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One person has tragically lost their life due to severe weather that swept across parts of the central United States. The storms brought heavy rain to Dallas, a tornado in the Kansas City area, and flash flooding in Kansas, prompting multiple rescue efforts. On Wednesday, a man in Dallas died after his car became trapped … Read more

BlackRock Inc., the world’s largest asset manager, has been taken off Texas’ blacklist of companies that boycott fossil fuels. This decision ends a three-year conflict over the firm’s environmental policies. As a result, Texas pension funds and state investment accounts, which manage over $300 billion, can now invest in BlackRock shares and funds, as well … Read more

Hub International Ltd. has announced the acquisition of Wycoff Insurance Agency Inc., located in Mount Vernon, Washington. This move allows Wycoff Insurance to become part of Hub International, a major player in the insurance and financial services sector. Chris Eisses, the president of Wycoff Insurance, along with Donnie Keltz, who holds the roles of vice … Read more

Middle-market companies are facing significant challenges as they try to cut costs in a tough insurance market. Many are opting for cheaper coverage, which may seem like a good idea at first, but it can leave them vulnerable to major losses. As insurance premiums rise and coverage options shrink, these businesses are realizing that their … Read more

Marsh, a leading global insurance broker, has been making waves in the industry with its strategic growth and impressive financial performance. Founded in 1871, Marsh has expanded its reach to over 130 countries, serving various sectors including aviation, healthcare, and manufacturing. In the past year, Marsh generated nearly $12.5 billion in revenue, which accounts for … Read more

Retail insurance brokers are facing significant challenges as they look ahead to 2025. With rising customer expectations, digital disruption, and increasing pressure on profit margins, the landscape for brokers is rapidly changing. Industry leaders are responding to these shifts in various ways, aiming to adapt and thrive in a competitive market. One of the biggest … Read more

RT Specialty, a well-known distributor of specialty insurance products, has just opened a new office in Detroit. This move comes as the company continues to expand its presence in the Midwest. Leading the new Detroit office is David Derigiotis, who has been appointed as the Executive Vice President and office president. Derigiotis brings a wealth … Read more

Monarch E&S Insurance Services has announced its acquisition of Market Finders Inc., a managing general agent and wholesale broker based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This deal, which took place recently, marks a significant move for Monarch E&S, a division of Specialty Program Group LLC. Market Finders Inc. has been in business since 1971 and has … Read more

Insurity, a company that offers cloud-based software for the insurance industry, has announced a significant achievement. The Builders Group (TBG), a self-insured workers’ compensation fund in Minnesota, has successfully launched Insurity’s Workers’ Comp Suite. This new system is designed to enhance TBG’s operations in managing workers’ compensation. The implementation of this software marks a major … Read more

Mountain Life Insurance Company is expanding its services into Ohio, making this the company’s 16th state of operation. The announcement was made on July 25, 2025, following the approval of a license by Ohio’s insurance regulators. This new license allows Mountain Life to provide its life insurance and annuity products to residents throughout the Buckeye … Read more