Rhythm of 2008 has a Latin feel

There seem to be a new rhythm in the insurance and reinsurance market in the first half of the year, and it definitely has a Latin beat. While much of the talk in the recent past has been focused on the emerging economies of Asia and in some respects the potential that is clearly evident in Eastern Europe, Latin America has been off the radar for all but a few focused underwriters. Continue

New run-off firm sees opportunities across the Spectrum

As the soft markets bites and with the implementation of stiff regulation increasing, a number of brokers and particularly reinsurance brokers are looking to divest parts of their business. Continue

London Market Leaders 2008

The London market is one that remains a truly global hub for the insurance and reinsurance industry. The biggest and best names in the business all have operations in London and it enjoys a global reputation unmatched by any other insurance centre. Continue

It’s quality not quantity for Gallagher, says CEO

Still viewed as one of the US’s biggest retail brokers A J Gallagher is looking to make its mark on the international market, but that does not mean the rapid opening of branch offices across the global, according to its president and CEO. Continue