Knowledge | Gen Re

Individual Disability – Results of 2021 U.S. Market Survey

Disability | May 19, 2022| English

Summary of our industry benchmarking survey covering Non-Cancelable, Guaranteed Renewable, Buy-Sell and Guaranteed Standard Issue product line results. Full survey available only to participants, but sharing some information learned.

Political and Societal Unrest – What Are the Implications for Insurers?

Commercial Umbrella, Property | May 18, 2022| English

A change in seasons again brings hopeful signs that much of pre-pandemic life is returning. Current COVID‑19 variants, while more contagious, are less virulent than earlier variants. U.S. workers in many sectors are returning to offices under a new...

Opportunities Abound in the Small Commercial Marketplace – The Key to a Strong Distribution Strategy

P/C General Industry, Commercial Umbrella, Personal Umbrella | May 11, 2022| English

Part 2 in our series examining the Small Commercial marketplace and the five strategies insurers can utilize for profitable expansion into this market. As carriers look for profitable growth opportunities, many are looking to expand their offerings...

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By Eva Odenkirchen and Nicolas Zimmer | Mar 10, 2022 | English

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Issue: Feb 15, 2022| Disability, Life | English
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Issue: Feb 08, 2022| Life | English | Français | Español
The numerous restrictions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have certainly affected everyone and those measures may have consequences for our health. The article attempts to uncover possible links between COVID-19 and depression.
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