Geopolitical instability, nat cat losses top re/insurer worries: Swiss Re

Geopolitical instability, social tensions, economic uncertainty and rising losses from natural catastrophes remain the biggest concerns for insurers and reinsurers as the industry ponders 2025, while protectionist trade policies also remain a worry.

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