Personnel Updates: NFP Appoints D’Agostino as Senior Vice President

NFP, a company under Aon based in New York City, has appointed Joseph D’Agostino as its new senior vice president for property and casualty. D’Agostino brings nearly 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, where he has helped many companies with initial public offerings (IPOs), acquisitions, and various risks. Before joining NFP, D’Agostino worked … Read more

US Trade Representative Faces Bipartisan Inquiry Regarding the Extent and Duration of Tariffs

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer faced a tough crowd in Congress on Tuesday as he discussed the Trump administration’s ongoing tariff strategy. During a hearing, Greer confirmed that there are no immediate plans to adjust the current tariff program, which sparked criticism from Democrats and some concerns from Republican lawmakers. Greer, who is responsible for … Read more

AccuWeather: Severe Storms in Central U.S. Result in $80-90 Billion in Damages and Economic Impact

A severe weather outbreak in the central United States has caused significant damage and disruption, with estimates of economic losses ranging from $80 billion to $90 billion. This preliminary figure comes from AccuWeather and highlights the scale of the disaster that unfolded from April 2 to April 6. During this period, a rare weather system … Read more

New Mexico Insurance Department Aims to Raise FAIR Plan Limits

New Mexico’s Superintendent of Insurance, Alice Kane, has announced an important change that will help homeowners in the state. The maximum coverage for residential property insurance has been raised from $350,000 to $750,000. This decision comes through the New Mexico Fair Access to Insurance Requirements Plan, known as NM FAIR Plan. The increase is especially … Read more

Business Updates: Dutch Broker HW International Finalizes MBO; Jewelers Mutual Acquires Australia’s Q Report; Ardonagh Advisory Purchases UK Broker ALP Holdings.

HW International, a Dutch insurance broker, has successfully completed a management buyout with support from OBL Investments, a private investment firm. While the financial details of this deal remain undisclosed, it marks a significant shift for the company, which has undergone a restructuring process over the past year. The buyout involves HWI BV, the holding … Read more

Trump’s Tariff ‘Remedy’ Shakes Markets, US Stocks in Turmoil Following Pause Discussion

President Donald Trump’s recent tariff plans have sent shockwaves through global markets, leading to significant declines in both Asian and European stocks. On Monday, Trump stated that foreign governments would have to pay "a lot of money" to have the tariffs lifted. This comment, along with his comparison of the tariffs to "medicine to fix … Read more

Employee Wellbeing

Rising medical costs and economic worries are taking a toll on American workers, according to a recent study by MetLife. The 2025 U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study shows that employees are feeling less healthy, less productive, and less engaged than before. The report indicates a decline of 5% in holistic health, productivity, and engagement among … Read more