Market Brief
Growth in Catastrophe Bonds and Leadership Changes
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Market Memo
Swiss Re has appointed Hazel Etherington as Head of Underwriting for Life & Health in Hong Kong and Taiwan, aiming to enhance its High Net Worth business. Meanwhile, Chilean pension funds are increasingly allocating to catastrophe bonds, indicating a growing institutional interest in insurance-linked securities. Additionally, CCRIF has raised its coverage by 9% to $1.57 billion, reflecting significant growth in its Caribbean and Central American portfolios.
Today's developments align with a broader trend of increasing institutional interest in catastrophe bonds and proactive risk management strategies in the region. This week has seen a notable focus on leadership changes and market expansions, particularly in the ILS sector.