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Mar 15, 2023

In a new macroeconomic environment marked by high inflation and slow economic growth, insurers have a special role to play in loss prevention and reduction. The industry must evolve to effectively meet customer needs in the new world.

Mar 14, 2023

In this op-ed, Andreas Wimmer, a Member of the Board of Allianz SE, writes about the evolution of old-age provision in Germany and why an equity pension system - the so-called Swedish model - might fall short of what is really needed. 

Mar 10, 2023

Allianz to operate its Mid-Corporate and Large-Corporate insurance businesses under one strategy and market approach • New global model will cover the full commercial segment and leverage local market footprint to drive execution • Clients and distribution partners to benefit from more consistent interface and broader set of solutions 
Company
Remote work need not stop at the border

Allianz has embraced the flexibility of cross-border remote work as part of its new Ways of Working. Today, employees are eligible to work up to 25 days per year from outside their country of employment. Olaf Kliesow, Head of Global Reward, Performance and Mobility, explains what makes working remotely across borders both an achievement and a valuable benefit.

Allianz Trade announces CEO leadership change

Allianz Trade, the world leader in trade credit insurance, announces today that Aylin Somersan Coqui, currently Group Chief Risk Officer of Allianz SE, will become CEO and Chairperson of the Board of Management of Allianz Trade. This change is subject to regulatory approval, and follows the departure of Clarisse Kopff, who has decided to pursue a new leadership role outside of Allianz as of November 30, 2022.

CEO Oliver Bäte is “Personality of the Year” in German Diversity Award

The award represents Allianz`s unwavering engagement and our CEO's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I).

Studies
Drivers are too distracted by modern technology

A recent Allianz report finds that driver distraction due to modern technology has increased significantly. Distractions caused by using modern technology while driving increase the risk of accidents by 50 percent. Findings show that texting has ousted talking on the phone as the main cell phone offense, and driver monitoring is opposed by a majority.

States of Mind Health Report: Lack of awareness about chronic diseases risks adding to healthcare costs

Allianz Partners’ States of Mind Health Report reveals three mindset shifts required to achieve better outcomes within healthcare systems.

Allianz Risk Barometer 2023

The 12th edition of the Allianz Risk Barometer identifies the most important corporate concerns for 2023, ranked by 2,712 risk management experts from a record 94 countries and territories.

Financials
Allianz reports record operating profit

Operating profit jumps 5.7 percent to 14.2 billion euros.

Operating profit grows by 7.4 percent to 3.5 billion euros in 3Q

The Group confirms the full-year outlook.

Allianz SE resolves on new share buy-back program with a volume of up to 1 billion euros

Allianz SE has resolved on a new share buy-back program. The volume of such new program will amount to up to 1 billion euros.

Commitment
Allianz extends partnership with FC Bayern and launches financial coaching offer for female athletes

Long-standing, successful partnership between Allianz and FC Bayern Munich extended for another ten years • Allianz launches the first personalized and free financial coaching initially for women aged 18 to 22 who are on the way to becoming professional athletes • Current Allianz survey: financial barriers are still the main reason why women do not pursue their dream job

33 facts for 33 years: Allianz's partnership with FC Bayern Munich

Since Allianz and FC Bayern Munich laid the foundation for their partnership in 2000, the insurance group has become not only a sponsor, but also a platinum partner and even a shareholder in the German record champion. Now, with the extension of the contract through 2033, we present 33 facts about the successful partnership.

Helping and reuniting victims and families: on the ground as One Allianz in Turkey

In the immediate aftermath of the earthquakes, medical and assistance teams dispatched by Allianz Turkey and Allianz Partners Turkey scoured the affected areas to aid those being rescued from the rubble.

Business
Allianz to invest in 960MW offshore wind farm He Dreiht in the German North Sea

Allianz will acquire a 16.6% stake in He Dreiht which is Allianz´s first direct investment in an offshore wind farm project in Germany • He Dreiht will be one of the largest offshore wind farms in Germany and is expected to start operations end of 2025 • Upon completion He Dreiht can supply 1.1 million households with clean energy

Shock to the system: Insurance’s role in absorbing the impact of inflation

In a new macroeconomic environment marked by high inflation and slow economic growth, insurers have a special role to play in loss prevention and reduction. The industry must evolve to effectively meet customer needs in the new world.

Andreas Wimmer: The Swedish model is insufficient when it comes to old-age provision in Germany

In this op-ed, Andreas Wimmer, a Member of the Board of Allianz SE, writes about the evolution of old-age provision in Germany and why an equity pension system - the so-called Swedish model - might fall short of what is really needed.

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