It’s funny how things go around and come around again. For years, I’ve been bemused why banks cannot merge and be successful across borders. There have been almost zero European bank mergers of any size that are cross-border and the few that exist – Santander, Unicredit, Nordea to name a few – have all found … Read more
Apartment building insurance plays a vital role in the protection of buildings from various risks. California is known for its good weather, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cities. However, it is also subject to natural catastrophes such as earthquakes, fires, and floods. These risks can threaten the stability of the apartment buildings and the financial investments … Read more
By Lewis Nibbelin, Contributing Writer, Triple-I Natural catastrophe perils’ rising frequency and severity may be impossible to fully abate, but Nationwide Property & Casualty Insurance Co. President and CEO Mark Berven believes modern building codes could dramatically reduce their costly destructiveness. In a recent article for PropertyCasualty360, Berven wrote that inconsistent building codes create alarming … Read more
How much to charge for financial advice is rarely a decision made lightly. A firm’s pricing strategy often reflects both the local market (or niche-related) norms – such as the nearly-ubiquitous 1%. Others may align with broader industry trends, like transitioning to fee-only structures to buffer against market volatility. Still others may choose a hybrid … Read more
Vietnam and Malaysia have upgraded diplomatic ties and pledged to deepen their cooperation on the South China Sea dispute ahead of a second Donald Trump administration in the US and rising maritime tensions between Beijing and Manila. The elevation in ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership – announced last week during Vietnamese Communist Party chief … Read more
