Tokio Marine HCC president to retire

Tokio Marine HCC announced Mike Schell, president of the company, will retire at the end of March.

The tax benefits of life insurance — and the risks to consider

For wealthy and ultrahigh net worth clients, the advantages often prove very attractive. But the policies carry some sophisticated planning challenges and a high cost.

Private credit to drive more life insurance growth: Moody’s

The rise of private credit will continue to benefit US life insurers, whose growing investments in the asset class bolster returns, allowing for more aggressive pricing, according to Moody’s Ratings.

The rise of embedded insurance

Embedded insurance complements traditional channels by reaching previously inaccessible customers with simple, digital-first products.

Secrets to long-term success in the insurance industry

Prudential’s Bob Bastian looks back on the company’s 150-year history and focuses on the opportunities ahead for the insurance industry.

Smartwatches measuring mortality risks are new tool for insurers

Smartwatches and other wearable technologies have the potential to change the pricing of life insurance policies by offering better data about individuals’ mortality risk, according to a new report by reinsurance company Munich Re and analytics firm Klarity.

Farmers’ head of agency owner operations; Prudential Financial appoints chief people officer: Career moves

Farmers Insurance names head of agency owner operations; Prudential Financial appoints chief people officer, plus more career moves.