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EPISODE · Jul 15, 2024

Tue, 16th Jul 2024

from Insurance News Wrap · host Paige Estritori

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap with Paige Estritori, key developments from the Australian insurance industry were discussed. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruled in favour of a homeowner in a ground movement damage dispute, highlighting the critical role of independent reviews in claim settlements. The podcast also covered QBE's innovative improvements in claims handling after the 2022 floods, showcasing their dedication to efficient claims procedure and preparedness. The robust performance of the Australian dollar, credited to potential rate cuts from the US Federal Reserve, was also discussed, with Australians urged to opt for digital wallets over cash. Lastly, efforts for disaster resilience and affordability, such as the proposal of a one percent premium allocation towards a resilience fund by the Australian Consumers Insurance Advocacy, was underlined.

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap with Paige Estritori, key developments from the Australian insurance industry were discussed. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruled in favour of a homeowner in a ground movement damage dispute, highlighting the critical role of independent reviews in claim settlements. The podcast also covered QBE's innovative improvements in claims handling after the 2022 floods, showcasing their dedication to efficient claims procedure and preparedness. The robust performance of the Australian dollar, credited to potential rate cuts from the US Federal Reserve, was also discussed, with Australians urged to opt for digital wallets over cash. Lastly, efforts for disaster resilience and affordability, such as the proposal of a one percent premium allocation towards a resilience fund by the Australian Consumers Insurance Advocacy, was underlined.

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