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SPECIAL REPORT | INSURANCE-LINKED SECURITIES

Special Report: Cat Bond Market Growth Accelerates as Loss Multiples Compress

Activity in the cat bond market in 2025 was marked by many high-profile transactions that underscored the market’s continued evolution.

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Mar 09, 2026 - 9 Pages

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MARKET SEGMENT REPORT | HEALTH INSURERS
Market Segment Report: US Health Insurers Seek to Improve Underwriting Performance in 2026
Strong health segment financial flexibility and capitalization despite major operating performance concerns.

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Mar 05, 2026 - 13 Pages

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MARKET SEGMENT REPORT | LIFE AND ANNUITY INSURANCE
Market Segment Report: US Life/Annuity Industry Continues to Shift More Focus to Annuities
The US annuity market delivered another strong yearly performance, aided by retirement product demand, favorable rates, and product innovation.

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Mar 03, 2026 - 12 Pages

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Commentary: US D&O Liability Market: Prioritizing Long-Term Profitability Amid Competition and Emerging Risks

COMMENTARY | DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE
Commentary: US D&O Liability Market: Prioritizing Long-Term Profitability Amid Competition and Emerging Risks
By year-end 2025, the D&O liability market appeared to be moving toward more modest downward premium adjustments, on average.

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Mar 02, 2026 - 5 Pages

MARKET SEGMENT REPORT | JAPAN
Market Segment Report: Market Segment Outlook: Japan Life Insurance
The outlook for Japan’s life insurance segment remains at Stable.

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Feb 27, 2026 - 6 Pages

COMMENTARY | PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE
Commentary: Losses From Winter Storms to Carve Into 1Q 2026 Earnings
Northeastern blizzard expected to result in significant but manageable losses for P/C insurers.

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Feb 26, 2026 - 3 Pages

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AM Best’s Briefing – Health: Medicare Advantage – Challenges and Opportunities
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AM Best’s Briefing – Non-Life Run-Off: An Evolving Market
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AM Best’s Briefing – 2026 Insurance Outlook: Risk Management Back in the Spotlight
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