Insurance

May 25, 2023

Allianz CEO: "The debt problem is shifting to core Europe"

In an interview with the Neue Zürcher Zeitung, Oliver Bäte delved into a wide range of topics, from the challenges within the banking sector to the short and long-term implications of inflation on the insurance industry. He also spoke about the impact of changing interest rates on Allianz’s financial performance and discussed potential models for the future success of Germany’s economy.

May 24, 2023

Leadership appointments for Allianz Commercial in Iberia and Latin America

Agustín de la Cuerda appointed as Commercial Managing Director for Iberia, and David Colmenares as Commercial Managing Director for Latin America. • Allianz Commercial provides one face to the market in each region, covering the full Commercial segment for both mid-sized and large companies under a single Managing Director. • Clients and distribution partners to benefit from simple access to wide range of solutions under the new global ‘Allianz Commercial’ business model.

Apr 03, 2023

Insurance protects when things fall apart

Ours is a turbulent age of civil commotion, looting, political instability, strike riots and war becoming a common theme. One driving factor behind the turmoil is increasing social inequality.

Mar 31, 2023

Allianz appoints leadership for Allianz Commercial key markets

Allianz Commercial leaders confirmed for Australia, France, Germany and the United Kingdom • Each leader serves as one face to the market in each country, covering the full Commercial segment for both mid-sized and large companies • Clients and distribution partners to benefit from more consistent interface and broader set of solutions under the new global model

Mar 15, 2023

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.

Mar 14, 2023

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.

Mar 10, 2023

Allianz to serve global commercial insurance segment as one go-to-market business

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

Mar 09, 2023

“We have to design and construct our buildings fully in accordance with the seismic design code.”

Ceyhun Eren is Director of Allianz Teknik and Risk Engineering at Allianz Sigorta A.Ş. in Türkiye. In this interview, he talks about Allianz's earthquake research and what can be done to mitigate earthquake damage.

Feb 28, 2023

Five Questions about Cost of Living with Andy Jobst

What exactly is the current situation with the cost of living in Europe? Is everything really getting more expensive? And what can businesses and households do to tackle inflation and manage higher food prices? Andreas Jobst, Head of Macroeconomic and Capital Market Research Allianz SE, provides clarity on the topic of currency devaluation and price increases, while also giving us an outlook for the rest of the year.

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