In the first quarter, global natural disasters resulted in $53 billion in costs for insurers, alongside economic losses totaling $83 billion.

Natural disasters caused over $53 billion in insured losses worldwide in the first quarter of 2025, with California’s wildfires accounting for a staggering $38 billion of that total. This figure represents 71% of global insured losses, according to a report by Aon. The losses during this period were significantly higher than the average for the … Read more

NOAA shuts down its climate disaster database, leading to a surge in demand for private data vendors.

The Trump administration’s recent decision to shut down the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) disaster database is raising alarms among insurers and climate experts. This database, which has been crucial for tracking severe weather events and their financial impacts, will no longer be available, leaving many in the insurance industry worried about how they … Read more

M&A Breakup: Reasons One-Third of Companies Change Insurance Brokers After a Transaction

In a significant shift within the insurance landscape, a recent survey from Travelers reveals that nearly one-third of companies change their insurance brokers or carriers following mergers and acquisitions. This trend comes at a time when deal-making is booming again in 2025, as businesses reassess their insurance needs in light of new operations and risks. … Read more

Perspectives of Young Agents

A fan of quarterback Shedeur Sanders has filed a lawsuit against the NFL for $100 million. This comes after Sanders, who played at the University of Colorado, unexpectedly slid to the fifth round during the 2025 NFL Draft. The fan claims that the circumstances surrounding his draft position caused emotional distress and financial loss. Sanders … Read more

California Workers’ Compensation Board Approves Increased Pure Premium Rate Filing

The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) has taken a significant step regarding workers’ compensation insurance rates. On Wednesday, the governing committee approved a plan to submit a new filing for pure premium rates. This filing is set for September 1, 2025, and it proposes rates that are, on average, 11.2% higher than … Read more

Gallagher’s Rise: Recent Report Uncovers How the Brokerage is Challenging Industry Leaders

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is making headlines with its impressive growth in the insurance industry. A new report reveals how the company has risen to become the third-largest insurance brokerage in the world. This detailed analysis sheds light on Gallagher’s journey from a lesser-known player to a dominant force in the market. The report, … Read more

TMPAA 2025 Recap: Executives Caution That MGA Growth is Outstripping Available Talent to Manage It

The program insurance market is experiencing rapid growth, but signs suggest it may be entering a more uncertain phase. Rates are beginning to decline, while the pressure from litigation is increasing, making risks harder to predict. Despite ongoing investment and innovation, there is a growing concern about the sustainability of this expansion. At the 2025 … Read more

Developing the ‘future-ready’ insurance agent: Approaches to navigate technological disruption.

The insurance industry is seeing a significant change as agents adapt to new technologies. This shift is driven by the increasing use of artificial intelligence and digital tools, which are making many processes more efficient. However, these advancements are also prompting agents to rethink their roles and how they provide value to clients. Jack Ramsey, … Read more