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Business Interruption Claims Reaching New Heights
Business interruption losses are on the rise, according to a new analysis from Allianz Commercial. The average total value of a business interruption claim is now over €850,000, or about $954,000. That's 70 percent higher than the corresponding average property damage claim, which is €500,000 or about $561,000. That means the financial impact of being unable to operate is now greater than the cost of repairing the damage that caused the interruption.
Moody's: AI moving into core insurance operations
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Geopolitical Uncertainty Is Stunting Business Growth
Nine in ten business leaders feel current geopolitical tensions are limiting growth, according to a new report from Beazley. That's up from 83 percent of business leaders in January and 74 percent in 2025. The report, based on a survey of 3,500 business leaders in July, also found that 83 percent believe political change is impacting profitable trading. Supply chains are a big area of concern.
Business leaders say geopolitical uncertainty is stunting growth
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Best motorcycle insurance carriers of 2026
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Study: Wholesale distribution doesn't raise insured transaction costs
The study, which used data from 2021 to 2025, found that total non-loss cost ratio was 1.4 percentage points lower for a composite of insurers focused on wholesale distribution versus a composite of insurers focused on retail distribution. Over the five-year period of the study, wholesale non-loss cost ratios were lower every year.
States with the biggest homeowners' rate increases in 2026
States with the biggest homeowners' rate increases in 2026 October 12, 2026 at 05:06 AM Start Slideshow Premiums for newly written home insurance policies increased 5.9% in the first half of 2026, according to data from Matic. Renewing policyholders saw larger average increases, with the typical policy going up 10.6% during the first half of 2026. However, that's down from nearly 20% in 2025.
Tropical Storm Rachel bringing heavy rain to California, Southwest
Tropical Storm Rachel could make landfall in California this weekend, the first official tropical storm to hit southern California since 1939. The storm is likely to bring heavy rains and wind to the California and the southwest, according to AccuWeather forecasters. As of Friday morning, Rachel had maximum sustained winds of 50 mph. Rachel initially formed as a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph.
Hurricane Isaias set to make landfall this weekend
The first Atlantic hurricane of the 2026 season is set to hit the Gulf Coast Friday night or early Saturday. Isaias formed as a tropical storm early Wednesday with sustained winds of 40 mph and intensified rapidly, with sustained winds of 80 mph as of Thursday morning. It is expected to strengthen to a Category 2 hurricane by Thursday night. Wind shear is expected to increase as the storm moves north toward the Gulf Coast, which could lessen the storm's intensity by the time it makes landfall.
Animal-vehicle collisions drop, but risk remains significant
About 1.6 million animal-vehicle claims occurred in the United States in the last year, according to new data from State Farm. That's a slight drop from the year before, which saw 1.7 million, and the year before that, which saw 1.8 million. The likelihood of an animal collision also improved, from 1 in 139 last year to 1 in 145 this year. However, the risk remains significant. State Farm paid $1.9 billion in animal-vehicle collision claim costs over the last year alone.
Hottest rental markets for fall 2026
Though renting is slightly easier than it was last year, many markets are seeing little to no relief. RentCafe's Rental Competitiveness Index is at 73.9 this year, down from 74.6 a year ago. While the dip is helpful, a score above 70 still indicates that most markets are leaning competitive. Nationally, there are nine renters vying for each available apartment. Apartments are taking 42 days to fill on average, up just slightly from 40 days a year ago.
Senators Warren, Hawley launch probe into insurer claims payments
Sens. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Josh Hawley (R.-Mo.) are looking into the way leading home and auto insurers process claims after receiving multiple reports of claims being closed without payment. The senators have written to executives at State Farm, Allstate, USAA, Farmers, Liberty Mutual and American Family. They cited a Wall Street Journal report from May that found the five largest home insurers failed to pay out on more than 44% of the claims resolved in 2025.
Weather-related damage putting homeowners in debt
Nearly a quarter of homeowners who had to pay out of pocket for weather-related damage are still carrying debt from it, according to a new study from Hippo Holdings. The company's third annual Extreme Weather Report found that nearly 60% of homeowners have experienced weather-related home damage over the last three years, and among those, half have paid out of pocket for it. Among the 22% that are still carrying debt from it, 71% have been carrying that debt for at least two years.
Insurance remains challenging for many nonprofits
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3 Things to know about insurance for peer-to-peer rentals
An estimated 2.9 million people are active participants on major platforms, according to a study from the Transportation Sustainability Research Center. On Turo, one of the largest platforms, there are more than 320,000 active listings.
Officials investigating nor'easter insurance fraud
Police in Edgewater, N.J., are investigating potential insurance fraud caught on camera. A River Road parking lot flooded during the storm due to a tidal surge that filled the area with water from the Hudson River. Video taken on Saturday showed several cars parked in the lot were submerged in deep water. However, video taken on Monday showed even more cars in the lot, after it had flooded. Those vehicles included a BMW 7 Series and a $130,000 Mercedes-Benz S580.
States with the oldest populations
America is aging, and some states' populations are aging faster than others. In the United States, the national median age is now 39.1 years, up from 30 years in 1980. In 2000, Americans aged 65 and older were 12.4% of the population; they represent about 19% of the population today. By 2060, 65 and older adults will make up 23.4% of the American population. Baby Boomers represent a massive generation, and its members are growing older. By 2030, all Baby Boomers will be older than 65.
Calif. governor signs disaster recovery reform act
Key provisions of the new law include: A disaster recovery plan requirement: Insurers must submit advance recovery plans for handling emergency claims and timelines to the state's Department of Insurance. Heavier penalties: The law doubles fines for unfair claims and settlement violations that occur during a declared emergency. Direct restitution: Insurers must pay restitution for unfair practices directly to homeowners.
Hurricane Nolo, Nor'easter caused weekend damage
Hawaii was battered by another hurricane over the weekend, while the East Coast endured a rare fall nor'easter that caused widespread power outages and flooding. Hurricane Nolo had been downgraded to a Category 1 hurricane on Saturday after passing Hawaii's Big Island. But it intensified to a Category 4 hurricane on Sunday, with 155 mph winds. The heaviest rain from the storm fell in Maui and on the Big Island, where many places saw over a foot of rain.
New Jersey bill would restrict use of AI in claims
Insurers would still be able to use AI tools for parts of the claims process, including triage, assessment, fraud scoring and approvals. But they would be barred from letting AI determine the claim denial itself. Instead, a claims adjuster or investigator would be required to review the information and make the call.
28 Ways homeowners can prepare for an El Niño winter
A historic super El Niño is forecast for this winter, which will likely bring wetter and snowier conditions to many areas in the United States. This winter, the El Niño pattern is likely to push the subtropical jet stream further south in the United States, bringing a stormy, wet winter to the southern half and a mild, dry winter to the northern half. In particular, California, Texas and the Gulf Coast are likely to see a wetter winter with higher risks of heavy rain and localized flooding.
Powerful nor'easter could hit East Coast this weekend
A September nor'easter could bring heavy rain and high winds to the East Coast this weekend, according to a report from AccuWeather. This weekend's full moon will increase the impact of the storm by raising tide levels and promoting coastal flooding. Heavy surf from North Carolina to southern Maine will likely cause beach erosion.
AAA: Cost of vehicle ownership continues to rise
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JD Power: Homeowners who trust their insurers are more likely to stay
Homeowners who have high levels of trust for their insurer are more likely to be loyal and less likely to shop around, according to a new JD Power study. The study found that homeowners rank trust, seamless service and channel effectiveness as the most important factors when it comes to deciding whether to stick with an insurer. High levels of trust are associated with three times higher intended retention rates and 2.6 times lower likelihood of shopping.
States with the highest workers' comp costs
The median workers' comp rate in the United States is $1.09 per $100 of payroll, but states' actual rates vary quite a bit. The spread from the most expensive to the least expensive state is 5 to 1, according to a report by The Business Model Analyst. North Dakota pays the lowest rate at 50 cents per $100 of payroll. But that's not the whole story: the industry in which an employee works also has a huge impact. In the same state, the median gap between office and roofing rates is 69 to 1.
Nationwide: Companies adopting AI faster than they're creating rules for it
Six in 10 business owners say their employees use AI chatbots or writing tools for their work, but only 36% have written policies regarding employee AI use, according to a new survey from Nationwide. The survey also found that only 37% of businesses provide training on responsible use of AI in the workplace.
Workers' comp medical costs on the rise in many states
Some of the states highlighted in the study include: California: Medical payments per claim increased 12% over the last two years following several years of stability. Florida: Medical payments per claim increased 4% during the period, slower than in most of the study states. Indiana: Medical payments per claim have held stable since 2022. Minnesota: Medical prices stabilized in 2024-2025 after a period of rapid growth.
Calif. proposes eliminating marital status as auto insurance pricing factor
New proposed regulations could prohibit California insurers from using a driver's marital status as a factor when setting auto insurance rates. In California, auto insurance rates are primarily determined by three mandatory factors: the driver's safety record, annual miles driven and years of driving experience. However, insurers can also use additional optional rating factors in their decision making, and since 1996, marital status has been one of those options.
The best states for teen drivers in 2026
Drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 are at the highest risk of getting in a car crash. Car accidents are also the top cause of death for 16- to 19-year-olds. And each year, motor vehicle crashes involving 13- to 19-year-olds result in about $40.7 billion in medical expenses and work loss costs. Outside of accidents, driving costs related to auto maintenance, insurance premiums, traffic citations or other vehicle incidents can add up for teen drivers.
Workers' comp medical costs on the rise in many states
Medical payments per workers' comp claim increased by an average of 4% to 8% in many states between 2022 and 2025, according to a new report from the Workers Compensation Research Institute. The study examined medical payments, prices, and utilization overall, by provider and by type of service, across 27 states. While the pace of growth varied from state to state, the general trend is toward higher prices.
Commercial lines premium growth continues to slow
U.S. commercial lines pricing grew by just 0.5% in the second quarter of 2026, according to a new report from WTW. The 0.5% increase is a noticeable slowdown compared to the 2.5% increase seen in the first quarter of this year and the 3.8% increase during the same period in 2025. Commercial lines pricing growth is slowing after several years of increases.
Hurricane Lowell caused an estimated $1B in losses
Hurricane Lowell caused an estimated $500 million to $1 billion in losses in Hawaii, according to Cotality. Most of the damage is expected to be on Kaui, which, along with the island of Ni'ihau, took the hardest hit from the storm. Hurricane Lowell passed Ni'ihau on Sept. 10 as a Category 2 hurricane, bringing strong wind gusts, flooding rain and destructive surf to the area. It's the first Category 2 or stronger hurricane to hit Kauai County since Hurricane Iniki in 1992.
Global insured average annual losses hit $171 billion
Global insured average annual losses are now projected at $171 billion, up from $59 billion in 2012, according to a new report from Verisk. The number reflects the average losses the insurance industry needs to withstand in a given year. The estimate is up $19 billion from just one year ago and the highest Verisk has ever reported. The increase comes even after 2025 saw no U.S. hurricane landfalls for the first time in a decade.
U.S. cities with the best weather
Homeowners can save between $1,500 and over $13,000 per year on homeowners insurance by living in a place with good weather compared to a place where extreme weather is more common. WalletHub recently analyzed 600 of the largest cities in the United States to find see which locations had the mildest weather. Scroll down to see the top 10 cities for mild weather, according to WalletHub.
New Hampshire will lower workers' comp rates in 2027
The New Hampshire Insurance Department will reduce workers' compensation rates by an average of 2.9% starting Jan. 1. This is the 15th consecutive year of declining voluntary workers' compensation loss costs in the state. Voluntary market loss costs in New Hampshire have declined by about 68% over the last 15 years. Assigned risk rates will also decrease by 3.4% on average in 2027.
The worst US cities for recreation in 2026
The worst US cities for recreation in 2026 September 09, 2026 at 06:07 AM Start Slideshow Living in a city with lots of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities can be a financial benefit. According to the Trust for Public Land, every $1 invested in parks and recreation provides $3 in local economic benefit.
AI-enabled fraud is top claim severity concern
AI-enabled fraud is now the top concern for insurance professionals when it comes to claim severity, according to a recent survey. The survey of RISKWORLD 2026 attendees found that 32% of industry pros believe AI-related fraud and data authenticity risks will be most likely to increase claim severity over the next three to five years. Larger verdicts and prolonged litigation are the second top concern, cited by 25% of respondents.
States with the most population growth
States with the most population growth Slideshow September 04, 2026 at 03:41 AM Start Slideshow The U.S. population is still growing but at a much slower pace than in past decades. Year-over-year growth for the country is now below 1%, but some states are seeing higher levels of growth while others are seeing steeper declines. Population growth in areas can increase the available labor force and expand the consumer base, which can be good for the local economy.
5 Grilling safety tips for Labor Day weekend
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Workers' comp rates could drop in Florida for 10th year in a row
A new rate recommendation from the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) means Florida employers could see their workers' compensation insurance costs decrease for the 10th year in a row next year. The NCCI is recommending that workers' compensation rates in the state be reduced by an average of 7.4% starting Jan. 1. The NCCI is Florida's licensed rating organization, which means it's authorized to suggest appropriate workers' comp rates for the state.
IIHS: Police reports undercount cellphone use ahead of crashes
More drivers are using cellphones right before crashing their car than is reflected in police reports, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. IIHS analyzed telematics data, taken from driver-enrolled safe-driving apps, and found that cellphone use prior to crashes is undercounted in police reports by at least a factor of 7.
Cities with the most expensive car repairs
Cities with the most expensive car repairs Slideshow September 01, 2026 at 05:06 AM Start Slideshow The average individual car repair visit costs drivers $838, according to data from Kelley Blue Book. But costs vary widely and depend on the nature of the repair. Each year, drivers spend between $792 and $1,500 on combined maintenance and repairs. Car make, age and where you live can determine whether you spend more than the average driver.
Inland marine posts best performance in 11 years
Inland marine insurers saw their best underwriting performance in more than a decade last year, according to a new report from AM Best. In 2025, inland marine saw its net loss, combined ratio and loss adjustment expense ratio hit an 11-year low. Meanwhile, its profit margin was the highest in 11 years. Inland marine has outperformed the wider property & casualty industry's loss and loss adjustment expense ratio by more than 20 percentage points every year for the last four years.
Inland states drive E&S homeowners growth
Excess and surplus (E&S) homeowners premiums were up 29.5% in 2025, driven by growth in inland states, according to a new report from S&P Global. E&S homeowners premiums hit $4.14 billion last year, marking the third consecutive year the segment has grown by more than 20%. California, Florida and Texas — large, catastrophe-prone states that have led E&S homeowners growth for several years — still accounted for the most premium volume in 2025.
Best US cities to start a career in 2026
Best US cities to start a career in 2026 Slideshow August 27, 2026 at 02:05 AM Start Slideshow Young employees might be better off starting their careers away from coastal metros, according to a new report from Monster. Monster's Build-a-Career Score evaluated 100 U.S. metros based on career opportunities and rental affordability, identifying the cities that offered the strongest balance of both.
Gen Z more likely to drive uninsured
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The 10 best states to live in 2026
The 10 best states to live in 2026 Slideshow August 24, 2026 at 03:48 AM Start Slideshow Important factors included: Housing affordability Income growth Educational attainment Hospital quality Safety and overall quality of life were also considered. "When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing prices and job availability," said Chip Lupo, WalletHub analyst, in a statement.
Auto insurance shopping slowed in Q2
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Boston releases $10B flood plan
A new study from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers outlines $10 billion in projects needed to protect Boston from extreme weather and sea-level rise. Released jointly with the city, the plan proposes roughly 20 infrastructure projects on 16 miles of the city's 47-mile coastline. The projects would close coastal pathways that are more likely to flood, causing public safety and economic impacts.
Beazley Security: Agentic AI driving increase in disclosed cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Widespread adoption of agentic AI created a 36% increase in newly disclosed vulnerabilities in Q2, but attackers' methods stayed largely the same, according to Beazley Security's latest Quarterly Threat Report. Historically, disclosure volume fluctuates by about 10% from quarter to quarter. But this year, it rose 18.5% in the first quarter and 36% in the second quarter. Beazley attributes the change to the growing use of agentic AI in research programs.
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