insurance

The International Insurance Society (IIS) announced the finalists for the 2025 RGA Leaders of Tomorrow Award. These emerging leaders were selected for their research addressing key challenges in insurance and risk management. Finalists include Robin Huettemann (McKinsey), focusing on public-private partnerships for natural catastrophe resilience; Sulim Lee (AIA), exploring the role of human advisors in the age of AI; and Anne-Katherin Schirlitz (Gallagher Re), examining growth imperatives in reinsurance. They will present their research at the IIS Global Insurance Forum in Switzerland, where the 2025 RGA Leader of Tomorrow will be named.

Mercury Insurance is integrating XyloPlan’s building-level Wildfire Risk Scores, powered by Milliman’s PinPoint API, into its underwriting process. This data-driven approach moves beyond traditional hazard maps by simulating fire spread based on vegetation, terrain, and weather. The integration provides property-specific risk assessments, enabling more accurate pricing, tailored customer guidance, and proactive mitigation strategies. This partnership highlights the insurance industry’s growing trend towards utilizing advanced technologies for wildfire risk management in response to increasing frequency and intensity.

Kemper Corporation (KMPR) announced a $150 million accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement with Goldman Sachs, part of its $550 million authorization. The insurer believes shares are undervalued and the ASR demonstrates confidence in its business. Kemper will pay Goldman Sachs $150 million on August 14, 2025, receiving an initial 2,279,203 shares. The final number depends on the volume-weighted average price of Kemper’s stock. The ASR is expected to conclude within three months. Kemper is a specialized insurer with $13 billion in assets, serving 4.7 million policies.

The Hanover Insurance Group (THG) will release its Q2 financial results on July 30th after market close and host a webcast on July 31st at 10:00 a.m. ET via hanover.com. The company, a major U.S. property and casualty insurer, provides various coverage options for businesses and individuals.

TWFG’s CEO, Gordy Bunch, will present at the Morgan Stanley US Financials Conference on June 11, 2025, at 4 PM EDT. He’ll participate in a fireside chat, offering insights into TWFG’s strategic vision and growth. A live webcast will be available, with a replay accessible on TWFG’s website under the Investors section. This is a chance to learn about TWFG’s strategy in the insurance industry.