US severe convective storm (SCS) insured losses surpass $22bn in 2026 so far: Gallagher Re
Insurance industry losses from severe convective storms in the United States have now topped $22 billion as of June 18th, according to Gallagher Re. While this already makes 2026 the 11th consecutive year with annual US SCS insured losses of more than $20 billion, the tally so far is below the 5-year and 10-year H1 […]
Cat bonds a compelling, genuine diversification for investors in volatile times: Neuberger Berman
A recent paper from investment manager Neuberger Berman highlights catastrophe bonds as a “very compelling opportunity” for investors seeking genuine portfolio diversification, which comes at a time when macroeconomic uncertainty and risk-asset volatility are expected to remain in focus for the foreseeable future. The investment manager observes that demand for catastrophe bonds has continued to […]