The last week of 2025 is defined by a tightening feedback loop between models, capital, and real-economy exposure. New government and regulatory reports (Japan, California and Bermuda) underscore how
The Vantage deal locks in underwriting stability; the real test now is whether a portfolio pivot toward higher-return assets can boost book value without testing regulators or rating agencies.
Also, Texas targets model trail in wildfire lawsuit.
A wave of volatility, rising catastrophe losses, and escalating cyber threats is reshaping the global insurance risk landscape, regulators warn.
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“If we’re going to grow $1 of premium, we will need fewer people most likely going forward.”
California says even as its wildfire aid request shrinks, federal funding for landslide hazard mapping and modeling remains critical to preventing further losses across Los Angeles County.
One of the world’s largest risk-capacity providers wants to pivot toward risk-intelligence services. But investors still have questions.
