Mutual insurance companies, owned by their customers, are distributing record-breaking dividends this year, contrasting with traditional carriers that retain premiums.

Following the merger of two insurance companies, the CEO of Helvetia-Baloise announced a significant 50% increase in dividends for shareholders, alongside major job reductions.

Data centers are identified as a potential source of a $10 billion windfall for insurance companies.

Insurance companies in Latvia report that four to five thousand claims are filed annually for damaged car windshields caused by stones thrown from other vehicles on the roads.

The article highlights the importance of protecting insurance clients, arguing against penalizing them when the insurance companies they have purchased coverage from fail to deliver.

Stocks for UnitedHealth and other insurance companies saw a jump after Medicare agreed to increase payments for the upcoming year.

Shares of major health insurance companies, including UnitedHealth Group, CVS, and Humana, are experiencing gains driven by recent news concerning Medicare Advantage.

Dubai Police have cautioned residents to be vigilant against fraudulent insurance companies, advising them to avoid falling victim to scams.

In Germany, a decision has been made to reimburse four medications for Long Covid and Post-Covid by health insurance companies, despite them being approved for other indications, as there are currently no approved drugs specifically for these conditions.

Nepalese police have charged 32 individuals, including guides, helicopter pilots, and medical personnel, in connection with an insurance fraud scheme on Mount Everest. The corrupt plot allegedly involved intoxicating climbers and trekkers to defraud insurance companies of nearly 17 million.

Insurance companies are increasingly cutting off coverage for popular weight-loss medications like Zepbound, leaving patients who have seen significant results without access to their prescriptions.

China Life, one of the country's largest insurance companies, has announced a significant jump in its recent earnings.

The number of bicycle thefts in Finland increased last year, with insurance companies paying out approximately 12 million euros in compensation for stolen bikes.

Insurance companies in Portugal have paid out 260 million euros in damages since January, accumulating 180,000 claims, with many processes still awaiting documentation for completion.

The head of the Czech health insurance association warns that some health insurance companies may face overdue liabilities by year-end, as parliament considers a proposal to redistribute nearly eight billion Czech crowns from the General Health Insurance Company to smaller insurers.

A dispute has emerged between insurance companies and hospitals in Greece concerning allegations of overcharging for medical services.

More than 30 states have passed laws trying to rein in health insurance companies second guessing doctors, a policy called prior authorization.

Life insurance companies have joined global investors in a private debt market binge in search of higher yields.

Internal beds are disappearing from small hospitals. Reason: low payments from insurance companies. "While large university hospitals receive an average of 95,000 CZK for treating urinary tract infections, regional ones receive a third less...

The Czech Ministries of Labor and Social Affairs and Health are appointing representatives to the supervisory boards of employee health insurance companies. A list of nominees reveals that the Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Marian Jurečka, is filling these positions with his closest colleagues, including one who was a prominent figure in the 'Alliance for the Family'.

Reinsurance companies are withdrawing war-risk coverage following an incident where the US reportedly torpedoed an Iranian ship.

A Finnish entrepreneur from Jokioinen expresses concern as small car repair shops are losing customers because insurance companies are reportedly using incentives to direct accident vehicles to larger chains.

Moody’s warns that a prolonged conflict in the region could significantly increase risks for insurance companies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

Private doctors in Spain are denouncing the General Directorate of Insurance for tolerating 'abuses' regarding the salaries paid by insurance companies, leading to a conflict with the Economy Ministry.

The Greek Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, announced a freeze in cooperation between private insurance companies and the National Health System (ESY) in the health insurance sector.

Insurance companies are estimating 750 million euros in compensation payouts following 115,000 home, 13,000 commercial, and 9,500 car insurance claims, with a responsible party stating the costs are nearly comparable to those of the last 20 years.

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More than 180 damage claims have been opened by insurance companies in Romania following the heavy snowfall and blizzards between February 17-20, with dozens of homes and nearly 100 cars affected.

A review identifies four travel insurance companies offering the best coverage for trips to the Caribbean in 2026.

A dispute has erupted in Crans-Montana over responsibility for severe lapses in fire safety inspections at "Le Constellation" bar, with victim lawyers pursuing insurance companies who are deflecting blame to authorities.

Amid a rise in car thefts, drivers are reportedly placing car keys in microwaves as a method to prevent key cloning, with insurance companies now offering services against such thefts.

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has directed 67 insurance companies to contribute a 0.25% protection levy to a new fund, designed to create a safety net for policyholders in case of company insolvency.

Nigeria's National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has launched the Insurance Policyholders’ Protection Fund (IPPF), requiring all insurance and reinsurance companies to contribute 0.25% of their net premium income. The fund aims to safeguard policyholders.

Insurance companies in Portugal have paid out 303 million euros in compensation for damages caused by storms in January and February, with total covered damages estimated to exceed 1 billion euros.

A multi-million-dollar insurance scam involving fake emergency rescues on Mount Everest has come to light, potentially affecting over 4,700 trekkers. Mountain guides, helicopter companies, and private hospitals are accused of overcharging insurance companies, with some allegations even including poisoning climbers.

A report by The Kathmandu Post reveals a $20 million fraudulent rescue scheme in Nepal, where insurance companies are being scammed through practices like lacing Mt. Everest hikers' food to force rescues.

The House of Representatives in Cyprus has approved legislation that will compel insurance companies to provide written explanations when they refuse to provide motor vehicle cover to a customer. The new law passed with 53 votes.

Hospitals in the Moravian-Silesian region of the Czech Republic are experiencing a severe financial shortfall, with hundreds of millions of crowns owed by insurance companies for services already provided, forcing some facilities like Ostrava Municipal Hospital to take out loans.

The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has introduced a new regulation capping the tenure of external auditors for insurance companies at six years.

Old Republic International (ORI) has announced leadership changes within its BITCO Insurance Companies subsidiary.

Portuguese insurance companies have paid 40% of indemnities following recent storms, describing the effort to process over 180,000 claims as "gigantic" with no clear timeline for full resolution.

Forbes Advisor has released its annual ranking of the best pet insurance companies for 2026, providing guidance for pet owners.

A Polish court has ruled that municipal guards, when investigating traffic offenses, have the right to request personal data from insurance policies of vehicles involved from insurance companies.

A Lagos High Court has ordered Standard Alliance Insurance Plc and 17 other Nigerian insurance companies, along with a foreign reinsurer, to indemnify IRS Airlines Limited for the total loss of its Fokker 100 aircraft.

Small insurance companies in Kenya are facing difficulties, with three more firms recently placed under statutory management.

Insurance companies in Sri Lanka are facing pressure on their profit margins due to an increase in claim ratios, indicating challenges within the sector.

An opinion column discusses how a simple phone call saved the author 2,000 Danish kroner annually on insurance, suggesting that loyalty to insurance companies may not be financially beneficial.

Several Danish insurance companies have announced they will provide assistance to Danes stranded in the Middle East, despite initial concerns about coverage.

By Elias Hazou Motor insurance companies must now document their reasons when terminating coverage to people aged over 70, under a law passed by the House on Thursday. Tabled by Volt MP Alexandra Attalidou, the bill aims to end discriminatory practices by insurance companies against senior citizens. Companies must inform in writing elderly customers of […]

New analyst reports have been published for Progressive Corp. and Allstate Corp., providing updated insights and evaluations on these insurance companies.

Insurance companies in France have estimated the total cost of damages from recent storms Nils and Pedro to be over 1.2 billion euros.

Slovenian public healthcare is facing calls for rationalization as insurance companies seek to compensate for lost business. Discussions also highlight 'time' as a politicized topic, along with systemic problems, responsibility, and exhaustion within modern healthcare.

Two health insurance companies, Irish Life Health and Level Health, have announced price increases for their customers from April.

Billionaire Mark Cuban suggests removing insurance companies from the healthcare equation and making all payments cash-based, believing it would lead to cheaper medical services.

Italy has approved the statute for a new guarantee fund for life insurance clients, which will become operational in the coming months. Insurance companies will be required to contribute a percentage of their reserves, with agents and brokers also contributing.

Blue Owl has reportedly sold loans to pension funds and is involved in managing assets for insurance companies, indicating its strategic financial activities.

An audit of state hospitals in Slovakia revealed significant underutilization of operating rooms, which Peter Visolajský attributes to limits imposed by health insurance companies rather than doctors' laziness.

A report from Belgium's INAMI, kept secret for four years, suggests that 59% of long-term sick individuals are capable of working. The report has sparked political debate, with some parties advocating for stricter controls, while experts and mutual insurance companies question its validity.

According to AM Best, insurance companies that sell annuities are currently holding a higher proportion of riskier debt compared to their portfolios before the financial crisis.

The President of the Republic, Seguro, has called for dialogue in labor package negotiations and demanded a response from insurance companies, while also announcing his nominations for the Council of State.

As of the new year, Czech insurance companies are providing better coverage for bilateral joint replacement surgeries, allowing hospitals to offer these procedures more frequently. This change aims to reduce patient stress and treatment time.

Insurance companies in Denmark and Sweden are receiving numerous damage reports following Storm Dave, requiring extra staff to handle the influx of claims for blown-off roofs and fallen trees.

Entrepreneur Mark Cuban has voiced strong opinions on healthcare billing, suggesting it should revert to a 1955 model and accusing insurance companies of overcharging hospitals.

Media reports suggest that guides on Mount Everest allegedly poisoned climbers to defraud insurance companies, with invoices totaling nearly 20 million euros.

Both patients and doctors are expressing frustration with health insurance companies, citing system complexity and the insurers' ability to profit from it as major issues.

Business owners in Leiria are urging 'Seguro' to pressure insurance companies for quicker responses to help businesses recover and access needed liquidity. Concerns were also raised regarding the lack of communications in Leiria and Nazaré.

A Goldman Sachs survey indicates that large investors, such as insurance companies, are expanding their involvement in private markets, while the US economy is becoming a concern amidst geopolitical risks and opportunities in artificial intelligence.

Cypriot MPs have agreed to government-proposed changes to a bill aimed at ending discriminatory practices by insurance companies against elderly drivers, following its initial passage earlier this month.

A new study reveals that the financial sector, including banks and insurance companies, pays half of all corporate taxes in the city of Zurich, and approximately one-third at the cantonal level.

In Portugal, insurance companies reportedly anticipated payments for only 5% of storm-related claims, raising concerns about the speed of compensation for affected policyholders.

Slovak spas like Dudince, Bardejov, and Lúčky are offering discounts of up to 25 percent through health insurance companies, alongside loyalty bonuses and special promotions, with lower prices available outside peak season.

Barclays has adjusted its price target for Lincoln National (LNC) as the firm reassesses the risk landscape for life insurance companies.

Forbes has released its list of the top life insurance companies for seniors in 2026, providing recommendations for older adults seeking coverage.

Artificial intelligence is reportedly leading to an increase in unnecessary legal threats and administrative work, particularly burdening property managers and insurance companies.

Americans are opting out of the Affordable Care Act, and health insurance companies are taking a financial hit.

The reluctance of insurance companies to modernize their operations is identified as the ultimate competitive threat they face in the current market.

Insurance companies are seeking to renegotiate their coverage of ships serving the Persian Gulf

The leader of the Portuguese association of insurance companies stated that the sector's response to recent storms demonstrates that payments are being advanced, dispelling myths about delays.

Banks, insurance companies, and listed companies above a certain size in Austria will face increased reporting obligations. This change is due to the delayed implementation of an EU directive.

Insurance companies are cancelling war risk coverage for vessels in the Gulf as the widening Iran conflict disrupted shipping, leaving at least four tankers damaged, a seafarer killed and 150 ships…

The Greek insurance market experienced a 5.6% increase in 2025 compared to 2024, according to a survey by the Association of Insurance Companies.

The Czech Ombudsman, Stanislav Křeček, has warned against the premature reduction of accessible postnatal services, specifically addressing concerns about health insurance companies and the Czech Gynecological and Obstetrical Society regarding home visits by midwives.

Danish insurance companies and the Data Protection Agency are at odds over personal data rules, with companies claiming the regulations prevent them from reporting fraud that involves both insurance and public benefits.

A report titled 'The Dumping Ground' investigates how some insurance companies are allegedly insuring America’s most dangerous truckers with minimal scrutiny.