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S&P: Iran-Israel conflict unlikely to erupt into full-scale Middle East war

The rating agency says Emea insurers are not currently materially affected by the conflict, but risks remain

Aspen and Pimco form casualty-focused re/insurance vehicle

Life reinsurers spy a goldmine in Asia

A $3trn market is waiting to be tapped and asset-intensive reinsurers are priming themselves to be there, as Sarfraz Thind reports

Manulife seals largest Canadian universal life reinsurance deal

With this transaction, Manulife said it has released $11bn of capital since 2015

Achmea grows premiums and profits in 2023, but solvency tumbles

Business growth and one-off effects wipe 26 percentage points from solvency ratio

Athene showcases "fortress" balance sheet as it emphasises long-term credentials

Insurer is now the biggest annuity player in the US, according to Limra

St James's Place surrender risk SCR drops sharply in 2023

UK group's total SCR more than halved to £1.7bn

What to expect from Solvency II's LTG reforms

Analysts at Milliman examine the amendments to the long-term guarantees (LTG) elements of Solvency II and how they will affect European insurers

Ten steps to help win an InsuranceERM Award

Korean ICS puts pressure on insurers' capital management

But higher interest rates and transitional measures mitigate burden on solvency ratios, says AM Best