AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRegulatory Scrutiny: Los Angeles County is investigating Farmers Insurance’s handling of Eaton and Palisades fire claims, alleging delays, underpayments, denials, and refusals to cover living expenses and hazardous-substance testing/remediation. IPO Watch: CVC-backed Bamboo Insurance Services filed for a U.S. IPO targeting up to $700M and a valuation up to about $3.24B, pricing expected Sept. 22. Health Insurance Costs: Mercer projects employer health costs rising 8.2% in 2027, with many firms planning premium hikes that will hit workers’ paychecks. ACA Enrollment Drop: Michigan saw about 130,789 fewer people enrolled on ACA marketplaces after federal premium subsidies expired, a 27% decline. Climate & Flood Risk: Plymouth, Massachusetts is building a local model to estimate how resiliency upgrades could change insurance costs and reduce sea-level risk. Shipping Risk: Iran expanded threats to insurance/P&I/class societies tied to Strait of Hormuz transits, adding more named vessels to its blacklist. Consumer Guidance: FEMA reminded Indiana storm survivors that assistance isn’t a substitute for insurance and outlined displacement, lodging, and rental support options. Market/Policy Mechanics: American Coastal Insurance restructured its managing agency agreement with AmRisc, removing a fixed expiration date.
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