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PFAS litigation and regulation set for major shifts in 2026, says DAC Beachcroft

International law firm DAC Beachcroft, known for its work across insurance, health, real estate and commercial risk, reports that 2026 is likely to bring significant developments in both PFAS-related claims and regulatory timetables. Their analysis points to rising legal exposure for manufacturers and more pressure on regulators worldwide to bring clarity to compliance frameworks. DAC […] The post PFAS litigation and regulation set for major shifts in 2026, says DAC Beachcroft appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

Chubb appoints Chris Colahan to lead Commercial Property & Casualty in Asia Pacific

Large US insurer Chubb has announced the appointment of Chris Colahan as Head of Commercial Property & Casualty, Asia Pacific, taking effect on 9 February 2026. In this position, Colahan will oversee the strategy and performance of Chubb’s Commercial Property & Casualty business across the Asia Pacific region, with full responsibility for operations and portfolio […] The post Chubb appoints Chris Colahan to lead Commercial Property & Casualty in Asia Pacific appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

Howden completes c.US$3bn debt repricing and upsize to support growth funding

Howden Group, the global insurance intermediary, has completed a c.US$3bn equivalent refinancing and increase of its USD and EUR Term Loan B facilities, with the transaction closing on 11 December. The US$1.6bn USD Term Loan B facility was refinanced, resulting in a 75 basis point reduction in the margin to 275 basis points over SOFR, […] The post Howden completes c.US$3bn debt repricing and upsize to support growth funding appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

PERILS provides initial industry loss of AUD 1.1bn for Australia East Coast SCS activity in late October

PERILS, the Zurich-based catastrophe insurance data provider, has provided its first insurance industry loss estimate for the Australia East Coast Severe Convective Storms (SCS), which occurred in late October, of AUD 1.108 billion (USD 736m). On October 29th, the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) declared the hailstorm that impacted the wider Brisbane region on October […] The post PERILS provides initial industry loss of AUD 1.1bn for Australia East Coast SCS activity in late October appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

Lockton Re launches European life reinsurance practice

Reinsurance broker Lockton Re has launched a new European Practice focused on the life reinsurance market, and has appointed Mederic Borde in Paris to lead the operation. The new European life practice strengthens the firm’s presence in France and Europe, and follows the launch of a Paris office earlier this year. Borde joins from Onepoint […] The post Lockton Re launches European life reinsurance practice appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

Evercore ISI reports rising social inflation driving elevated casualty losses

Evercore ISI, an independent research and investment advisory firm, reports that casualty reserves remain under pressure across the US property & casualty (P&C) insurance market. Companies including CB, Berkshire, EG, SIGI, and CINF continue to experience volatility in liability lines, with long-tail liability losses offset only partially by short-tail releases. To better understand social inflation […] The post Evercore ISI reports rising social inflation driving elevated casualty losses appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

Enterprise Risk Associates secures $150m investment from Macquarie Capital

Enterprise Risk Associates, a US-based insurance brokerage platform that focuses on acquiring and partnering with independent insurance agencies, has announced an investment from Macquarie Capital Principal Finance, the financing and principal investment division of Macquarie Capital. The funding arrangement provides up to $150 million to support ERA’s acquisition-driven growth across multiple insurance distribution sectors. Founded […] The post Enterprise Risk Associates secures $150m investment from Macquarie Capital appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

XPT Specialty appoints Liam Sole as AVP, Senior Underwriter

Kassandra Jimenez-Sanchez

XPT Specialty, a wholesale broker for commercial and personal insurance, has announced the appointment of Liam Sole as Associate Vice President/Senior Underwriter of its Commercial Lines Division. In his new position, Sole will focus on property and casualty risks with an emphasis on supporting East Coast business, particularly in New York. His areas of specialty […] The post XPT Specialty appoints Liam Sole as AVP, Senior Underwriter appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

US P&C industry reports $35bn nine-month underwriting gain: AM Best

According to a report from the credit rating agency AM Best, the US property and casualty (P&C) industry posted a net underwriting gain of $35 billion for the first nine months of 2025, a substantial increase from the $3.7 billion gain recorded in the same period of 2024. The results are outlined in AM Best’s […] The post US P&C industry reports $35bn nine-month underwriting gain: AM Best appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

Howden appoints Nick Stace as Chief Global Impact Officer

Beth Musselwhite

Howden, the global insurance and reinsurance broking group, has announced the appointment of Nick Stace OBE to the newly created role of Chief Global Impact Officer, effective January 2026. In his new role, Stace will lead and shape Howden’s strategy for building a more sustainable and resilient future for its clients, employees, and communities. He […] The post Howden appoints Nick Stace as Chief Global Impact Officer appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.

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