Wells Fargo Securities News

AXIS Exits Property Reinsurance to Focus on Specialty; Leadership Team Restructured

AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd. announced it has completed the shift of AXIS Re from property reinsurance to focus instead on casualty, specialty, accident and health, and credit lines. With the refocus of AXIS Re, AXIS Re CEO Steve Arora will …

While Aon and Willis Were Focused on Merger, Marsh Attracted Producer Talent

While Aon and Willis Towers Watson were trying for many months to land their merger, their competitors were able lure away some of their producer talent โ€“ capitalizing on the “distraction and uncertainty” that existed for both brokers. Aon’s proposed …

Chubb ‘Disappointed’ in Hartford’s Rejection of Merger Offer, Talks

Global insurer Chubb Ltd. today issued a statement that it is “disappointed that The Hartford chose not to engage in discussions regarding a strategic business combination.” However, the disappointed insurer said it will continue to seek opportunities for acquisitions. Chubb’s …

Aon Reverses Salary Cuts Implemented in May for Most Employees

Aon will end the salary cuts implemented in May as a response to the economic uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective July 1, Aon will end the salary cuts and repay colleagues for the lower pay, although a 50% …