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A resurgence in IPO activity may help provide new business for underwriters and reduce competition. -
Lloyd’s has taken around 6% of aggregate US hurricane losses in recent years, and disclosed estimated net losses from Helene and Milton of $1.8bn to $3.4bn.
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The 2024 hurricane season stayed within predictions for high activity but lacked market-moving events.
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The market’s dearth of third-party managing agents is a source of tension among young syndicates.
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Sources agreed that to achieve growth, the focus is shifting from the US to SMEs in Europe.
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Helene losses were spread wider than initially suggested, in contrast to Milton claims.
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The 2024 event saw 80 speakers address an audience of over 350.
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Growth vs discipline, smart follow and M&A mean 2025 will be a mixed bag for London.
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Fidelis 3123 and NormanMax 3939 were the first syndicates to adopt modifications.
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The D&F market now expects 2025 renewals to be flat to down 5%
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The A&H market had improved performance between 2020 and 2023.
