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5 November 2023Insurance

E&S lines remain profitable, but pressure on rates is inevitable

The US excess and surplus lines (E&S) market is projected to see another year of underwriting profitability, according to Fitch Ratings—but new entrants and capacity entering the market on the back of this will inevitably put some pressure on rates and influence the competitive landscape.

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