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From Hurricanes to Sentiment: Wintermute Predicts Crypto Prediction Markets Will Upend Insurance by 2026

A new report from crypto market maker Wintermute Ventures forecasts a seismic shift, arguing that blockchain-based prediction markets will begin displacing traditional insurance by making hyper-specific risks tradable. The firm outlines a future where decentralized infrastructure becomes the new clearing layer for a programmable global economy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Bets on Insurance Platform TWFG Amid Tech-Driven Market Headwinds

Investment firm Giverny Capital highlights insurance distributor TWFG as a key holding in its latest letter, revealing a challenging year where its value-focused strategy lagged the AI-fueled market rally.

Feb 2, 2026

World

A Nation Preparing for the Inevitable: Zimbabwe's Funeral Insurance Boom Overshadows Healthcare Crisis

In Zimbabwe, where formal employment is scarce and medical costs are prohibitive, a stark financial choice is being made: affordable funeral policies are vastly outpacing health insurance, reflecting a cultural prioritization of dignified burials over accessible healthcare.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SCOR Bolsters European Cyber Insurance Reach Through Lloyd's Partnership with Baobab

French reinsurer SCOR has expanded its underwriting capacity for Baobab Insurance's cyber policies in Germany and Austria, now covering companies with annual revenues up to €1 billion, marking a strategic push into Europe's industrial cyber risk market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Marsh McLennan Launches 'Secure Harbor' to Anchor Senior Living Sector Amid Insurance Storm

Marsh McLennan Agency unveils a group captive insurance solution designed specifically for senior living communities, aiming to provide stable liability coverage and risk management support in a challenging market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

American Financial Group Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Volatile Insurance Sector

American Financial Group (AFG) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, with analysts anticipating flat revenue growth. The report comes as the property & casualty insurance sector faces headwinds from policy uncertainty and market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Hanover Insurance Group Q4 Earnings Preview: Can It Break the Revenue Miss Streak?

As The Hanover Insurance Group prepares to report its fourth-quarter results, investors are watching to see if the property and casualty insurer can meet revenue expectations in a volatile market. With peers like Travelers and Progressive already posting solid numbers, the pressure is on.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ryan Specialty's Cash Engine: Strong Growth and Undervalued Potential in Specialty Insurance

Ryan Specialty Holdings is delivering robust organic growth and industry-leading cash flow, yet its market valuation may not fully reflect this operational strength. Analysts point to its disciplined reinvestment strategy as a key differentiator in the specialty insurance sector.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Crypto's 2026 Inflection Point: Regulation and the Rise of Real-World Assets

As the digital asset market matures, two powerful forces—comprehensive U.S. regulation and a pivot toward tokenized stable assets—are poised to redefine the trading landscape by 2026, potentially attracting a new wave of capital while curbing volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Hartford Posts Record 2025 Earnings, Driven by Robust Insurance Margins and AI-Powered Growth

The Hartford Financial Services Group reported stellar full-year 2025 results, with core earnings reaching $3.8 billion and a return on equity of 19.4%. Strong performance across Business, Personal, and Employee Benefits insurance segments, coupled with strategic investments in AI and digital capabilities, positions the insurer for sustained market leadership.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Selective Insurance Posts Strong 2025, Eyes Further Margin Gains Amid Commercial Auto Challenges

Selective Insurance Group reported robust profitability and investment returns for 2025, driven by disciplined underwriting actions. While celebrating an 18% book value growth, management detailed significant reserve strengthening in commercial auto and outlined a confident outlook for 2026, the year of its centennial.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

China Life Insurance Recalibrates Strategy: Board Reshuffle and $1.2 Billion Partnership Signal New Capital Focus

China Life Insurance announces governance changes and a major investment partnership, highlighting a strategic pivot towards long-term, related-party investments amidst evolving regulatory landscapes in Asia's insurance sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Baldwin Insurance Group Shares Slide: Is the Market Overlooking Long-Term Value?

Baldwin Insurance Group (BWIN) shares have faced significant pressure, dropping over 13% in a week. With a one-year loss of 45%, investors are questioning if the sell-off presents a buying opportunity or signals deeper issues. Our analysis digs into the valuation debate and key risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Navigating the Maze: A Self-Employed Guide to Tax and National Insurance as Digital Overhaul Looms

With the annual self-assessment deadline a perennial source of stress for freelancers and sole traders, this guide breaks down the essentials of income tax and National Insurance. The landscape is set for a significant shift with the incoming Making Tax Digital regime, making this a crucial year to get to grips with the current rules.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Nevada Auto Insurance: Relief in Sight After Years of Soaring Premiums?

A new analysis reveals auto insurance rate hikes in Nevada are slowing dramatically for 2026, though the state remains the nation's most expensive market. Experts point to stabilizing claim costs and urge drivers to shop around for significant savings.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gallagher Closes Strong 2025, Eyes Sustained Growth Amid Evolving Insurance Landscape

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by a dual organic and acquisition growth strategy. The insurance broker sees continued momentum into 2026, navigating a mixed pricing environment and leveraging its recent mega-merger with Assured Partners.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Chubb Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Mixed Insurance Sector Performance

Global insurer Chubb Limited prepares to release its fourth-quarter financial results after Tuesday's market close, with investors weighing solid peer performances against broader sector headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Nepal Cracks Down on Multi-Million Dollar Fake Mountain Rescue Insurance Scam

Nepali authorities have arrested six executives from travel and rescue companies, alleging a sophisticated fraud scheme involving fabricated high-altitude rescues to bilk international insurers out of nearly $20 million.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair, Signaling Aggressive Push for Bank Deregulation

President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is widely seen as a move to accelerate the rollback of post-crisis financial rules and align regulatory policy more closely with White House objectives, analysts say.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Deutsche Bank Eyes Return to Life Insurance with Potential Stake in Frankfurter Leben

Deutsche Bank and its asset manager DWS are in preliminary talks to acquire a significant minority stake in Fosun-owned Frankfurter Leben, signaling a strategic reversal a decade after exiting the sector.

Jan 30, 2026