Watch more

Comments(0) 03 Feb 2014

New Oasis loss modeling framework promises transparency and cost reduction... Lloyd's Head of Exposure Management and Reinsurance explains

The Oasis Loss Modeling Framework launched its independent catastrophe model, which promises to deliver more transparency, flexibility and cost reduction. Watch more

Comments(0) 03 Feb 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: January 27 – 31, 2014

Highlights from panel discussions at Joint Industry Forum, Secretary General of The Geneva Association, ICMIF Chief Executive, NAMIC President/CEO, EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series on technology & Profitability, and PLUS D&O Symposium. Watch more

Comments(0) 02 Feb 2014

Chris Duca, PLUS President discusses security class actions, cyber risk and opportunities for growth for D&O underwriters

In this second of a two-part program with Chris Duca PLUS President discusses security class actions, cyber risk and opportunities for growth for D&O underwriters. Watch more

Comments(0) 31 Jan 2014

D&O related litigation to increase outside U.S. in next few years, according to Global Head of Insurance Liability at Ince & Co.

WRIN.tv speaks with Nilam Sharma, Global Head of Insurance Liability at Ince & Co. an international and reinsurance law firm, at the 2014 PLUS D&O Symposium in New York. She discusses the major litigation trends affecting the market outside of the U.S. Watch more

Comments(1) 30 Jan 2014

PLUS President Chris Duca on hot topics at the 2014 PLUS Symposium, the state of the D&O market, D&O claims and more

2014 PLUS President Chris Duca, who is also a specialty lines executive with R-T Specialty Group, discusses the major topics at the 2014 PLUS D&O Symposium, which drew over 1,100 registrants from 13 countries to New York Watch more

Comments(0) 30 Jan 2014

Geneva Association Secretary General on regulatory priorities and top issues for 2014, including Climate Change and Global Aging.

John Fitzpatrick, Secretary General at The Geneva Association, has announced that he will step down from his post in May 2014. Watch more

Comments(0) 29 Jan 2014

EY Global Regulatory Series: EY Global Insurance Advisory Partner discusses how insurance products are differentiated with bundled services…and more..

In the second of a two-part discussion in the EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein and his guest David Hollander, talk “differentiation”, and what companies should look for when selecting a consultant. Watch more

Comments(0) 29 Jan 2014

EY Global Insurance Advisory Partner on how technology is driving change and improving profitability.

In this edition of the EY Global Regulatory Series, David Hollander, Global Insurance Advisory Partner at EY, discusses what insurers are doing to control costs, and how technology is being used as an enabler and a driver of change. Watch more

Comments(0) 28 Jan 2014

Joint Industry Forum: NAMIC president & CEO on how FIO recommendations are bad for business…TRIA renewal, telematics and other issues facing mutual Insurers.

WRIN.tv spoke with Chuck Chamness, President and CEO of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) at the 2014 Joint Industry Forum in New York where he discusses the top issues facing mutuals, FIO and TRIA. Watch more

Comments(0) 27 Jan 2014

Joint Industry Forum: ICMIF Chief Executive on misconceptions about mutual insurers and optimism re: growth opportunities.

WRIN.tv spoke with Shaun Tarbuck, Chief Executive of the International Cooperative & Mutual Insurance Federation (ICMIF) during the 2014 Joint Industry Forum in New York where he discusses the common misconceptions about mutual insurers. Watch more

Comments(0) 27 Jan 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: January 20 - January 24, 2014

WRIN.tv Global Roundup; WEF Global Risk Report; EY Global Regulatory Series with Hank Watkins president of Lloyd's North America, & RAA president Frank Nutter; 2-part interview with Robert Rusbuldt, A.M.Best Outook - Global Reinsurance, U.S. Life and Annuity and Health sectors. Watch more

Comments(0) 26 Jan 2014

DJ US Ins Index 405.57 ▲3.74 (0.93%)

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Reinsurance Editorial Director suggests reinsurers need to "be brave...go to places where the capital markets fear to tread" in order to grow

The reinsurance market has experienced quite a lot of change in recent years. Here Jon Guy, editorial director of reinsurance magazine discusses the big stories in reinsurance for the past year Watch more

13 Jan 2014

U.S. Commercial P&C sector outlook is "negative” ...according to A.M. Best.

A.M. Best Senior Financial Analyst Andrew Colannino discusses the U.S. commercial P&C sector... and the outlook is "negative" Watch more

13 Jan 2014

WRIN.tv Global Roundup: Lloyd's settles with Michael Jackson's estate; EIOPA’s new stress test; Record Losses in Canada; Allianz Risk Barometer; UN’s …

Lloyd's settles with Michael Jackson's estate; EIOPA’s new stress test; Record Losses in Canada; Allianz Risk Barometer; UN’s IPCC says Climate Warming is “Unequivocal." Watch more

20 Jan 2014

U.S. personal lines sector outlook is “stable”… according to A.M. Best

Here Vice President Rich Attanasio reviews the U.S. personal lines sector in 2014 and A.M. Best’s “stable” outlook Watch more

17 Jan 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: January 13 - January 17, 2014.

EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series with EY Global Advisory Partner Rick Marx, Jon Guy from Reinsurance magazine, Joint Industry Forum with David Sampson in two part interview, A.M.Best Outook for U.S. P&C and Personal Lines sectors Watch more

19 Jan 2014

Global Reinsurance sector outlook is “stable”… according to A.M. Best

The major reinsurance brokers reported double-digit declines in pricing at 1-1 renewals. Here Vice President Robert DeRose reviews the global reinsurance sector. Watch more

20 Jan 2014

World Economic Forum: Global Risk 2014 report with comments by executives from Marsh, Swiss Re and Zurich.

The World Economic Forum reconvenes in Davos, Switzerland this week. Prior to the meeting, the World Economic Forum released its Global Risk Report, with results from this year’s Risk Perception Survey. Watch more

21 Jan 2014

U.S. Life and Annuity sector outlook is “stable”…according to A.M. Best

Improving economic indicators have helped Life and Annuity companies. Watch more

22 Jan 2014

Health sector outlook is “stable”….according to A.M. Best

As the Affordable Care Act is implemented across the U.S., a clearer picture is emerging regarding its impact on Health insurers. Watch more

23 Jan 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: January 20 - January 24, 2014

26 Jan 2014

New Oasis loss modeling framework promises transparency and cost reduction... Lloyd's Head of Exposure Management and Reinsurance explains

The Oasis Loss Modeling Framework launched its independent catastrophe model, which promises to deliver more transparency, flexibility and cost reduction. Watch more

03 Feb 2014

WRIN.tv Week in Review: February 17-21, 2014.
New Product Spotlight featuring Berkshire Hathaway, CIGNA, AXA, Hyundai Marine & Fire, & MMD Ins. Services; A.M. Best on U.S. Health Insurers and HMOs; Ty Sagalow on the Oasis Loss Modeling Framework; and NAMIC’s CEO Chuck Chamness on his involvement with St. Baldricks.
President of Marsh International explains downward trend in global insurance pricing.
Marsh’s Global Insurance Market - Quarterly Briefing indicates that insurance pricing is generally down in all regions except the U.S. In Part 1 of this two-part interview, David Batchelor, President of Marsh’s International division, explains trends in property, casualty and financial lines.
U.S. insurance rates look stable in 2014 says President of Marsh International.
Marsh’s U.S. Insurance Market Report is discussed in Part 2 ofthis two-part interview with David Batchelor, President of Marsh’s International division.
Malaysian non-life sector bolstered by strong economy and regulation changes, according to A.M. Best
In this edition of First Monday, host John Weber welcomes Jeff Yeung, an Associate Director at A.M. Best in Hong Kong, to discuss how strong economic fundamentals and changes in regulation in Malaysia will affect the non-life insurance sector going forward.
Why are FASB changes so important to insurance professionals? The answer in this edition of the EY R…
In this edition of the EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein is joined by EY partner Jennifer Weiner and SCOR’s Jerry de St. Paer for a discussion on the proposed FASB standards and the implications for insurance contracts.
Chris Duca, PLUS President discusses security class actions, cyber risk and opportunities for growth…
In this second of a two-part program with Chris Duca PLUS President discusses security class actions, cyber risk and opportunities for growth for D&O underwriters.
Global Roundup: Growing European flood risk, Validus Re vs. IRS on excise tax, Warren Buffet’s Lette…
Featuring growing European flood risk, Validus Re vs. IRS on excise tax, Warren Buffet’s Letter to Shareholders; ELTO inquiries and Singapore’s Risk Management Framework.
WRIN.tv Week in Review: February 24-28, 2014.
Global Roundup: Booz Allen Hamilton looks at the roles of the CRO and Chief Info. Security Officer, Deloitte on cyber risk programs, IRC warns P&C industry; Aon, BMI; Marsh’s David Batchelor on outlook for US insurance rates; and A.M. Best First Monday on Malaysia.
Joint Industry Forum: PCI president /CEO discusses “churn and flux” in regulatory environment and o…
WRIN.tv reports from the 2014 Joint Industry Forum (JIF) in New York. Here, David Sampson, president and CEO of the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) describes the “churn” and “flux” he sees in the regulatory environment
Joint Industry Forum: PCI President/CEO on TRIA renewal and the National Flood Insurance Program
In the second of our 2-part discussion with David Sampson, president and CEO of the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI), he discusses the reauthorization of the TRIA, and the NFIP.
The growing cyber crime wave and how to manage exposures, with Ty Sagalow.
In the wake of recent hi-profile cyber crimes, Ty Sagalow, president of Innovation Insurance Group, provides insight on the magnitude of the risk, and how retailers and the insurance industry might best manage the growing exposure.
EY Regulatory Series: FIO questions Captives and principle-based reserving; IAIS G-SII designation,…
In this edition of the EY Global Insurance Regulatory Series, host Bob Stein welcomes EY Global Advisory Partner Rick Marx for a discussion on details of the FIO report and IAIS GSII designation.
P&C Briefing: PCI's Senior Director Federal and International Public Affairs stresses communication …
Eileen Gilligan, Senior Director of Federal and International Public Affairs at PCI joins WRIN.tv to discuss the legislative and regulatory challenges the industry faces in the aftermath of Sandy and other recent catastrophes.
Panel highlights from the Joint Industry Forum with execs from ACORD, AIG, Barclays Capital, Marsh, …
In this special report, ACORD correspondent Johnell Johnson presents highlights from the expert panel discussions at the Joint Industry Forum in New York.
Geneva Association Secretary General on regulatory priorities and top issues for 2014, including Cli…
John Fitzpatrick, Secretary General at The Geneva Association, has announced that he will step down from his post in May 2014.

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