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The market has learned lessons from earlier soft market phases that it will apply now. -
The leadership’s commentary spotlighted to value of ILS to the group.
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The reinsurer’s capacity is hugely important to ILS firms, with few alternative providers.
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M&A and shifts in distribution arrangements bring risks and opportunities.
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The ILS market has won market share at the top of programmes as buying expands.
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The buzz in the air at ILS Connect told of a market entering its next growth phase.
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Investor interest and capital flows point to potential for ILS proliferation.
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Indirect exposure to cat risk through long-term investors gives Markel optionality.
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Island appetite remains stable, but early 2025 loss activity has injected fresh uncertainty.
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Several Florida start-ups are poised to begin writing business this year.
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Wildfire is rarely singled out as an exposure that can shift portfolio outcomes.
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Management track record has been a factor in capital raising for 2025.
