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Running a small business is no small feat. Owners face many responsibilities, from protecting their property and employees to understanding the details in their insurance policies. Central Insurance is stepping up to help business owners tackle these challenges with confidence. In a recent roundup, Central Insurance has compiled valuable resources aimed at small business owners. … Read more

Job seekers are speaking out more than ever about their experiences in the hiring process, especially in the insurance industry. Many are frustrated with outdated hiring practices and a lack of transparency. One anonymous job seeker shared their struggle, saying they are going on four months without a job and feel mentally drained from not … Read more

Many companies today are struggling to balance immediate challenges with the long-term risks posed by climate change. A recent survey by Beazley reveals that a significant number of global executives—73%—believe that current economic conditions are making it harder to prioritize sustainability goals. This focus on short-term issues could lead to more severe problems down the … Read more

The insurance industry is facing a challenge as many consumers remain hesitant about using artificial intelligence (AI), despite reports of positive experiences with the technology. A recent survey from GlobalData highlighted this disconnect, revealing that while AI is viewed as a tool that can improve efficiency, trust issues still linger, especially concerning data privacy and … Read more

Johnson & Johnson faced a significant setback this week as a court rejected the company’s attempt to settle thousands of lawsuits related to its talc-based baby powder. This decision sent J&J’s shares tumbling by 5.6%, marking the steepest drop since March 2020. The ruling means that J&J now has to deal with approximately 60,000 claims … Read more

JM Wilson, a company based in Portage, Michigan, recently announced several key promotions within its property and casualty (P&C) team. Natalie Staruch has been promoted to executive P&C underwriter. In her new role, she will handle both new and renewal commercial risks, collaborating with carrier underwriters and independent insurance agents in the southern region. Staruch … Read more

BlackRock Inc., the largest asset manager in the world, is expanding its presence in Texas. The firm recently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission to create an exchange-traded fund (ETF) focused on Texas-based companies. This new ETF will be passively managed, meaning it will track the performance of its underlying index rather than actively … Read more

Summer is here, bringing sunshine and fun, but it also comes with its own set of risks. Central Insurance is stepping up to help families stay safe this season with a collection of articles packed with essential summer safety tips. Whether you’re planning to build a pool, send your teen on their first solo drive, … Read more

Insurance agents across the United States are facing a growing crisis of burnout, according to new research from Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance. The study, released on April 9, 2025, reveals that over half of frontline staff at independent insurance agencies are feeling overwhelmed and stressed. The survey, part of the 2025 Independent Agents at … Read more

Concerns about tariffs have significantly shaken the confidence of U.S. chief executive officers (CEOs) in the first quarter of 2025. A report from Vistage reveals that the CEO Confidence Index has dropped by a historic 22 points, falling from 100.8 to 78.5. This decline contrasts sharply with the optimism seen in the last quarter of … Read more