Allstate expects $1.1 billion in losses from Los Angeles fires
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Allstate anticipates a pre-tax loss of $1.1 billion due to the recent Los Angeles fires, marking it as one of the most costly disasters for insurers. Despite this significant loss, Allstate's quarterly net income rose by 30% to $1.9 billion, thanks in part to a robust reinsurance program and a strategic reduction in market share since 2007. Meanwhile, Chubb Ltd. projects losses of $1.5 billion from the fires, while State Farm General seeks emergency rate hikes after sustaining considerable claims, reflecting the challenging environment for insurers operating in wildfire-prone areas.
Allstate reported a projected loss of $1.1 billion from the Los Angeles fires, highlighting its comprehensive reinsurance strategy and adjusted market share as key factors.
Chubb Ltd. estimates its losses from the fires will reach around $1.5 billion, emphasizing the significant financial repercussions for insurers involved in high-value home coverage.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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