Moderating rates, expanding capacity, and disciplined underwriting are setting the 2026 tone for Property & Casualty Insurance. See what is shaping the year ahead in our P&C 2026 Forecast SlideShare.
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Moderating rates, expanding capacity, and disciplined underwriting are setting the 2026 tone for Property & Casualty Insurance. See what is shaping the year ahead in our P&C 2026 Forecast SlideShare.
Inside This Article: A recent analysis found that water and freezing damage claims comprised about 20% of small business insurance claims in 2025, compared to 15% in 2015. Fire continues to be the costliest type of loss, with average claim severity rising to approximately $80,000 in 2025, more than double 2015 levels, Risk & Insurance reported. Rising repair expenses, labor shortages,…
Key Takeaways The E&S P&C market is in a strong position, supported by disciplined underwriting and strong carrier appetite. The E&S marketplace has recorded 14 consecutive years of premium growth, with Casualty lines representing the majority of direct premiums written. Social inflation, nuclear verdicts, and litigation funding continue to influence underwriting and pricing decisions, while tort reform in select states is beginning to…
Inside This Article: A three-alarm fire at Baltimore’s historic “Castle on Keswick” building caused extensive water damage that destroyed wedding gowns and other property at Jill Andrews Gowns. The loss included client-owned items stored for fittings and alterations, raising concerns over who is financially responsible for damaged heirlooms. Commercial Property Insurance may not cover customers’ belongings, making specialized policies…
Whether it is a small storefront or a sprawling distribution center, every commercial property faces risks such as burst pipes, electrical fires, or storm damage that could disrupt operations and result in major financial setbacks. To learn how Commercial Property Insurance can help business owners protect their assets, we spoke with Barry Whitton, Managing Director, Broker, Property, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division,…
Flooding is the nation’s most frequent and expensive natural disaster, affecting property owners from coastal cities to inland towns alike. Even a few inches of water can cause catastrophic damage, disrupt operations, and leave homeowners and business owners facing massive repair expenses. To learn more about Flood Insurance and new products reshaping the marketplace, we spoke with Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product…
Key Takeaways: Commercial Auto remains challenging, with combined ratios above 100% and 55 consecutive quarters of rate increases keeping underwriting tight. Capacity is available but selective. Complete submissions, strong safety culture, and telematics can meaningfully improve pricing and options. Loss severity continues to rise due to inflation, nuclear verdicts, repair costs, supply-chain delays, and growing EV exposures. Enforcement of English-language proficiency rules intensified in 2025, worsening…
Gene’ Cain, Broker, Transportation, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, Atlanta, Georgia, breaks down why Commercial Auto rates continue climbing after 55 consecutive quarters, highlighting severity trends, supply chain delays, and emerging risks tied to electric vehicles. This insight from our recent Transportation webinar offers a clear look at the factors driving Physical Damage and Liability losses. https://vimeo.com/1145667389/a029430501?fl=ip&fe=ec