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Standfirst: A roundup of all the news you need, including Aon’s 1 April renewals report.
Overall market capacity increased by 5.3% year-on-year, the broker reported.
The Paragon-owned coverholder is known as a specialist in film insurance.
Caution around economic volatility wrought mixed outcomes in specialty re.
Analysis
Analysis
Sources said extending coverage to Gen AI may be difficult and unnecessary.
The first quartile contracted on the back of Beazley 2623’s GWP reduction.
Reinsurers fended off 20% cuts, but wildfires pleas failed to hold pricing flat.
Last year, nearly two-thirds of Lloyd’s syndicates reported a deterioration in combined ratio.
Interviews
He expects the operational hygiene of MGAs to be tightened soon.
Recent transactions on the platform include cat bonds from Flood Re and Brit.
The broker said that businesses not investing in AI capabilities would be left behind.
The MGA’s GWP hit $4.6bn as the CEO labelled aviation all-risks rates “woefully inadequate”.
Behind the Headlines

Behind the Headlines is a fortnightly podcast hosted by Insurance Insider's senior reporter Sam Casey.

Get the inside scoop on the major stories shaping the London market through discussions with the journalists who broke them. Plus, hear from industry professionals on what these developments mean for the (re)insurance sector.

Insider on Air
In Partnership With Falvey Insurance Group
Jack Falvey, CEO of Falvey Insurance Group, talked to Insider on Air about what sets his MGA apart in an increasingly crowded field and why “just having relationships” isn’t enough anymore.
Kathleen Reardon, CEO of Hiscox Re & ILS, also talked about the impact of the California wildfires and why it’s important for cedants to work with a reinsurer with strong underwriting and modelling skills when disaster strikes.
While significant, the fires are expected to be an earnings rather than a capital event for the industry, John Huff, CEO of the Association of Bermuda Insurers & Reinsurers, said.
In Partnership With AXIS
Anna Woolley, Head of Construction for AXIS Global Markets, discusses how they’re tackling the challenges of mega projects, sustainability, and evolving risks in the construction insurance sector.
In Partnership With AXIS
The cyber insurance market is poised for growth in 2025, but staying competitive requires innovation and adaptability to new risks. Andy Maher, head of cyber & technology, London, for AXIS, shares insights on industry trends and challenges ahead.
In Partnership With Crum & Forster
"The Once and Future C&F" delves into pivotal moments within the company and the insurance industry and spotlights the leaders who’ve shaped the company’s legacy over the past 200+ years.
In Partnership With Tysers
Karl Haynes, Managing Director for Wholesale Claims at Tysers Insurance Brokers, explains how advancements like AI and drones are transforming the insurance claims process, improving efficiency and transparency in the London market.
In Partnership With Greenberg Traurig
Fred Karlinsky, Chair of the Insurance Programme at Greenberg Traurig, discusses Florida's impactful tort reforms, third-party litigation funding, and the booming E&S market's future.
In Partnership With VIPR Solutions
Paul Templar, Co-Founder & CEO of VIPR Solutions, explores the drivers of growth, key challenges, and future outlook for MGAs in 2025.
In Partnership With Skyward
Jim Mormile, President of Professional Lines for Skyward Specialty, discusses AI, cyber risks, and industry challenges.
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