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Why health insurance premiums are rising, according to experts
Like groceries, gas and other everyday necessities, annual premiums for employer-provided healthcare coverage are expected to rise sharply next year, with workers shouldering more of the costs. Analysts predict that premiums will jump as much as…
How much does travel insurance cost?
Travel insurance costs can vary widely, depending on your insurer, the coverages you choose, the limits of your policy, and other factors. Generally speaking, though, the average travel insurance plan costs about 6% of a typical trip's total cost…
More companies seeking cyber insurance following high-profile data breaches
More companies in Japan have been taking out cybersecurity insurance policies in the wake of several high-profile data breaches, including last week's attack on GMO Internet Group, with such cases highlighting just how big a financial risk such…
Best travel insurance companies for 2026: Compare costs and coverage
Travel insurance can protect the money you've invested in a trip, whether an unexpected illness forces you to cancel, a flight delay leaves you stranded or a medical emergency occurs overseas. But that protection comes at a cost. Comprehensive…
Record domestic subsidence claims received after summer heatwaves - insurers
News from the City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. A record 13,000 new domestic subsidence claims were…
What is life insurance and how does it work? A beginner's guide
Life insurance can provide a financial payout for your loved ones in the event of your death. It's often a smart financial move for parents, partners, primary income earners, homeowners and others who have dependents relying on them — or…
10 Car Insurance Mistakes People Regret
Simple auto insurance misunderstandings can impact your finances. Inaction can also lead to expenses that could have been covered by insurance. AI agents might not be ready to handle car insurance shopping. Only 58% of car insurance customers say…
3 life insurance moves policyholders should make before 2027
In an economic climate in which inflation remains sticky, interest rates are rising and everyday expenses are ticking up, all personal financial considerations need to be reevaluated. And that's especially true for those who have life insurance…
Is pet insurance worth it? This is the honest math owners should know.
Pet insurance isn't required like human health insurance typically is, but it can still be worth it for many pet owners — especially as veterinary costs rise. Data from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) shows that veterinary…
Best pet insurance companies of 2026: Prices and coverage compared
Your dog's worst day at the veterinarian could cost you a few hundred dollars or a few thousand, depending on a single decision: whether or not to buy pet insurance. But while pet insurance pays most of a covered bill once you meet a deductible…
Insurance Deflation: No Problem For IAK (NYSEARCA:IAK)
I reiterate a 'Buy' rating on iShares US Insurance ETF, citing strong recent outperformance versus the S&P 500 and compelling valuation. IAK benefits from robust technicals, a constructive uptrend, and historically bullish November seasonality…
Best life insurance companies of 2026: Top picks for term, whole and no-exam coverage
Buying life insurance can be one of the more consequential financial decisions a household makes, but choosing a policy isn't always straightforward. The market includes dozens of insurers, multiple types of coverage and significant differences in…
HK Insurance Authority plans new rules for asset-intensive reinsurance: Bloomberg
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is set to introduce new rules governing asset-intensive reinsurance, aiming to give clear guidance to firms in one of the market's fastest-growing niches, Bloomberg reported on Monday, citing people familiar with…
OPD Insurance: What Buyers Must Check
Buyers need to assess whether an OPD policy offers them enough usable benefits to justify the additional premium. Around 67 per cent of India's healthcare spending goes towards outpatient department (OPD) expenses, but only a single-digit share of…
Could Insurance Companies Help with AI Safety? - LessWrong
Epistemic Status: Rough Fermi model, numbers could be off by an order of magnitude, probably not multiple orders of magnitude. Definitely interested in feedback on assumptions you'd change. Long-time lurker here. I think I last posted in about…
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