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Pimco Total Return Fund returns to 5-star rating
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EFMD Awards CLIP Accreditation to Mazars University
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EFMD is delighted to announce that Mazars University has recently received CLIP (Corporate Learning Improvement Process) accreditation and joins the CLIP community which also includes: Akademie Deutscher Genossenschaften ADG; Alcatel-Lucent; Allianz SE; ArcelorMittal; BBVA - Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria; EDF Group; Gas Natural Fenosa; GDF SUEZ University; Grupo Santander; MLP Finanzdienstleistungen AG; Novartis International AG; PSA Peugeot Citroen; Siemens AG; Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd & UniCredit Group.
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Wall Street Breakfast: Greece Continues European Tour For Debt Deal
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More outflows for the Total Return Fund
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Reinsurance in Singapore, Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018
M2 - Mon Feb 02, 11:38AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7r6kp5/reinsurance_in) has announced the addition of the "Reinsurance in Singapore, Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018" report to their offering. In terms of gross written premium, the Singaporean reinsurance segment grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9% during the review period (2009-2013), partially due to increasing risk awareness and expansion of the insurance industry, with insurers ceding a higher percentage of revenue to reinsurers. Growth was also supported by increased demand for reinsurance in key offshore markets following floods in Australia, China and Thailand, earthquakes in New Zealand and Japan, and a tsunami in Japan, all of which made insurers in the affected countries keen to cede a greater proportion of their premium to reinsurers based in Singapore to avoid significant losses through future natural disasters. Scope - It provides historical values for Singapore's reinsurance segment for the report's 2009-2013 review period, and projected figures for the 2013-2018 forecast period. - It offers a detailed analysis of the key categories in Singapore's reinsurance segment, along with market forecasts until 2018. - It provides a detailed analysis of the reinsurance ceded from various direct insurance segments in Singaporean its growth prospects. Key Highlights - In terms of gross written premium, the Singaporean reinsurance segment grew at a CAGR of 8.9% during the review period , partially due to increasing risk awareness and expansion of the insurance industry, with insurers ceding a higher percentage of revenue to reinsurers. - Singapore is rapidly becoming a regional hub for reinsurance, with reinsurers operating in the state generating significant proportions their revenues from overseas markets. - The Singaporean government offers incentives to reinsurers through its Offshore Insurance Business (OIB) scheme, the most widely used tax incentive in Singapore's insurance industry. - Offshore revenues were generated in the wake of significant losses from natural disasters during the review period, such as floods in Australia and Thailand, earthquakes in New Zealand and Japan, and a tsunami in Japan. - Over the forecast period, demand for reinsurance in Singapore is expected to increase due to the rapid development of the country's high-profit-margin insurance industry, which performed strongly during the review period. Key Topics Covered: 1 Key Facts and Events 2 Executive Summary 3 Introduction 4 Singaporean Insurance Industry Attractiveness 5 Reinsurance Growth Dynamics and Challenges 6 Key Industry Drivers 7 Competitive Landscape and Strategic Insights 8 Appendix Companies Mentioned - Munich Re - Swiss Re - Asia Capital Re - Allianz SE - Scor Global Life SE - IAG Re - Everest Re - Odyssey Re - Partner Re Se - Scor Re Asia-Pacific For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7r...surance_in
Mobile Phone Insurance a $31 Billion Opportunity - The Mobile Phone Insurance Ecosystem: 2015-2020: Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts
M2 - Mon Jan 19, 8:03AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/23kchf/the_mobile_phone) has announced the addition of SNS Research's new report "The Mobile Phone Insurance Ecosystem: 2015 - 2020 - Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts" to their offering. Given the increasing prevalence of expensive household goods, cars and consumer electronics, insurance has become an unavoidable and often necessary cost in modern life. Mobile phones, and smartphones in particular are no exception to this trend. Most major wireless carriers, insurance specialists, device OEMs, retailers and even banks now offer insurance plans that cover theft, loss, malfunctions and damage of mobile phones. Many policies now also integrate enhanced technical support and additional protection features such as data backup facilities, allowing users to securely back-up their phone data online. SNS Research estimates that the global mobile phone insurance market is expected for account for nearly $31 Billion in revenue by the end of 2015. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of nearly 10% over the next five years, eventually accounting for over $48 Billion in revenue by the end of 2020. The "*Mobile Phone Insurance Ecosystem: 2015 -- 2020 - Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts*" report presents an in-depth assessment of the mobile phone insurance ecosystem including market drivers, challenges, opportunities, value chain, future roadmap, case studies, ecosystem player profiles and strategies. The report also presents market size forecasts from 2015 through to 2020. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: An Overview of Mobile Phone Insurance Chapter 3: Value Chain & Future Roadmap Chapter 4: Case Studies Chapter 5: Key Market Players Chapter 6: Market Analysis & Forecasts Chapter 7: Conclusion & Strategic Recommendations Companies Mentioned - A Wireless - ACE European Group - AT&T - AT&T Mobility - Allianz Insurance - AmTrust International Underwriters - Appalachian Wireless - Aviva - Best Buy - EE - First Direct - Fonesure - Geek Squad - GoCare Warranty Group - HSBC Bank - Hollard Group - Liberty Mutual Insurance Group - MTN - Microsoft - Mobile Rhino (Stuckey & Company) - NIA (New India Assurance) - NQ Mobile - NTT DoCoMo - Nokia - Sprint - Supercover Insurance - T-Mobile - Telef?nica Group - The Allianz Group (Allianz SE) - Verizon Communications For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/23...bile_phone Source: SNS Research
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Pimco posts $200B in Q4 outflows
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Wall Street Breakfast: Week Begins With Healthcare Deals
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Pimco rules out M&A to expand equities business
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Pimco begins serious move into stocks
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Investors Shouldn't Worry About Allianz's Reinsurance Liabilities
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Pimco money manager fired after improper trades
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Wall Street Breakfast: Greek Stocks Plunge Following Presidential Vote
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AirAsia shares tumble after plane goes missing
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Why Write On Seeking Alpha?
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A.M. Best Comments on Ratings of ACE Limited and Subsidiaries Following Acquisition Announcement
Business Wire - Fri Dec 19, 5:00PM CST
A.M. Best has commented that the financial strength rating (FSR) of A++ (Superior) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) of "aa+" of the North American property/casualty subsidiaries of ACE Limited (ACE) (Zurich, Switzerland) [NYSE: ACE], are unchanged following the announcement that ACE is expanding its presence in the U.S. high net worth personal insurance market by acquiring the Fireman's Fund Insurance Companies' personal lines business from Allianz SE for $365 million. The closing is expected to take place in the second quarter of 2015, and is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. ACE's ICR and senior debt ratings of "a+" are expected to remain unchanged, as is its favorable financial leverage position.
ACE: 113.05 (+0.09)
A.M. Best Comments on Ratings of Fireman's Fund Insurance Company and Its Affiliates Following Acquisition Announcement
Business Wire - Fri Dec 19, 5:00PM CST
A.M. Best has commented that the financial strength rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) of "a" of Fireman's Fund Insurance Company (FFIC) (Novato, CA) and its reinsured affiliates, collectively referred to as Fireman's Fund Insurance Companies (Fireman's Fund), are unchanged following the announcement that ACE Limited (ACE) (Zurich, Switzerland) [NYSE: ACE] has entered into a definitive agreement with Allianz SE (Germany) to acquire Fireman's Fund personal lines insurance business in the United States. (See below for a detailed listing of the Fireman's Fund companies.)
ACE: 113.05 (+0.09)
Pimco Total Return Fund returns to 5-star rating
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BOND: 109.14 (-0.10)
EFMD Awards CLIP Accreditation to Mazars University
Marketwired - Wed Feb 04, 7:00AM CST
EFMD is delighted to announce that Mazars University has recently received CLIP (Corporate Learning Improvement Process) accreditation and joins the CLIP community which also includes: Akademie Deutscher Genossenschaften ADG; Alcatel-Lucent; Allianz SE; ArcelorMittal; BBVA - Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria; EDF Group; Gas Natural Fenosa; GDF SUEZ University; Grupo Santander; MLP Finanzdienstleistungen AG; Novartis International AG; PSA Peugeot Citroen; Siemens AG; Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd & UniCredit Group.
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Wall Street Breakfast: Greece Continues European Tour For Debt Deal
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More outflows for the Total Return Fund
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Reinsurance in Singapore, Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018
M2 - Mon Feb 02, 11:38AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7r6kp5/reinsurance_in) has announced the addition of the "Reinsurance in Singapore, Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018" report to their offering. In terms of gross written premium, the Singaporean reinsurance segment grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9% during the review period (2009-2013), partially due to increasing risk awareness and expansion of the insurance industry, with insurers ceding a higher percentage of revenue to reinsurers. Growth was also supported by increased demand for reinsurance in key offshore markets following floods in Australia, China and Thailand, earthquakes in New Zealand and Japan, and a tsunami in Japan, all of which made insurers in the affected countries keen to cede a greater proportion of their premium to reinsurers based in Singapore to avoid significant losses through future natural disasters. Scope - It provides historical values for Singapore's reinsurance segment for the report's 2009-2013 review period, and projected figures for the 2013-2018 forecast period. - It offers a detailed analysis of the key categories in Singapore's reinsurance segment, along with market forecasts until 2018. - It provides a detailed analysis of the reinsurance ceded from various direct insurance segments in Singaporean its growth prospects. Key Highlights - In terms of gross written premium, the Singaporean reinsurance segment grew at a CAGR of 8.9% during the review period , partially due to increasing risk awareness and expansion of the insurance industry, with insurers ceding a higher percentage of revenue to reinsurers. - Singapore is rapidly becoming a regional hub for reinsurance, with reinsurers operating in the state generating significant proportions their revenues from overseas markets. - The Singaporean government offers incentives to reinsurers through its Offshore Insurance Business (OIB) scheme, the most widely used tax incentive in Singapore's insurance industry. - Offshore revenues were generated in the wake of significant losses from natural disasters during the review period, such as floods in Australia and Thailand, earthquakes in New Zealand and Japan, and a tsunami in Japan. - Over the forecast period, demand for reinsurance in Singapore is expected to increase due to the rapid development of the country's high-profit-margin insurance industry, which performed strongly during the review period. Key Topics Covered: 1 Key Facts and Events 2 Executive Summary 3 Introduction 4 Singaporean Insurance Industry Attractiveness 5 Reinsurance Growth Dynamics and Challenges 6 Key Industry Drivers 7 Competitive Landscape and Strategic Insights 8 Appendix Companies Mentioned - Munich Re - Swiss Re - Asia Capital Re - Allianz SE - Scor Global Life SE - IAG Re - Everest Re - Odyssey Re - Partner Re Se - Scor Re Asia-Pacific For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7r...surance_in
Mobile Phone Insurance a $31 Billion Opportunity - The Mobile Phone Insurance Ecosystem: 2015-2020: Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts
M2 - Mon Jan 19, 8:03AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/23kchf/the_mobile_phone) has announced the addition of SNS Research's new report "The Mobile Phone Insurance Ecosystem: 2015 - 2020 - Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts" to their offering. Given the increasing prevalence of expensive household goods, cars and consumer electronics, insurance has become an unavoidable and often necessary cost in modern life. Mobile phones, and smartphones in particular are no exception to this trend. Most major wireless carriers, insurance specialists, device OEMs, retailers and even banks now offer insurance plans that cover theft, loss, malfunctions and damage of mobile phones. Many policies now also integrate enhanced technical support and additional protection features such as data backup facilities, allowing users to securely back-up their phone data online. SNS Research estimates that the global mobile phone insurance market is expected for account for nearly $31 Billion in revenue by the end of 2015. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of nearly 10% over the next five years, eventually accounting for over $48 Billion in revenue by the end of 2020. The "*Mobile Phone Insurance Ecosystem: 2015 -- 2020 - Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts*" report presents an in-depth assessment of the mobile phone insurance ecosystem including market drivers, challenges, opportunities, value chain, future roadmap, case studies, ecosystem player profiles and strategies. The report also presents market size forecasts from 2015 through to 2020. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: An Overview of Mobile Phone Insurance Chapter 3: Value Chain & Future Roadmap Chapter 4: Case Studies Chapter 5: Key Market Players Chapter 6: Market Analysis & Forecasts Chapter 7: Conclusion & Strategic Recommendations Companies Mentioned - A Wireless - ACE European Group - AT&T - AT&T Mobility - Allianz Insurance - AmTrust International Underwriters - Appalachian Wireless - Aviva - Best Buy - EE - First Direct - Fonesure - Geek Squad - GoCare Warranty Group - HSBC Bank - Hollard Group - Liberty Mutual Insurance Group - MTN - Microsoft - Mobile Rhino (Stuckey & Company) - NIA (New India Assurance) - NQ Mobile - NTT DoCoMo - Nokia - Sprint - Supercover Insurance - T-Mobile - Telef?nica Group - The Allianz Group (Allianz SE) - Verizon Communications For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/23...bile_phone Source: SNS Research
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Pimco posts $200B in Q4 outflows
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Wall Street Breakfast: Week Begins With Healthcare Deals
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Pimco rules out M&A to expand equities business
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Pimco begins serious move into stocks
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Jan 08, 2:42PM CST
Wall Street Breakfast: European Stocks Soar On QE Expectations
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Investors Shouldn't Worry About Allianz's Reinsurance Liabilities
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Pimco money manager fired after improper trades
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Wall Street Breakfast: Greek Stocks Plunge Following Presidential Vote
Wall Street Breakfast - at Seeking Alpha - Mon Dec 29, 5:31AM CST
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AirAsia shares tumble after plane goes missing
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Why Write On Seeking Alpha?
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A.M. Best Comments on Ratings of ACE Limited and Subsidiaries Following Acquisition Announcement
Business Wire - Fri Dec 19, 5:00PM CST
A.M. Best has commented that the financial strength rating (FSR) of A++ (Superior) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) of "aa+" of the North American property/casualty subsidiaries of ACE Limited (ACE) (Zurich, Switzerland) [NYSE: ACE], are unchanged following the announcement that ACE is expanding its presence in the U.S. high net worth personal insurance market by acquiring the Fireman's Fund Insurance Companies' personal lines business from Allianz SE for $365 million. The closing is expected to take place in the second quarter of 2015, and is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. ACE's ICR and senior debt ratings of "a+" are expected to remain unchanged, as is its favorable financial leverage position.
ACE: 113.05 (+0.09)
A.M. Best Comments on Ratings of Fireman's Fund Insurance Company and Its Affiliates Following Acquisition Announcement
Business Wire - Fri Dec 19, 5:00PM CST
A.M. Best has commented that the financial strength rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) of "a" of Fireman's Fund Insurance Company (FFIC) (Novato, CA) and its reinsured affiliates, collectively referred to as Fireman's Fund Insurance Companies (Fireman's Fund), are unchanged following the announcement that ACE Limited (ACE) (Zurich, Switzerland) [NYSE: ACE] has entered into a definitive agreement with Allianz SE (Germany) to acquire Fireman's Fund personal lines insurance business in the United States. (See below for a detailed listing of the Fireman's Fund companies.)
ACE: 113.05 (+0.09)
