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Risk in Context Podcast: Global trends and innovations in transactional risk insurance

Economic uncertainty and financial challenges have contributed to shifts in the transactional market, with merger and acquisition activity across the globe slowing down in 2023 from the highs seen earlier in the decade.

02/27/2024 · 3 minute read

Economic uncertainty and financial challenges have contributed to shifts in the transactional market, with merger and acquisition activity across the globe slowing down in 2023 from the highs seen earlier in the decade. However, demand for transactional risk insurance has remained high as both buyers and sellers recognize the benefits of purchasing robust coverage for their transaction.

At the same time, increased competition among insurers has led to preferential pricing for transactional risk coverage. As they compete for premium dollars, insurers also are seeking to innovate and broaden their products.

In this episode of Risk in Context, Craig Schioppo, Marsh’s Global Head of Transactional Risks, talks to colleagues Craig Warnke, Martha Barajas, Hans Swolin, Leo Flindall, Kane Sim, and Haoren Fu about transactional risk trends across different regions. Each speaker shares advice for companies looking to manage their transactional risks throughout 2024 and beyond.

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Key takeaways

Strong demand for transactional risk insurance.

Despite a challenging M&A environment, 2023 saw continued interest in securing coverage for transactions across all regions.

Underwriting capacity remains plentiful.

New entrants to the market have contributed to ample capacity available for a smaller pool of transactions, leading insurers to invest in innovative products to remain competitive.

Many transactional risk insurance buyers saw competitive pricing.

A soft market cycle and increased competition among insurers have led to a buyer friendly environment, with overall lower prices and retentions and broadened coverage typically being offered. 

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