ICA submission to inquiry on insurance response to 2022 floods highlights critical need for improved measures against flood risks.
The acquisition of the Melbourne-headquartered broker will strengthens Marsh's corporate, real estate, and strata presence in Australia and New Zealand.
RACQ fined AU$10m (US$6.64m) after court found it had mislead 458,000 policyholders on discount entitlements, withholding approximately AU$86.5m.
Insurance Council of Australia survey reveals 85% of industry members are aiming for net zero by 2050, but are confronted with diverse challenges.
Witjaksono will fill the role vacated by Ben McGregor's promotion to Head of Property for its Asia-Pacific and Japan.
Renato De Maria, former insurance broker and director of AIBS, receives permanent ban from the financial services industry following allegations of misappropriating AU$35m (US$29.97m) of client funds.
Insurance Council of Australia's Andrew Hall delivered an impassioned speech on the country's protection gap — urging short-term tax reform alongside other medium and long-term recommendations.
AU$587m (US$384m) is being invested in the nation's cyber security, with Australia's insurance industry set to benefit thanks to increased awareness and knowledge sharing.
ASIC Deputy Chair Sarah Court names insurance claims as 2024 enforcement priority, reflecting intentions signposted in the regulator's 22-23 annual report.
FY23 profit increase helps maintain strong ratings in face of weakening combined ratio, rising nat cat concerns, and possible impacts of the banking arm sale.