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Insurers Didn't Learn From the Financial Crisis
“You might not believe in climate change, but your insurance company does” is a common joke about climate change. Because obviously the companies that pay claims after weather disasters are well aware the planet has grown hotter and…
Health Insurance Is the Sleeper Inflation Issue
Food and energy get the spotlight, but there is another source of inflation on the minds of voters headed to the polls today: health insurance. At first glance, there ought not to be much to see here. The government's broadest measure of health…
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…
Democrats Jane Kim, Ben Allen face off in California's insurance commissioner race
California voters on Tuesday are set to decide who will become the next insurance commissioner, as the state continues to navigate an insurance market strained by rising costs and heightened wildfire risks. Democrats Jane Kim, a former San…
Can you get pet insurance after your pet gets sick?
Pet insurance can be easy to put off when your pet is healthy, particularly when many people's finances are being stretched by things like high inflation and rising prices, as they are in today's economic landscape. The monthly premium may feel…
The Insurer Reports Binance Lacks Cyber Insurance After $6.3 Billion Incident
Binance says it will shoulder the financial impact of an incident it valued at about $6.3 billion, while The Insurer reported, citing a source close to the exchange, that Binance has no cyber insurance. The exchange said Oct. 31 that a portion of…
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…
CNA Financial: A Solid Insurer Facing An Increasingly Difficult Market (NYSE:CNA)
CNA Financial Corporation remains a hold as underwriting profitability deteriorates and competitive pressures intensify. Q3 2026 saw underwriting gains drop sharply, with the combined ratio rising to 97% and core income nearly halved. Investment…
New report shows steep rise in Minnesota homeowners insurance premiums
For Minnesota homeowners, protecting their biggest investment is becoming increasingly expensive. A new report from the Insurance Federation of Minnesota finds average homeowners insurance premiums climbed from $1,313 in 2015 to $2,037 in 2023. And…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Ismail Sabri raises alarm over surgeries cut short when doctors dropped from insurance panels
PARLIAMENT | Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has claimed that some patients had their surgeries halted midway after the specialist attending to them was removed from an insurer's cashless panel, forcing hospitals to call in doctors from…
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