Wildfire
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Programs did not offer adequate risk-adjusted return.
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A negative January return will be unprecedented for ILS industry.
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The company’s reinsurance business also has some exposure, the executive said.
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The carrier has around $2.5bn-$4bn of reinsurance cover specifically for California risk.
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The bond went on watch after Mercury said it would exceed its $150mn retention.
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The Floridian also expects to report its “best earnings quarter” for Q4 2024.
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The figure does not include specie or auto losses.
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Secondary pricing on the carrier’s Topanga Re bond partly recovered following the guidance.
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The company received over 10,100 home and auto claims as of January 27.
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Compared with its initial figure, CatIQ’s latest estimate has increased by 40%.
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Secondary market pricing indicated anticipated California wildfire losses.
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Guy Carpenter said personal lines exposure would account for 85% of the aggregate loss.