Artemis: ILS Sector Poised to Attract Substantial Capital Inflows in 2025
Agecroft Partners predicts significant institutional investor interest in reinsurance-focused insurance-linked securities (ILS) strategies in 2025 due to their strong performance and uncorrelated returns amid rising pricing levels and less attractive traditional asset classes. The firm highlights the appeal of ILS strategies' collateralized nature, providing security through cash or short-term fixed income allocations, and expects this sector to attract substantial capital inflows. Additionally, while large multi-strategy hedge funds may face capacity constraints, smaller funds leveraging external managers are anticipated to grow in demand as investors seek diversification and higher returns.
Artemis: Guy Carpenter Property Catastrophe Reinsurance Indices all Decline at 1/1 2025 Renewal
Property catastrophe reinsurance rates saw a global decline at the January 1, 2025 renewals, marking the first drop since 2017, as increased capacity and strong market competition softened the market. Guy Carpenter's indices showed decreases across regions, including a 6.6% global drop and notable declines in the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific, though rates remain significantly higher than 2017 lows, reflecting still-attractive underwriting conditions. Despite the softening, the market continues to attract capital due to historically elevated pricing, tight terms, and the potential for strong returns in 2025.
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Cyber insurance is essential for businesses and individuals to protect against rising cyber threats, including data breaches, ransomware, and phishing. Policies typically offer first-party coverage for direct losses and third-party coverage for liabilities, with evolving requirements and stricter underwriting emphasizing robust cybersecurity measures. As cyber risks grow amid a challenging economy, staying informed, implementing strong risk management practices, and investing in comprehensive cyber insurance are vital for financial and operational protection.