Latin America
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Multinationals urged to redouble anti-corruption efforts in Brazil
Multinational companies have been urged to carefully select their business partners and suppliers in Brazil or face “catastrophic” consequences from…
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Risk managers advised to keep eye on global programme compliance and political risks
Antonio Del Corral, a sub-director of risks at Repsol, has stressed the importance of international programmes for companies operating in…
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France a hotspot for civil unrest: Maplecroft
Companies face "significantly" more disruption from civil unrest in France than any other western European economy, according to a new…
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On the move
Chubb makes senior global exec appointments, Marsh names Jeremy Cooke as vice president of global placement, Cooper Gay appoints head…
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World insurance in 2015: faltering growth amid regional disparities
Insurance premium growth is being held back by lacklustre global economy.
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Opportunity in Latin America despite weak economy
Although Latin American markets present a range of risks and weak economic performance, they continue to offer opportunities for companies,…
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Environmental liability laws tighten in Latin America
A clampdown on corporate pollution liability is stimulating demand for environmental insurance in Latin America.
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News in brief
Global multiline insurers more resilient to challenges: S&P, Generali establishes Global Business Lines & International unit, Kumamoto earthquake damage estimates,…
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Insurers’ Q1 profits hurt by market volatility
First quarter results of many commercial insurers and reinsurers in recent weeks suggest a tough year ahead with some companies…
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Brazilian market failing corporate clients
The insurance market has let buyers down in Brazil by failing to come up with innovative solutions, according to experts…
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Tax and regulatory news
Problems of market access for EU insurers, ESAs identify vulnerabilities affecting the EU financial system, Aspiro decision could mean increased…
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Risk management concerns leave Brazil off the pace in run-up to Rio 2016
Political turmoil, civil unrest, terrorist threat and outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil are placing organisers of the 2016…
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Losses mount as companies grapple with supply chain risk
The increased threat from Islamic State (IS) and an influx of migrants caused serious supply chain issues in Europe and…
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Are there too few D&O insurers in Brazil?
There is growing concern that Brazil's D&O insurance market may become dysfunctional after a wave of merger and acquisitions in…
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Captives grow in Latin America’s green fields
Some Latin American markets, such as Colombia, are well aware of the captive concept, while others are still at the…
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Terror, corruption and power struggles drive political risk in 2016
Businesses face a rising global terrorism threat and further civil unrest in 2016, according to the 2016 Political Risk Outlook…
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Stricter enforcement of environmental rules and mandatory covers on the horizon, predicts insurer
There will be more focus on enforcement of environmental legislation across the world, including the EU, going forward, and a…
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Brazil-based international programmes ready for take-up
Brazilian companies are beginning to implement international insurance programmes, but there is still a long learning curve ahead of them.
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Swiss Re predicts global insurance growth
The global economy is expected to strengthen moderately next year, supporting insurance premium growth in most regions, according to Swiss…
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News in brief
Commercial insurance rates falling everywhere, FDI in Indian insurance sector more than doubles, CEO of Zurich stands down, SII standard…
