AM Best Director Ann Modica highlights a new Best's Special Report that finds GDP continues to grow, and the likelihood of a recession has declined markedly.

A panel of insurance marketing experts discuss innovative and evolving applications of data and predictive analytics in marketing and highlight key metrics and ratios that insurance marketers should understand to communicate effectively with their peers and stakeholders. This was a joint presentation of the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA) and AM Best. (Event Date: January 24, 2025)

Jackie Quintal, managing director of Marsh’s Financial Institutions Group, and We2Sure Co-founder Simon Wigzell discuss carbon credit fraud and a new insurance facility to help businesses address the growing risk of fake carbon credits.

AM Best Director Matt Tuite discusses the factors fueling the record-breaking expansion of the insurance-linked securities market, including strong investor returns, rising Cat bond issuance, and evolving investor appetite. Tuite spoke with AM Best at the Artemis ILS conference in New York.

ZestyAI CEO Attila Toth discusses a company analysis of 1 million homes that reveals nearly half of U.S. properties include multiple structures, uncovering a substantial gap in homeowners insurance coverage.

Alyssa Gittleman, director and head of consulting and customer relations for Conning Insurance Research, discusses the podcast she hosts, “Beyond the Text,” which explores the program market with Conning experts.

Andrew Correll, senior Director of cyber insurability at SecurityScorecard, discusses key findings from a recent report on cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the insurance industry's supply chain, highlighting the alarming rate of third-party breaches and the urgent need for stronger risk management

James Bannister, head of global war and terrorism at Lockton, discusses how, as businesses reassess terrorism risks, insurers are refining risk models and how heightened awareness may boost demand for tailored coverage.

Grant Nichols, senior vice president at CAC Specialty, discusses the growing financial and legal risks of “forever chemical” exposure, evolving regulations, and proactive risk management strategies to mitigate liability.

WTW Head of Crisis Management North America’s Fergus Critchley discusses how general liability, active assailant and terrorism insurance markets face scrutiny after the New Year’s Eve attacks, and the growing need for proactive risk management.