Asia FX Edges Lower, Dollar Steadies With Inflation On Tap
The value of currencies in Asia decreased except for some, which remained stable against the US dollar in light of expected inflation figures
The value of currencies in Asia decreased except for some, which remained stable against the US dollar in light of expected inflation figures
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Natural catastrophe-related losses will continue to be the largest risk to Japanese nonlife insurers’ earnings in fiscal year 2023, though the effects of inflation are catching up
Every insurer should closely monitor price developments, focusing on the drivers relevant to the respective insurance coverages, such as repair costs, construction prices or medical inflation
The immediate impact of inflation on non-life (P&C and health) insurers’ earnings is negative, primarily through rising future claims costs on current insurance policies
As property and casualty insurers in the United States struggle to maintain profitability, executives will need to direct a coordinated response across pricing, underwriting, claims