Trading Risk April 2019

The relationship between Florida insurers and their reinsurers is obviously going through a rough patch. It makes you wonder whether the role of brokers this year might be akin to that of marriage counsellors.

The life settlement industry is looking to attract ILS capital but many industry practitioners are reluctant to enter the space due to concerns over valuations, returns and the sector’s past reputation for unscrupulous practices.

ILS managers are upping the pressure on Florida reinsurance buyers to change terms and conditions or retain more risk as 1 June renewal negotiations continue.