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zerohedge.comfinance2 hrs ago
UnitedHealth Raises Full-Year Earnings Outlook After Strong Quarterly Results
UnitedHealth reported higher-than-expected earnings and revenue for the most recent quarter and increased its full-year earnings projection. The company said the results reflect continued demand for its services.
forbes.combusiness3 hrs ago
UnitedHealth Raises 2026 Earnings Outlook but Forecasts Loss of 1.6 Million Members
UnitedHealth Group posted second-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $6.38 and revenue of $112.03 billion. The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings guidance to a range of $19.50 to $20 per share.
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en.antaranews.comworld2 days ago
Health Ministry reports show varying hospital wait times across Israel
Two Health Ministry reports detail wait times for MRI scans and planned surgeries at public hospitals. Data show differences by insurance provider, region, and facility. Israel recorded shorter average waits than OECD averages for several procedures.
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dig-in.comworld3 days ago
California Earthquake Insurance Inquiries Rise After Recent Tremors
Homeowners across the state are contacting brokers for separate earthquake coverage following a series of recent quakes. Only about 10 percent of households currently carry such policies, which carry high premiums and deductibles.
cnbc.compolitics5 days ago
USAA Returns Nearly $1 Billion to Florida Policyholders in Dividend
USAA will distribute nearly $1 billion to more than 830,000 eligible Florida members. Payments averaging $760 began last month following state insurance reforms.
finance6 days ago
UK Court Rejects Nord Stream Insurance Claim and Anchor-Damage Argument in Pipeline Sabotage Case
A London judge ruled the pipeline damage fell under a war-risk exclusion, relieving Lloyd’s and Arch of liability. The decision also dismissed claims that anchor damage caused separate harm to the line.
en.antaranews.comscience6 days ago
Strait of Hormuz Hull War Rates Fall to 1-3 Percent but 1,150 Vessels Remain Stranded
Insurance premiums for transiting the Strait of Hormuz rose to 10 percent of vessel value after the February 28 blockade before moderating to 1-3 percent. Policies are now priced six hours ahead and some include no-claims bonuses. More than 50 ships have been attacked since the c…
world6 days ago
ACA Premiums Projected to Rise 14 Percent Median in 2027 After Enhanced Subsidies Expire
Insurers filed proposals showing a median 14 percent increase for 2027 plans. The jump follows a 20 percent median rise in 2026 after enhanced subsidies expired.
insidermonkey.comworld7 days ago
Allstate Ranks District of Columbia Second-Riskiest U.S. City for Drivers
Allstate released its 2026 America’s Best Drivers Report on July 8, placing the District of Columbia second and Baltimore third among 200 cities. The study reviewed property damage claims from January 2023 through December 2024.
Nbc Newsworld8 days ago
ACA Insurers File for 14% Median Premium Increase for 2027 After Enhanced Subsidies End
KFF analysis of rate filings shows proposed hikes following a 20% median rise in 2026. Enrollment dropped by 3 million people this year amid subsidy changes.
forbes.compolitics8 days ago
Obamacare Premiums Projected to Rise 14 Percent in 2027 as Enrollment Falls to 19.2 Million
A KFF analysis of rate filings shows median individual-market premiums will increase 14 percent next year. The rise marks the second straight year of double-digit growth and follows a 3 million drop in enrollment.
kpbs.orgbusiness8 days ago
Health Insurers Propose 14% Median ACA Premium Increase for 2027
KFF analysis of filings from 77 insurers shows a median 14% rise in proposed premiums. The increase follows the end of enhanced tax credits and enrollment declines in 2026.
databricks.comworld9 days ago
UK Insurance Payouts for E-Scooter and E-Bike Injuries Reach £110 Million
The Motor Insurers Bureau has recorded £110 million in total damages for injuries from e-scooters and e-bikes since the first claim in 2019. The total more than doubled in the past year as claims rose to 168 in 2025.
The Japan Timesworld10 days ago
Kenporen Official Urges Stakeholder Talks on Japan's Medical Insurance Reform
Takashi Yonekawa, deputy head of the National Federation of Health Insurance Societies, called for broad discussions on reforming the public medical insurance system. The remarks followed a January survey showing divided views on medical costs for older people.
news.sky.combusiness10 days ago
EU Entry/Exit System to Require Fingerprint and Photo Registration at European Airports
UK travellers heading to Europe this summer will face new registration steps at border control under the EU's Entry/Exit System. Airlines have advised passengers to arrive earlier to complete the process and avoid missed flights.
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theglobeandmail.comworld15 days ago
Climate Change Expands List of Uninsurable Assets, Allianz Executive Says
Rising climate-related losses are pushing more properties and infrastructure beyond standard insurance coverage. Allianz officials described the trend during recent industry discussions.
Washington Monthlypolitics16 days ago
Obamacare Plans Drop by Nearly 3 Million in First Two Months of 2026
Enrollment on the exchanges fell 13 percent from 2025 levels. The Associated Press reported the decline on Friday.
Los Angeles Timesbusiness18 days ago
ACA Marketplace Enrollment Falls to 19.2 Million After Enhanced Subsidies Expire
About 3 million fewer Americans held Affordable Care Act plans in February 2026 than a year earlier. The 13 percent drop followed the January 1 expiration of federal premium subsidies.
finance.yahoo.compolitics19 days ago
ACA Marketplace Enrollment Falls 13 Percent in 2026 as Enhanced Subsidies Expire and Initial Sign-ups Drop One Million
The Department of Health and Human Services reported that five million people dropped Affordable Care Act coverage for 2026. Enrollment declined after enhanced premium tax credits expired and average premiums doubled.
winnipegfreepress.comworld19 days ago
ACA Enrollment Falls 16 Percent After Enhanced Subsidies End
About four million people dropped Affordable Care Act coverage this year after enhanced subsidies expired. Enrollment stands at 19.2 million as of February, down from 23 million at the close of open enrollment.
The Independentscience24 days ago
Michigan Floods Leave Many Rural Homeowners Without Insurance or Risk Data
Record spring rains and snowmelt flooded northern Michigan homes, exposing gaps in federal flood maps and insurance access for thousands of residents. Many property owners had been told they were outside mapped flood zones and could not obtain coverage.
rte.iefinance26 days ago
Lloyd's Launches $400 Million War-Risk Insurance Facility for Hormuz Shipping
Lloyd's of London and Chubb have formed a consortium offering $400 million in marine war-risk coverage for vessels and cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The facility provides separate limits for hull, protection and indemnity, and cargo risks. Shipping companies have continu…
Semaforworld27 days ago
Cigna CEO David Cordani to Step Down July 1, Brian Evanko Named Successor
David Cordani ends 17-year tenure as Cigna CEO on July 1. Brian Evanko, current chief operating officer, will take the role while Cordani remains executive chair.
medpagetoday.comscience27 days ago
CMS Recalculates 2026 Medicare Advantage Star Ratings After Court Found Prior Errors
Federal officials adjusted quality ratings for next year’s Medicare Advantage plans following legal pressure from insurers. The change affects bonus payments that reached $16 billion this year.
Los Angeles Timesbusiness27 days ago
Fire survivors group seeks to join state case against State Farm
A wildfire survivors group petitioned Thursday to join a state enforcement action against State Farm over January 2025 claims handling. The group wants a broader review and higher penalties than the $2 million fine proposed by regulators.
abcnews.go.compolitics31 days ago
North Carolina ACA Signups Drop 22% as Expanded Subsidies Expire
@CBSNews reported that individual ACA enrollments in North Carolina dropped more than 213,000 for 2026. Ross and Rebecca Tobiassen canceled coverage when their premium rose from $130 to over $550.
khn.orgpolitics31 days ago
North Carolina ACA Sign-Ups Drop 22 Percent After Temporary Enhanced Subsidies End
Premiums for some families rose from $130 to more than $550 a month. North Carolina recorded the largest percentage drop in sign-ups of any state.
rediff.comscience32 days ago
Employers Route Obesity Drug Access Through Telehealth Firms That Add Extra Requirements
Workers report being steered to telehealth providers that require additional steps before approving GLP-1 prescriptions, even when primary care doctors have already prescribed the drugs.
Benzingabusiness36 days ago
Yuanbao Reports 388 Million RMB Net Income, Up 31.4% Year-over-Year, in Q1 2026
Yuanbao Inc. posted a 31.4% year-over-year increase in net income for the first quarter of 2026 during its earnings conference call on Wednesday.
Semaforworld36 days ago
Spanish Soccer Club's Relegation Insurance Traded on Kalshi Prediction Market
A Spanish soccer team's insurance policy against relegation was transferred to the Kalshi prediction market after being placed with a broker. The club said it had no knowledge of the transfer and did not place a bet.
info.gov.hkbusiness37 days ago
AXA Launches Hong Kong High-Net-Worth Platform Targeting Mainland Chinese Clients Seeking Offshore Insurance and Wealth Services
AXA unveiled AXA Global Private on Monday to serve wealthy families with combined insurance, wealth, and succession services. The move targets rising cross-border wealth inflows into Hong Kong.
reviewjournal.combusiness38 days ago
USAA Cites Florida Tort Reforms in $500M Dividend to 830,000 Policyholders as Lawsuits Plummet
The insurer will deliver nearly $1 billion in combined savings and returns to eligible Florida policyholders between December 2025 and July 2026, citing lower legal costs after the state's 2023 tort reforms.
Forbesfinance39 days ago
Medicare Advantage Reaches Majority (55%) of Eligible Beneficiaries in 2026 as Growth Slows and Market Remains Concentrated
KFF data show continued but slower growth in Medicare Advantage despite pullbacks by major insurers. UnitedHealth Group and Humana together hold 46% of enrollees.
Statscience39 days ago
Insurers Extend Routine Vaccine Coverage Through 2027 as Trump Orders Review of Childhood Immunization Schedule
AHIP said its members will keep covering routine vaccines through 2027. The move follows a Trump executive order and a court pause on changes to the childhood schedule.
Statscience41 days ago
ADA Diabetes Conference Opens in New Orleans Amid FDA Fast-Track Review Debate and Other Health Developments
The American Diabetes Association meeting begins today while federal health offices face staffing losses and new survey data shows insurance denials affecting patient care.
dig-in.comworld41 days ago
Allianz Submits Offer to Acquire Portuguese Insurer Caravela Seguros
Allianz has submitted an offer for Caravela Seguros and entered advanced talks to purchase the Portuguese insurer. The proposed transaction remains subject to regulatory review.
insurancejournal.combusiness42 days ago
Zurich Insurance Extends Data-Center Project Coverage to Europe and South America
The insurer is extending specialized coverage for data-center construction projects into new regions. The move aligns with rising demand tied to artificial-intelligence infrastructure.
Fortuneai42 days ago
Honeycomb Insurance Raises $40 Million, Bringing Total Funding to $95 Million
The AI-native insurer, which focuses on apartment buildings and condo associations, brought its total funding to $95 million. The round included Ibex Investors, Peakline, Alpha Partners, Meitar Partners, Practical VC, and former 49ers player Harris Barton.
upi.comworld42 days ago
South Korea to Launch AI Insurance Fraud Detection System in 2026 as Fraud Exceeds 1 Trillion Won
The Financial Services Commission will establish an artificial intelligence-based insurance fraud prevention system in 2026, with a task force launching as early as September.
winnipegfreepress.comfinance42 days ago
Wawanesa Releases First Integrated Report on Financial and Sustainability Performance
The mutual insurer published its Report to our Members 2025, combining financial results with sustainability metrics. The document outlines a 23 percent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions and record consolidated premiums of $4.1 billion.
680news.comscience43 days ago
Cigna to Drop Wegovy and Zepbound Coverage for Employees as Oral Versions Launch at $149/Month
Cigna will stop covering GLP-1 weight loss drugs in its employee health plan starting July 1. Employees currently using the medications can switch to cash-pay options through manufacturers or TrumpRx.
abcnews.go.comscience43 days ago
Maternity Care Shifts from Bundled to Fee-for-Service Billing in January, Raising Cost Concerns
Doctors managing pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care will bill separately for visits and services under new codes that replace bundled payments. The change takes effect in January and affects how clinicians are reimbursed.
Gristscience44 days ago
EV Insurance Costs 42% Higher on Average Than Gas Cars, Report Finds
A new Insurify report shows electric vehicles cost $3,159 per year to insure on average, nearly $1,000 more than internal combustion engine vehicles. The gap varies by state and model, with repair costs cited as a primary driver.
science45 days ago
Wildfire Insured Losses Hit $54 Billion in 2025, Highest on Record
A new analysis published Sunday found that insured losses from wildfires worldwide hit at least $54 billion in 2025, the highest level on record. The Los Angeles fires and blazes in South Korea and Spain drove the total.
dig-in.comworld45 days ago
Wildfires caused record insured losses in 2025 despite lower total area burned
A study found wildfires produced 38 per cent of global insured natural hazard losses in 2025. Major fires in the United States, South Korea and Europe killed about 90 people and forced roughly 300,000 evacuations.
Usa Todayscience45 days ago
Global Wildfire Area Burned in 2025 Second-Lowest Since 2002
A May 31 study found that 2025 produced the second-lowest global burned area since 2002, yet recorded the highest insured wildfire losses on record and more than 90 deaths.
The Timestechnology46 days ago
Sapiens International Sets Up London Headquarters to Expand AI Insurance Tools
Private equity-backed Sapiens International is establishing a London headquarters. The company plans to use artificial intelligence to automate portions of insurance work. Abu Dhabi holds a stake in the firm.
MarketWatchscience48 days ago
CVS to Cover Lilly GLP-1 Medications for Weight Management
CVS will add coverage for two GLP-1 medications produced by Eli Lilly. The decision expands access for millions of Americans seeking treatment for weight management.
New York Postbusiness49 days ago
North Carolina Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Insurance Fraud
Greg Lindberg received a 12-year prison term after pleading guilty to conspiracy and money laundering charges. Prosecutors said he diverted more than $2 billion from insurers that held retirement savings for thousands of policyholders.
manilatimes.netfinance50 days ago
Burns & Wilcox Global Solutions Deploys Novidea Insurance Platform
Burns & Wilcox Global Solutions has implemented the Novidea insurance management platform across its London-based wholesale broking operations. The deployment covers three trading entities and more than 100 users.
New York Postbusiness50 days ago
Wildfire Sprinkler System Offers Insurance Discount in California
Frontline Wildfire Defense says its exterior sprinkler system protected 59 of 61 customer homes during last year’s Los Angeles fires. The company has partnered with Stand Insurance to offer up to a 25 percent premium discount for homes equipped with the system.
Japan Timesworld51 days ago
Nippon Life Books ¥70 Billion Impairment Loss on Government Bonds
Nippon Life Insurance recorded a ¥70 billion impairment loss on Japanese government bonds for the year ended March 31. The charge is the company's first since the Bank of Japan began raising interest rates in March 2024.
manilatimes.netfinance51 days ago
Apex Auto Solutions Inc Launches App Connecting Customers to Insurance and Financing Providers
Apex Auto Solutions Inc announced a new app on May 25, 2026, that links users to insurance and financing options from selected providers. The platform allows comparison of auto, personal, and business products in one interface.
finance.yahoo.comfinance51 days ago
WR Berkley Stock Returned 588 Percent Over 15 Years
An investor who bought $100 of WR Berkley stock 15 years ago would hold shares worth $688.46 today. The insurance company posted an average annual return of 13.73 percent, beating the broader market by 1.65 percentage points per year.
yourtango.comscience52 days ago
Life insurance company offers rewards for healthy habits
John Hancock's Vitality program gives policyholders points for activities such as gym visits and preventive screenings. Points can be redeemed for gift cards, retail discounts, and lower premiums of up to 25 percent.
nbcnews.comscience52 days ago
Homeowners and Renters Can Take Steps to Speed Insurance Claims Before Summer Disaster Season
NPR reported on three actions that homeowners and renters can take ahead of summer disaster season to help insurance claims process more quickly. The guidance focuses on documentation, policy review, and communication with insurers.
techcentral.co.zabusiness55 days ago
Small Business Insurance Policies Often Fail to Match Current Operations
Many small business owners purchase insurance to meet initial requirements and renew it annually without updating coverage. Experts note that changes in operations, staff size, and services can leave gaps in protection for both common and less visible risks.
yaleclimateconnections.orgworld55 days ago
Forecasters Predict Below-Average Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2026
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts eight to 14 named storms this season. Insurance premiums in coastal states are not expected to decrease as a result.
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insurancejournal.comtechnology55 days ago
Convective Capital Raises $85 Million Fund for Disaster Resilience
Convective Capital announced an $85 million fund focused on disaster resilience. The fund expands the firm's earlier focus on wildfire technology to broader physical risk management.
The Hillscience58 days ago
ACA Marketplace Enrollment Falls by 1.2 Million After Enhanced Credits Expire
Enrollment in Affordable Care Act marketplaces dropped 1.2 million in 2026 after enhanced premium tax credits ended. KFF estimates 4.8 million to 5.8 million people may lose coverage this year as average monthly premiums rose 58 percent.