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July/August 2025
The Rise of Techufacturing
A technology-driven manufacturing revival is coming to welcoming states as Biden-era legislation and Trump’s tariff threats encourage domestic and foreign companies to build factories across the United States.
Features
Saving Nature Saves Money
Quantifying insurance savings derived from natural habitat protections and proper risk management has led to some novel policies with potential for replication.
Hedging Tariff Risk
Brokers offer scenario modeling and alternative working capital options for clients looking to get ahead of potential problems in their supply chain.
Thought Leaders
International Country Report
Germany: Looking Ahead with Confidence
In 2025, the country’s insurance market is trending toward consolidation and s...
No Rest for the Weary
The Trump administration has partially stayed federal mental health parity rules, but that doesn’t give health plans a free pass on compliance.
The Next Evolution of Group Captives
As risks grow more numerous and complex, group captives can transform themselves into specialty insurance providers.
The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same
As previous top buyers pull back on M&A volume, others are ready to take their place.
The Financial Risk Hiding in Plain Sight
Brokers can elevate their client advisory role by addressing the billing issues no one’s watching.
Until the Ink Dries
In hard-fought legislative battles on Capitol Hill, a lot can happen until the very last minute.
Brokers Poised to Guide Digital Defenses
As bundling cyber insurance with the right security products becomes more prevalent, clients need broker insights and expertise.
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Wanderlust
Leave the Coffee Shops Behind
The Pacific Northwest offers a world of nature beyond the big cities.
Colorado Requires Insurer Modeling to Apply Wildfire Mitigation
A new law requires insurers to incorporate property- or comm...
Economists Remain Dubious on Trump Trade Moves
Five economists weigh in on tariff strategy.
Corporate AI Plans Ignite a Boom in Data Centers
The data center construction market in North America is expected to grow to over $165 billion by 2030.