Koru’s Cyber Insurance Essentials
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.
Balancing Higher Deductibles and Lender Requirements: Strategies for Real Estate and Property Management
For real estate and property management clients, balancing the cost-saving benefits of higher insurance deductibles with lender requirements can be challenging. Strategies such as deductible buy down policies, indemnity agreements, and reimbursement policies help insureds reduce premiums while meeting lender expectations. Additionally, effective collateral management, including alternatives like letters of credit and third-party trust arrangements, is critical for clients navigating the increasing costs and evolving requirements of loss-sensitive insurance programs.
Artemis: ILS Growth Supports Sustainable Disaster Recovery, Community Resilience
Catastrophe bonds issued over 2023 averaged a premium of 8.6%, the highest in ten years, according to data from global reinsurance consultancy Lane Financial. Coming on top of US cash rates of more than 5% made for a nearly 14% yield. That compares to issue yields in 2021 of barely 6%.