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The world’s biggest climate group for banks, the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), is facing a wave of departures. After key banks in the UK and Switzerland left recently, some large European Union banks with strong ties to the U.S. are now considering following suit. These banks worry about being seen as unfairly anti-oil in the … Read more

Theft at construction sites continues to be a major problem for contractors across the United States, costing the industry up to $1 billion each year. Tools, equipment, and materials left unsecured are prime targets. Losing these items not only drives up costs but can also slow down projects and harm a company’s reputation. Damien Hayden, … Read more

Mercury Insurance has taken a new step in California’s ongoing battle with wildfire risks by submitting a rate filing that uses the state’s fresh regulation allowing catastrophe models to influence insurance pricing. This move is the first to apply the Verisk Wildfire catastrophe model, a tool designed to predict the impact of future wildfires. The … Read more

A new workplace trend called "quiet cracking" is emerging, causing concern among employers and employees alike. This pattern involves a steady feeling of unhappiness and stress at work that often goes unspoken. It can lead to poor performance, low morale, and a stronger urge for workers to leave their jobs. A recent survey found that … Read more

Commercial real estate insurance rates are dropping, giving property owners a chance to save money if they act quickly. After several years of high prices, insurance companies are now offering lower rates for well-maintained properties, especially those built after 1990. Dan Garzella, the CEO of The Garzella Group, says this is a rare opportunity for … Read more

Starting in January 2026, employers in Ontario will have to include salary ranges in their job postings, thanks to new pay transparency laws. This move aims to make pay fairer and clearer for job seekers. But while many workers support these changes, a lot of them still don’t know the rules are coming. A recent … Read more

Thirty-five cars from a Union Pacific train went off the tracks on Tuesday afternoon near Gordon, a small town in Texas. The derailment happened around 2 p.m., just east of the town, which sits about 65 miles southwest of Fort Worth. Thankfully, no one was hurt, and no one needed to leave their homes. Photos … Read more

After a weekend of relentless rain, Milwaukee and its surrounding areas are beginning to dry out following some of the worst flooding seen in recent history. Over 14 inches of rain fell in less than 24 hours, smashing unofficial state records and pushing several local rivers to record-high levels. This sudden downpour caused widespread flooding … Read more

Owning a home has long been seen as a big part of the American Dream. It’s about having a place to call your own, building stability, and growing your wealth over time. But owning a home only helps build wealth if you can protect it properly. Without the right protection, owning a home can feel … Read more

Octavia Bush from Marsh McLennan Agency recently shared her thoughts on how the insurance world can become more attractive to younger people. In the latest episode of Executive Insights, created with the National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA), Bush focuses on ways the industry can appeal to a new generation. She points out that the … Read more