Bermuda Life Reinsurers Gain Ground Amid U.S. Annuity Growth
Life reinsurers based in Bermuda have recorded increased activity as annuity sales rise in the U.S. and recent regulatory changes
Reinsurer Capital
Global reinsurance capital rose 5.4% in 2024, reaching $766 bn. Since 2020, capital growth (+14%) has lagged behind premium growth (+21%) due to rising demand and inflationary pressures.
Non-life alternative capital grew by $6 bn (+5.6%) to $113 bn, driven by higher earnings and capital inflows, particularly in catastrophe bond mandates
Following challenging reinsurance renewals, which resulted in a global reset in property catastrophe pricing and retention levels, the 4/1 renewal was more predictable and generally favorable to reinsurance buyers.
APRA’s Proposed Reinsurance Reforms: Impact on Australian Insurers’ Credit Profiles
Changes to reinsurance-related capital requirements proposed by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority strengthen Australian general insurers’ credit profiles
IAIS Approved a New Global Insurance Capital Standard
The International Association of Insurance Supervisors executive committee has approved a approved the final version of the global Insurance Capital Standard
2024 Global Reinsurer Traditional Capital: Capacity at Peak Levels
In 2024, global reinsurer capital, including both alternative and traditional sources, has reached peak levels. Reinsurer capital stood at $695 bn as of mid-2024, marking a $25 bn increase
Global Reinsurance Capital: New Peak Reached in 2024
Aon estimates that global reinsurer capital rose by $25 bn to a new high of $695 bn over the three months to March 31, 2024
Primary & Secondary ILS Market Quarterly Review
Insurance-Linked Securities Overview. Insurers and reinsurers leveraged alternative capital in 2023 more than any year in the history of the (re)insurance market
Solvency II for EU & UK Insurers: Review Are Approaching Completion
The multi-year reviews of Solvency II in the EU and the UK are approaching completion, despite the very different macroeconomic environment
Chinese Insurance Sector: Capital, Investment & Solvency Stability
China’s reduced capital charges for specific investments and amended solvency calculation will relieve insurers’ capital burden and enhance stability
Value of Private Equity & Venture Capital M&A Deals in Japan
The transaction value of private equity and venture capital deals in Japan plunged in the first half year over year, while the volume of deals remained roughly the same
Capital & Investment Income Are Key Points for US Life Insurers
Worries about capital and adverse variable investment income are expected to be the focal points of discussion as life insurers report
3 Tips for Reinsurers to ride out the Inflation Cycle
Inflation a challenging environment for (re)insurers, which need to calculate how they should build elevated costs into their pricing models
Global Reinsurance Sector Outlook
Beyond the broader measures affecting the macro dynamics of most markets, Reinsurance Market Outlook report covers several factors impacting
Re/insurance industry is showing strong momentum. Fund and Insure domain as the big opportunity—potentially generating $17 tn in gross value by 2035
Global reinsurance market has entered a post-peak pricing phase, with earnings expected to moderate in 2025–2026
The global reinsurance sector has undergone a notable transformation since the market reset, drawing sustained attention from investors and analysts
Reinsurance pricing in the European reinsurance market has started to ease after several years of steep increases. Still, underwriting standards remain strong