Moody’s executive James Eck dies unexpectedly aged 55

Moody’s executive James Eck has died unexpectedly of a heart attack on May 7, 2026, aged 55.

Eck had spent more than two decades at Moody’s Investors Service, joining the company in September 2001 and building a distinguished career as a credit analyst focused on US and Bermuda-based specialty insurers, reinsurers and financial guarantors. He most recently served as vice president and senior credit officer. Prior to joining Moody’s, he worked at Aon Capital Markets as Associate director, specialising in structured and marketed insurance-linked securities.

According to a statement shared with Intelligent Insurer, Eck died while travelling for business.

A Moody’s spokesperson said: “James was a cherished colleague who embodied our values every day he came to work. He leaves a lasting impact in the Moody’s community, and our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.”

Eck was well known across the insurance and reinsurance market and regularly engaged with Intelligent Insurer during industry events, including Monte Carlo Rendez-Vous season.

He is survived by his wife and three children.

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