Considering factors such as board diversity, ESG activism and the more litigious environment will be critical for managing D&O insurance programs going forward, according to Marsh LLC. (Credit: HAKINMHAN/Shutterstock.com) Considering factors such as board diversity, ESG activism and the more litigious environment will be critical for managing D&O insurance programs going forward, according to Marsh LLC. (Credit: HAKINMHAN/Shutterstock.com)

The global commercial insurance markets felt the pressure this year, particularly among U.S. D&O buyers, as the sector saw pricing jump more than 50% during the fourth quarter, according to Marsh LLC, which reported in excess of 90% of its D&O policyholders renewed with rate increases.

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