Shaky Loss Estimates Often Follow Catastrophes
Mar/08/2010 06:10 AM Filed in: Modeler Profile
Despite sweeping ranges that are quickly restated, modelers continue to issue loss estimates shortly after major catastrophes. Read More...
Can ILS Move Beyond the Boutique?
Feb/08/2010 01:14 PM Filed in: New Issues | Reinsurance
While it may never eclipse traditional reinsurance, a healthy “boutique” industry could thrive if catastrophe bond pros address investor concerns. Read More...
Basis Risk Remains Key Problem for Cat Bond Market
Feb/08/2010 01:06 PM Filed in: Reinsurance | New Issues
Despite a decade of trying to overcome the stigma of basis risk, the gulf between modeled and actual losses will only become greater as the catastrophe bond market grows. Read More...
New Longevity Market Group Open to ISDA Input on Standards
Feb/02/2010 10:33 AM Filed in: Regulation
No plans yet to share information on longevity swap market standards with ISDA. JP Morgan’s LifeMetrics could become part of the new group.
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Travelers in the Market with $250 Million Longpoint II Cat Bond
Dec/02/2009 09:00 AM Filed in: New Issues
The carrier is looking to replace its existing program with a two tranche deal. Read More...
Investor Profile: Clariden Leu's Michael Stahel
Dec/01/2009 04:26 AM Filed in: Investor Profile
The head of the Zurich-based bank’s ILS team describes its strategy and how his team was able to take advantage of the market turnaround. Read More...