Missouri DCI Reports Elevated Uninsured Rates in St. Louis During Tornado Recovery Efforts

The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance has released preliminary estimates on the number of uninsured properties affected by the F3 tornado that struck St. Louis on May 16. The tornado, which traveled 23 miles, impacted around 5,000 properties and caused damages estimated at $1 billion. It first touched down in Clayton and moved northeast … Read more

COVU Purchases Uno Insurance Services in Texas

COVU, Inc., a company focused on using artificial intelligence to improve customer service in the insurance sector, has announced its acquisition of Uno Insurance Services. This Texas-based agency is known for its strong presence in Houston’s Spanish-speaking communities and has shown impressive growth through strategic acquisitions. This acquisition marks a significant step for COVU as … Read more

New York City Worker Dies in Hudson River Sewage Boat Explosion

An explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage in New York City has resulted in the death of a longtime city employee. The incident occurred on Saturday morning around 10:30 a.m. near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant, where the city-owned vessel was docked. Authorities reported that the blast injured another worker, who was taken … Read more

Gallagher spurned in PIB acquisition.

PIB Group, a rapidly growing insurance intermediary in Europe, has decided to step back from takeover talks and has instead secured £400 million in debt financing to fuel its expansion plans. This announcement was made on Thursday, July 10, 2025. The company’s decision marks the end of a lengthy strategic review led by its private … Read more

Top Earthquake Insurance Providers: A Broker’s Guide

Earthquake insurance is becoming more important for many Americans, especially those living in areas prone to seismic activity. With standard homeowners’ insurance typically excluding earthquake damage, having a separate policy is essential for adequate coverage. Recent data highlights the top earthquake insurance companies in the U.S., showcasing their market shares and the protection they offer. … Read more

BMS Group Purchases Turkish Brokerage Oria

BMS Group, an independent re/insurance broker based in London, has made a notable move by acquiring Oria Sigorta ve Reasürans BrokerliÄŸi A.Åž., a company located in Istanbul, Turkey. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Oria, established in 2019, has quickly gained a strong reputation in the insurance market, particularly in corporate … Read more

AIG Reaches Settlement in Lawsuit Against Competitor Dellwood and Ex-Employees

American International Group (AIG) has settled its legal dispute with Dellwood, a new excess and surplus insurance firm founded by former AIG executives. This settlement comes after a lawsuit that began in April 2024, when AIG accused Dellwood and its founders—Michael Price, Kean Driscoll, and Thomas Connolly—of stealing trade secrets and violating employment contracts. The … Read more