Descartes Launches Highly Responsive Parametric Flood‑at‑Location Product
The product covers any economic losses resulting from fluvial, pluvial and coastal flooding, and offers rapid payouts triggered by pre‑set conditions.
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How Catastrophes Are Changing Property Coverage
From hurricanes in the Southeast, wildfires in the West and severe convective storms in between, catastrophes are a defining feature of the current insurance landscape and are changing property insurance.
Flood ‘Underinsurance Crisis’ Exposes Millions of Homes
Nearly 85% of single-family homes at risk of flooding in the U.S. carry insufficient coverage, leaving households vulnerable to thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket costs, according to Neptune Flood.
Westfield Adds Inland Flood Coverage Endorsement
The endorsement is designed for homes outside historical high-risk flood zones and provides coverage for damage from flood waters or surface waters.
How Agents Can Help Small Businesses in a CAT-Exposed Hard Market
Proactive conversations with clients about catastrophe risks can surface potential coverage gaps and open the door to more forward-looking planning.
NOAA Predicts ‘Above-Normal’ 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
This year’s hurricane season, which started on June 1, has a 60% chance of above-normal activity, with 13 to 19 named storms expected.
How Coastal Habitats Can Reduce Flood Losses and Create More Resilient Communities
Coral reefs, mangroves, salt marshes and seagrass meadows can significantly reduce flood losses in coastal areas, according to a Swiss Re Institute analysis of data.
6 Ways to Protect Buildings from Severe Convective Storms
As insurers increase their underwriting restrictions to limit storm exposures, risk mitigation is becoming more important than ever for commercial insureds.
‘Above-Average’ Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted
Colorado State University (CSU) hurricane researchers are predicting 17 named storms during the Atlantic hurricane season.
5 High-Net Worth Market Trends to Watch in 2025
For agents and brokers serving high-net worth clients, 2025 will be about more than just managing policies—the evolving market demands adaptability and a forward-looking perspective.
