Ronan McCaughey

Life reinsurance monthly roundup: Will the UK PRA play Dr No on funded re?

UK life reinsurance players are watching the UK Prudential Regulation Authority's (PRA) sharpening focus on funded reinsurance nervously.

Farmers Insurance appoints John Pham as chief strategy and risk officer

Axa Ireland names Marie Louise Delahunty as CRO

Gloomy forecast for UK home insurers as market pressures tighten

EY explains why profit margins are expected to be hit in 2026

Lloyd's still investigating former CEO John Neal over conduct

Involves alleged concerns around Neal's relationship with Rebekah Clement, then Lloyd's director of corporate affairs

Kindley Re raises $250m of extra capital to power growth

PRA crackdown on funded re could stifle innovation, warns Pacific Life Re

Further communication from the PRA on funded re is expected during Q2

Insurance Europe details ways to refine EU's Digital Omnibus proposals

The initiative is expected to come into effect by mid to late 2026

Oaktree snaps up South Carolina insurer after 777 Partners fallout

The alternative asset giant recapitalises insurers in A-Cap group

Ascot names Shanelle Burke as its US CFO