Zurich Insurance News Monitoring

Zurich Insurance: P&C Q1 Gross Written Premiums Up 8% On LFL Basis

Zurich Insurance Group (ZURN.SW) reported that Property & Casualty or P&C first quarter gross written premiums was $15.56 billion, up 8% on a like-for-like basis. On a reported basis, growth was 17%. Commercial Insurance grew 9% driven by Global …

Zurich Insurance on track as premiums grow in first quarter

The Swiss insurer said gross written premiums in property and casualty, its largest division, rose 18% year on year to $15.56bn. On a like-for-like basis, premiums increased 8%, supported by growth across the business, currency movements, the timing of …

Zurich Insurance posts higher first-quarter property and casualty gross written premiums

Zurich Insurance reported higher first-quarter gross written premiums for its property and casualty business on Wednesday, as the Swiss company benefited from investment trends into data centers. Europe’s second-largest insurer by market capitalization …

Britain for sale: Intertek set to be third FTSE 100 firm to fall into foreign hands this year as overseas predators ...

By HUGO DUNCAN, BUSINESS EDITOR Updated: 06:04 EDT, 13 May 2026 Intertek looks set to become the latest FTSE 100 company to fall into foreign hands after it suggested it would back a £10.6billion takeover by Swedish private equity. In yet another blow to …

Inflation weighs on the mood

The price shock triggered by the war in Iran has chilled the mood on Wall Street, where investors used the occasion to take profits on their semiconductor favourites. Attention will now gradually turn to Beijing, where that celebrated double act, Donald …

Iran war strains global markets and fuels inflation fears

The Blueprint Asian currencies, including Indonesia’s rupiah and Japan’s yen, have weakened sharply as oil prices surge. Rising fuel and fertilizer costs are increasing concerns about global inflation and food price shocks. U.S. gas prices climbed above $4 …

Zurich adds 24/7 environmental emergency response service to UK policies

Zurich Insurance has launched a new 24/7 environmental emergency response service for UK-written policies, giving commercial customers access to specialist clean up support following spills and environmental incidents.  The Zurich Environmental …

Why EUFN’s Juicy Payouts Could Vanish Overnight Without U.S. Bank ETF Safeguards

© ImageFlow / Shutterstock.com Income investors holding iShares MSCI Europe Financials ETF (NASDAQ:EUFN | EUFN Price Prediction) are sitting on a fund that has done two things at once: handed them a roughly 3.5% yield and delivered a 28% one-year …

World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on

By Karin Strohecker and Dhara Ranasinghe LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) – From a rout in Asian currencies to the closure of a low budget U.S. airline, the dragging Middle East conflict is starting to bite across the globe and test the resilience of financial …

Skinner rightly puts health first

FOOTBALL SANFL BY BLAKE METCALF-HOLT   IT’S bigger than a game. Newborough’s Sam Skinner has been forced to hang up the boots, following medical advise regarding concussion concerns. The South Australian National Football League player fronted his South …

Zurich Insurance opens GCC in Hyderabad

Zurich names Wayne Leow as Head of Commercial Insurance, Malaysia

Large primary carrier Zurich Insurance Group has appointed Wayne Leow as Head of Commercial Insurance for Malaysia, tasked with leading the Commercial Insurance function, spearheading growth across multiple lines of business, and distribution channels in …

Zurich Insurance offers ‘best of both worlds’ with human-led digital loss support service

Zurich Insurance has partnered with Empathy to provide retail protection and corporate risk customers with a human-led digital bereavement support service. Supporting over 45 million policyholders globally, this partnership marks Empathy’s first strategic …

Zurich introduces rapid response service for pollution incidents

Zurich Insurance is adding a 24-hour environmental emergency response service to commercial environmental policies written by its UK team, giving customers access to specialist support following spills and pollution incidents. Zurich Environmental …

Zurich Insurance becomes Insurance Partner of ITB China 2026

ITB China 2026 has announced ITB China as its Official Insurance Partner, appointing Zurich Insurance Group through its China operations, Zurich China. The partnership underscores the increasing importance of travel insurance and risk-management services …

2026 TRIP Effectiveness Report

Executive Summary The cyber insurance market has grown substantially over the past two decades but has not matured to meet the scale of the threat.[1] Despite reaching over $14 billion in gross written premium, the market has persistent coverage gaps, …

Cyber Insurance: Marginal No More

Cyber risk is proliferating and diversifying. Can insurers stay nimble and grow their capacity in the face of rising corporate demand? What was once a marginal area of corporate risk, cyber insurance has become a concern as the interplay between claims …

ITB China 2026 expands 20pc, fully sold out

ITB China 2026 will take place from 26–28 May 2026 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Centre. This year’s edition is fully sold out, with exhibition space increasing by 20% compared to 2025. More than 900 travel organisations from 85 …

People Moves: Howden Re Expands Cyber Reinsurance Team With 5 New Hires; Zurich Promotes McBride to Newly Created Role ...

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Howden Re and Zurich Insurance Group. A summary of these new hires follows here. Howden Re Expands Cyber Reinsurance Team With 5 New Hires Howden Re, the global reinsurance, capital markets …

PLEXIS Healthcare Systems Highlights Claims Automation to Help Payers Improve Accuracy and Reduce Operational Burden

Payers are increasing automation at intake, but many still struggle to achieve accurate, end-to-end claims processing without downstream rework MEDFORD, OR, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PLEXIS Healthcare Systems today …

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Ranked in the 2026 WTR 1000 Among the World’s Leading Trademark Professionals

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a veteran-owned law firm, is proud to share that it has earned a place in the 2026 edition of the World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000. Now in …

Michigan Auto Law Attorney Steven Gursten Tells New Jersey Lawyers the Truth About CURE Auto Insurance

Nationally Recognized Insurance Lawyer and Consumer Advocate Speaks about CURE Auto Insurance’s Claims Handling and Customer Complaints FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michigan Auto Law, Michigan’s largest …

Hail Damage Roof San Antonio: Average Wind/Hail Deductible Now $8,000 as 47% of Texas Claims Are Denied

Hail damage roof San Antonio: Texas wind/hail deductibles average $8,000 and 47% of claims close without payment. Direct-pay roof option at RoofDirectSA.com. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hail damage roof replacement …

FBSPL Drives the Future of Insurance with Intelligence, Process & Technology at NetVU 2026

FBSPL showcased AI-driven insurance transformation at NetVU 2026, highlighting intelligent workflows, automation, and consulting-led innovation LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At Accelerate 2026 powered by NetVU …

Longevity and Mortality Investor Releases May 2026 issue

New issue explores funded reinsurance, life settlements, reverse mortgages and pension risk transfer developments. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent data pointing to renewed growth in the secondary life settlement …

HomeInspections.com Launches 4-Point and Wind Mitigation Reports Starting at $125

Florida homeowners can now access insurance inspections through HomeInspections.com SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HomeInspections.com has announced statewide availability of 4-point inspections and wind mitigation …

JP Insurance Group Launches Commercial Property & Casualty Division

Expansion strengthens firm’s capabilities across commercial insurance, real estate, hospitality, and small business solutions. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JP Insurance Group has announced the launch of its Commercial …

Design Studio UI UX Earns 5-Star Rating on DesignRush, Marking a New Benchmark for UI/UX Design Excellence

The Kolkata headquartered ui ux agency is recognized for consistent client satisfaction and a research-first approach to UX across 350+ global projects. KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, INDIA, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Design Studio UI UX, a UI…

Starling Adds Veteran Regulators Dudley and McCaul to Advisory Board

Former NY Fed President and Former ECB Supervisor to Support Predictive Approaches to Risk WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Starling, a pioneering risk governance and supervisory solutions provider, announced …

Super Announces Issuance of First U.S. Patent, Marking Milestone in Its Technology Strategy

Patent issuance reinforces Super’s long-term strategy to modernize home warranty through AI, automation, and proprietary technology. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Super, the only Silicon Valley technology …

Gluckstein Lawyers Named Canadian Lawyer Top Personal Injury Boutique for 2026

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gluckstein Lawyers has been named one of Canadian Lawyer’s Top Personal Injury Boutiques 2026, recognizing the firm’s trusted expertise and deeply human approach to advocacy for injured …

Houston Traffic Deaths Rival Homicides, Board-Certified Personal Injury Attorney Paul Cannon Warns Before Memorial Day

Simmons & Fletcher Managing Partner Cites New TxDOT Data Showing 517 Harris County Deaths in 2025 That Insurance Industry Studies Have Ranked the Deadliest HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Houston-area …

IntellectAbility and Support Development Associates Launch Two Innovative eLearning Person-Centered Thinking Courses

New online trainings expand access to person-centered education for professionals supporting people with IDD and older adults CLEARWATER, FL, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IntellectAbility, in partnership with Support …

Televero Behavioral Health Reports 97% Satisfaction Across 85,000+ Appointments

Televero releases patient outcome data for Mental Health Awareness Month, powered by real-time measurement-based care DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Televero Behavioral Health released patient outcome data …

RAVL Introduces 'Leap Left,' a New Approach to AI-First Software Delivery

New framework outlines how enterprises must redesign product and software delivery systems for the realities of AI-native execution. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RAVL today announced the launch of Leap Left, a new …

New Book by Jude Odu, Model Optimal Care, Debuts at No. 1 New Release in Health Insurance on Amazon

A practical guide for self-insured employers, benefits leaders, CFOs, TPAs, and brokers ready to cut waste inside their own health plans. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Manuscripts Press today announces the …

Tenovi Selected to Participate in CPESN® USA Pharmacist Remote Care Initiative

Tenovi to Revitalize Rural Healthcare and Scale Pharmacist-Led Remote Care PORTSMOUTH , NH, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tenovi, a leading remote technology innovator transforming remote medical device data for clinical care teams, …

Thumbay Group Breaks Ground - Region's First Private, Integrated Psychiatric & Rehab Hospital at Shj Healthcare City

SHARJAH, SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thumbay Group today broke ground on the Thumbay Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital at Sharjah Healthcare City, a 110,000 sq ft, 120-bed facility set to become the region' …

Dinosaur Merchant Bank Appoints Grigoriy Kozin as Managing Director & Deputy CEO

Dinosaur Merchant Bank today announced the appointment of Grigoriy Kozin as Managing Director & Deputy Chief Executive Officer. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dinosaur Merchant Bank Ltd. (DMBL) today announced …