The chief executive of a hedge fund disputed the assertion in a New York Times article that Allied World Assurance Co. made a substantial investment in his firm.

Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC led September with two announced acquisitions totaling more than $12 million in acquired revenue.

Insured losses resulting from natural catastrophes in the U.S. and Europe totaled just over $280 million during September, says a new report.

Commercial-lines rates continued to climb in September, rising by 5 percent compared to the same month a year ago, according to MarketScouts latest analysis.

Global property and casualty insurance rates increased by less than one percent for major lines during the third quarter this year, indicating that prices may be stabilizing, says a report from insurance broker Marsh.

Global property and casualty insurance rates increased by less than one percent for major lines during the third quarter this year, indicating that prices may be stabilizing, says a report from insurance broker Marsh.

While insurers continue to achieve rate increases in workers compensation, experts say it is not yet enough to make up for rising costs and low investment income.

While insurers continue to achieve rate increases in workers compensation, experts say it is not yet enough to make up for rising costs and low investment income.