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QBE benefits from early reinsurance renewal as it restructures placement

11th December 2018

Australian and global primary insurance and reinsurance group QBE said it has benefited from favourable terms and better pricing by getting to market early with its 2019 reinsurance renewal. The insurer said that by hitting the market early it has been able to achieve lower pricing, avoiding any uptick in market ... Read the full article

QBE rationalises reinsurance, saves $350m+, makes greater use of Equator Re

17th August 2017

Australian headquartered insurance and reinsurance group QBE has rationalised its reinsurance spend in 2017, saving over $350 million so far as it restructured its program and made greater use of its Equator Re captive reinsurer. QBE has recognised annualised reinsurance cost savings of over $350 million, thanks to premium rate reductions, ... Read the full article