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A memo to staff said the executive will be “pursuing new opportunities outside of our company”.
Fleming Re bought the James River Re legacy book in 2024.
The packages contained client lists and records saved as “TOP SECRET” on a former employee’s computer.
Sources said the Floridian insurer has been working with Deutsche Bank on the listing preparations.
The market is “extremely competitive”, with several launces from MGAs and syndicates expected.
The policy includes a $200mn limit with an additional $100mn for side A coverage.
WTW still has meaningful capital to deploy next year but will provide details on its next earnings call.
The highest portion of losses was experienced in Alberta.
Global insurance premiums reached an all-time high of $15.3bn by year end 2024.
The CEO said that new funding will be used to expand its underwriting capabilities.
The Republican said his office has launched an investigation into the denials.
Ford had purchased a builder’s risk policy from the insurer.
M&A
The Japanese P&C carrier agreed a deal to buy 15% of WR Berkley shares in March.
The insurer says defendants billed “exorbitant” fees for non-existent services.
Several Lloyd’s syndicates are also now providing cover for the federal insurer.
He and Fletcher stand accused of aiding Willis Re in an unlawful team lift.
M&A
The transaction is expected to close early in the first quarter of 2026.
The company had argued the judge missed key info when dismissing the case.
M&A
Sources said the deal will value the US M&A insurance broker at over $500mn.
M&A
Baldwin said the $1bn merger with CAC accelerates the firm's specialization plans by at least five years.
Fears relating to an economic downturn continue to dominate concerns.
Next year will mark five consecutive years of insolvency increases.
The deal is slated to close in the first quarter of 2026.
The company has been growing rapidly since the summer, with at least 300 currently employed.
Marsh has accused its former execs of flouting a preliminary injunction.
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  • M&A
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