Survey Reveals Loss of Trust but High Expectations for US-German Partnership

“The State of Trust and the US-German Partnership: A Transatlantic Survey” conducted in March 2024 finds Americans and Germans are less confident in the partnership and its future than they were two years ago. Trade, common interests, and military alliance remain bedrocks of transatlantic partnership’s foundation.

How savers fared: strategies and outcomes across the Euro zone

A new report from Allianz Research compares the saving strategies of households across countries and generations in the euro zone to see how savers fared. European savers have emerged from the crises of the last two decades in surprisingly good shape, almost doubling their financial assets.

AGCS to focus on U.S. Large Corporate and Specialty insurance with sale of U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment businesses to Arch Insurance North America

Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE (‘AGCS’) to sell its Fireman’s Fund insurance businesses in the United States to Arch Insurance North America for total transaction value of $1.4 billion / AGCS will continue to leverage its competitive advantages in the strategically important U.S. insurance market through its Large Corporate and Specialty business as part of its Allianz Commercial strategy

Baltimore bridge collapse and shipping safety

The tragic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in the US after it was hit by a container ship, the Dali, has made headlines around the world. In this Q&A, Allianz Commercial Global Head of Marine Risk Consulting, Captain Rahul Khanna, who sailed on oil tankers and bulk carriers for 14 years, explains that while such incidents are thankfully rare, the fact that ships are getting bigger can make a number of different events more complicated when they do occur. (Photo source: https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/baltimore/news/fbi-baltimore-statement-on-francis-scott-key-bridge-collapse)

Lights, camera, action: Navigating the economic landscape

Delve into Allianz Research's new Economic Outlook for 2024-25, presenting a detailed analysis of the global economy's trajectory. This report offers a glimpse into anticipated growth rates, the strategic direction of central banks, and the evolving dynamics of global trade. With emerging markets at a crossroads and inflationary pressures under scrutiny, discover the key factors poised to influence economic trends. Gain essential insights into the unfolding economic landscape.

Americans Reducing Retirement Savings and Taking on Debt Due to Inflation

Allianz Life study finds ongoing inflation is hampering Americans ability to prepare for their financial future, but many are optimistic inflation will subside.

Sustainability will be treated like finance and we need all our employees to work on it

Publishing a sustainability report is business as usual. What makes it special this year and how does it relate to the Free Share offer and sustainability training for Allianz employees globally? We spoke with Renate Wagner, Member of the Board of Management of Allianz SE responsible for Asia Pacific, Mergers & Acquisitions, People and Culture, and Günther Thallinger, Member of the Board of Management of Allianz SE, Investment Management, Sustainability.

Allianz SE extends contracts of Board Members Sirma Boshnakova and Günther Thallinger

The Supervisory Board of Allianz SE has extended the mandates of Allianz SE Board of Management Members Sirma Boshnakova, 52, responsible for the Group’s insurance businesses in Western & Southern Europe, Allianz Direct and Allianz Partners, and Günther Thallinger, 52, responsible for Investment Management and Sustainability, through December 2029, subject to customary regulatory approvals.

Allianz completes the acquisition of Tua Assicurazioni in Italy

Allianz S.p.A. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Tua Assicurazioni S.p.A. from Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. for a consideration of 280 million euros. The acquisition was initially reported on October 12, 2023.