Core systems

With China's new insurance laws set to take effect later this year, many insurers may need to upgrade their claims systems to keep pace.

When financial systems are compromised, we may not even hear about it for months.

The key will be if the Office of National Insurance can deliver on its promise of greater uniformity of regulation among the states.

Capital losses will hamper balance sheets through 2009, according to Conning Research.

A.M. Best downgraded National Financial Group, not National Life Group.

The Retirement Security for Life Act would halve taxes on annual income derived from retirement vehicles.

Draft proposal of bill also calls for establishment of a health care exchange.

Waukegan agent acknowledges forging certificates and pocketing premiums.

The acquisition represents the last significant step toward the insurer closing its investment agreement with Treasury.

Carriers and agents are taking advantage of technology offerings to improve their communication.

When it comes to claims processing, a little bit of software and an evolution of processes can make a huge difference for carriers.

Financial Instruments Reporting and Convergence Alliance coalition includes industry stakeholders from both life and property/casualty insurance groups.

Report: Financial crisis should spur insurers to take a new look at risk management.

NAIC chief gives mostly positive assessment of Obama Administration’s plan for reform, but concerns linger.

The recent economic hardships have compelled motorists across the pond to take their time when shopping online for auto insurance.

Look! Up in the sky! It’s a car! It’s a plane! How do we insure it?

Ratings agencies announce a number of ratings changes, including affirmations of New York Life and NYMAGIC Inc., and downgrades of National Financial Group and TIAA-CREF.

The study found that 56% of respondents who have health insurance are against, or are unsure how they feel about a government-operated health care plan.

In the first quarter, Sun Life's variable annuity sales rose 21.8% to $580.1 million.

With interest rates falling and the markets in a fingers-crossed recovery, executives and analysts expect demand for fixed annuities to start tapering off.