In property/casualty insurance, appraisal has long existed as a mechanism to resolve disagreements over the amount of loss. For decades, it has been viewed as a useful—if occasionally underutilized—tool in the claims process. That perception is changing rapidly. There are …
Can Reinsurers Maintain Underwriting Discipline or Will ‘Irrational’ Competition Return?
The reinsurance industry’s robust earnings and abundant capital, evident since 2023, have led to increasing competition and a softening market. “The key question is whether