Surety Bonds: How AI and Inflation Are Impacting the Market
While the global surety market is expected to continue to grow through 2032, it has yet to see changes driven by funding allocation for government contracts or by tariffs.
While the global surety market is expected to continue to grow through 2032, it has yet to see changes driven by funding allocation for government contracts or by tariffs.
This end-of-year episode of Agency Nation Radio is brought to you by the editors of Independent Agent magazine. Will Jones, editor-in-chief, hosts the discussion and is joined by Olivia Overman, content editor, and AnneMarie McPherson Spears, news editor.
Throughout the year, the Big “I” and Independent Agent magazine have been hard at work, examining emerging market trends and helping you be there for your clients with the latest insights.
From artificial intelligence (AI)-driven operational shifts and dynamic climate modeling to heightened cyber and privacy risks, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of transformation for the insurance industry.
Whether it’s an office building, commercial enterprise or manufacturing site, property is at risk from winter storm damage. However, a winter weather plan can help mitigate the risk of property damage.
2025 is on track to be the lowest claim volume year in recent history, yet cost management remains critical as severity trends continue to increase, according to Verisk.
The policy includes both first- and third-party coverage to help respond to cyber events, such as data breaches, ransomware attacks, cybercrime, compromised business email accounts and more.
The special events market has evolved since the coronavirus pandemic, as attendees now have new expectations for events, pushing organizers and the insurance industry to do more.
Strong security measures and client awareness are critical to maintaining trust and safeguarding assets.
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we chat with Kelley Carter, president of Choice Insurance Agency, Member of Choice Financial Group in Virginia Beach, Virginia.