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The Connected PodcastTrump's tariffs won't just raise car prices, but auto insurance rates, experts sayWelcome to The Connected Podcast – your essential hub for discussions on the latest news and events reshaping the insurance ecosystem. Whether you're an industry insider or just curious about how global events are influencing insurance, this podcast offers deep insights into the intricate world of insurance and its interconnected web with other sectors. In our latest episode, we dive into the far-reaching impacts of US import tariffs on the automotive and insurance industries. With President Trump's insistence on maintaining high tariffs on vehicle imports, the US light-vehicle market faces significant repercussions. As of 2024, US light vehicle sale...2025-03-3111 min
No fluff. Just ideas. By FatAlphaHowden Joinery with Jeff GilbertMy guest is Jeff Gilbert, a forensic accountant and CPA. We discussed UK-listed Howden Joinery with the ticker HWDN. Subscribe so you don't miss any investment ideas discussed! Check out more investment ideas and links to YouTube and Apple Podcasts at fatalpha.com/podcast2025-03-181h 08The Connected PodcastCDI says "serious questions" over State Farm's financial conditionThe Connected Podcast: Navigating Change in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into significant shifts and challenges facing the insurance industry, particularly in response to climate change and evolving technologies. Our hosts explore how recent developments are reshaping the landscape and affecting various stakeholders, from policyholders to insurance carriers. Climate change is at the forefront, with California's wildfire crises prompting State Farm, the state's largest homeowners’ insurer, to propose a dramatic 22% rate hike. Such moves underscore the financial strain catastrophic events impose on insurers, spot...2025-02-0510 min
Fortune Favours The BraveThe Tangenty Tangents of Audit - the landscape of civil claims and risk mitigation strategiesIn the second of a two-part series Neil Williams of Howden is joined by guests Richard Highley and Julian Bug-Humfreys from DAC Beachcroft as well as Thomas Plewman from Brick Court Chambers to discuss audit reform and emerging trends in regulation. In this episode, we explore the current state of civil claims and discuss risk-mitigation strategies. If you missed the first in the series, find it here. 2025-01-2828 minFortune Favours The BraveThe Tangenty Tangents of Audit - navigating regulatory risks and the impact of AINeil Williams of Howden is joined by guests Richard Highley and Julian Bug-Humfreys from DAC Beachcroft as well as Thomas Plewman from Brick Court Chambers to discuss audit reform and emerging trends in regulation. Here we look at changing regulatory risks and explore how AI might impact the regulatory environment and look at emerging trends.2025-01-2830 min
Artemis Live - Insurance-linked securities (ILS), catastrophe bonds (cat bonds), reinsuranceEfficiently accessing returns in the Lloyd's & London market - Artemis London 2024 panel 1This episode features the first panel session of the day at our Artemis London 2024 conference, which was held on September 3rd.
It was our third in-person conference in London focused on catastrophe bonds, insurance-linked securities (ILS), alternative capital and reinsurance-linked investment trends.
The first panel of the day was titled "Efficiently accessing returns in the Lloyd's & London market."
Participants discussed the various ways that investors and allocators can access insurance and reinsurance-linked returns from the Lloyd's and London insurance marketplace.
Moderating the session was: Des Potter, Special Advisor, Lloyd's.
Joining...2024-12-1957 minFortune Favours The BraveThe Care Quality Commission and how their ratings impact insurance premiumsUnderstand the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the impact that their ratings system has on the insurance premiums of Care Home providers. Hosted by Richard Lawson, Senior Account Executive at Howden Health & Care.With the expertise of Becky Garnett Buchma, Managing Director at Fulcrum Care Consultancy, and Sabrina Meetaroo, Head of Risk and Claims at Howden Health & Care, we provide guidance to help care home providers navigate the challenges of a CQC inspection process.We discuss who the CQC are and examine the different ratings that a care home provider could receive from an inspection...2024-12-1227 minFortune Favours The BraveMastering Exit and Investment Strategies in a Shifting Market (part two)Master your firm's transition strategy as we dissect the world of exit and investment options for regulated firms. Hosted by Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden. With the expertise of Roderic Rennison, Catalysts LLP, and Alex Canham, Herrington Carmichael LLP, we look at how the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) intensified focus on consumer duty compliance is reshaping acquisition priorities. As we explore the shifting dynamics of the private equity market, Rennison and Canham shed light on the pivotal role of professional indemnity (PI) coverage amidst increasing regulatory scrutiny. With...2024-11-1932 minFortune Favours The BraveMastering Exit and Investment Strategies in a Shifting Market (part 1)Master your firm's transition strategy as we dissect the world of exit and investment options for regulated firms. Hosted by Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden. With the expertise of Roderic Rennison, Catalysts LLP, and Alex Canham, Herrington Carmichael LLP, we break down the shift from traditional exit paths to modern strategic options. Whether you're a retiring firm owner or looking to raise capital, this episode offers invaluable insights into navigating the current landscape of mergers and acquisitions in the financial advisory sector.We delve into the c...2024-11-1938 min
Thursday BreakfastBougainville Updates, State of the Climate 2024 Report, Labour Rights on Sleepover Shifts, Fighting Woolworths' FrameworkAcknowledgement of Country//Headlines// Vikki John on Tuesday Hometime//Jan Bartlett from Tuesday Hometime, spoke with longtime activist Vikki John with updates from Bougainville. Including, the Class Action against Rio Tinto (and subsidiary: Bougainville Copper Ltd.), as well as the 'Panguna Mine Legacy Impact Assessment' by Melbourne's Human Rights Law Centre. This November marks 5 years since Bougainvilleans cast their ballots in a non-binding referendum vote on independence. The referendum was a key part of the 2001 Peace Agreement that ended the war between Papua New Guinea and the Bougainville Revolutionary Army, which killed up to 20 000 people or 8-10% of the population, and...2024-11-0600 min
Talking BatTalking Conference with Neil Middleton & GuestsDuring the Bat Conservation Trust's National Bat Conference (Reading, Sept 2024) we had the pleasure of catching up with many old friends, & meeting some new ones. Here we have created a podcast which includes some of the many people we engaged with. Massive thanks to all, including the following podcast participants - in order of appearance, as follows:
Andrew Dobson/Lauren Dobson (Titley Scientific)
David Koller (Elekon AG - Switzerland)
Nigel Massen (Pelagic Publishing)
Naomi Webster/Andreia Correia da Costa (Bat Conservation Trust)
Ryan Smith/Katie Smith (Smith Robotics)
Martin Bailey (Wildlife & Countryside Services...2024-09-1841 min
BARC - The British Automobile Racing Club Audio News and InterviewsPaul Evans - The Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival - Sunday 22nd September 2024Pembrey Circuit will host the inaugural Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival on Sunday 22nd September 2024, exactly 31 years to the day since the late Brazilian F1 racing driver Ayrton Senna set the fastest lap around the home of Welsh motorsport.It was widely reported at the time that Senna broke the Pembrey lap record in 1988, less known however is that the team returned five years later to test a ‘stretched’ McLaren MP4/8B powered by a Lamborghini V12 engine. On this day Senna recorded an incredible time of 40.60 secs which remains the fastest lap around the Pembrey Circuit today. Pemb...2024-09-0611 minFortune Favours The BraveFinancial Advisers: Consumer Duty - Understanding the Regulatory Focus (part one)Join us as Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden, sits down with Keith Richards, Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Duty Alliance.Consumer duty is reshaping the financial landscape, and the Consumer Duty Alliance is at the forefront of this transformation. In our conversation, we unpack the shift towards client outcomes and the cultural changes necessary for financial firms to thrive in this new era. Keith sheds light on how these regulations demand clearer, more client-focused communication. For information on Howden's Financial and Risk Advisers team please visit our website and find out more about...2024-07-0244 minFortune Favours The BraveFinancial Advisers: Consumer Duty - Understanding the Regulatory Focus (part two)Join us as Chris Davies, Executive Director at Howden, sits down with Keith Richards, Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Duty Alliance, for part two of our deep dive into consumer duty. Resilience is key for regulated advice firms, and we'll uncover actionable insights on how they can safeguard against unintended financial pitfalls. Explore the crucial role of professional indemnity insurance and the responsibilities brokers have in keeping firms informed about policy changes. We’ll also delve into high-profile cases like the British Steel review and cover the impact of Brexit on regulatory initiatives.For in...2024-07-0226 minFortune Favours The BraveInsurers: Navigating the Perils of Bad Faith (part 3)Exploring bad faith claims: human error, the COVID-19 aftermath, and mitigation strategies. Join us with Hilary Harmsworth, alongside experts Sam Vardy and Scott Seaman, who explore these key themes for our final instalment of our series on bad faith.This episode uncovers the latest trends, from the intricate balancing act of addressing both liability and damages, to the heightened risk faced by commercial auto policies and care homes. Alongside this, we assess the sweeping impact of social inflation and economic changes on insurance lines.Beyond the trends, we dissect the implications of virtual...2024-07-0122 min
Fortune Favours The BraveClaims and complaints in the psychological world - part 3What's the real story behind the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) complaints process, and how has it evolved over the years?Welcome to the third, and final, episode of this mini-series about claims and complaints in the psychological world. Join us as we sit down with Max Ekstein from Arch Law to peel back the layers on how psychologists navigate the regulatory landscape and how complaints are meticulously handled. We take a deep dive into HCPC's hearings and appeals process, the investigating committee panels, and the difference between its and BACP's procedures.T...2024-06-2010 min