The Hanover CEO to Retire, COO Named CEO-Elect
John “Jack” C. Roche retires after a distinguished 40-year career in the insurance industry.
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Applied Launches Submissionless Insurance Experience with Travelers
The solution enables carriers to proactively deliver renewal quotes directly within Applied Epic before agencies begin the remarketing process.
Property Claims Decline as Regional CAT Events Intensify
Local catastrophes caused intense regional volatility, according to Verisk, but overall lower claim volume contributed to the property & casualty industry’s strong first-quarter results.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in June
June highlighted 10 young agents making their mark on the insurance industry. And the Big ‘I’ 2026 Market Share Report shows that, despite market headwinds, the independent agency channel is holding strong.
Big ‘I’ Releases 2026 Market Share Report
The independent agency channel maintains a strong position amid improving underwriting results.
New York Tackles Auto Insurance Fraud and Legal System Abuse
The bills signed into law last week address some of the core factors that have driven exorbitant auto insurance premiums in New York.
‘It Only Takes One,’ Warns NOAA Ahead of ‘Below-Average’ Hurricane Season
The 2026 hurricane season, which starts on June 1, is projected to be below average, with eight to 14 named storms expected.
Reconstruction Costs Decelerate as Personal Lines Premium Increases Slow
While every state saw residential and commercial reconstruction costs increase, premiums for personal auto and homeowners policies show signs of deceleration.
Claims Volume Declines in 2025 But Emerging Risks Intensify, According to Verisk
While insurers saw declines in claims in 2025, emerging risks are visible in the claims data.
DFC, Chubb Maritime Reinsurance Plan Doubles to $40 Billion with 6 New Partners
The expansion comes as the United States, Israel and Iran agreed this week to a temporary ceasefire, easing immediate fears of further escalation in the Gulf.
