AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWorkplace & Risk Coverage: CUPE is pushing a “stop the layoffs at WSIB” campaign as Ontario plans to close all nine Northern Ontario offices, including Sudbury, threatening about 460 jobs—an insurance-adjacent hit to workers who administer workplace safety benefits. Health Insurance Access: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reversed course on surgical mesh coverage for breast reconstruction after a year-long review, now calling certain meshes “medically necessary.” Ultra-Rare Drug Costs: The FDA approved Zanvastro for Alexander disease with a list price of $285,000 per dose (about $1.14m a year), spotlighting how coverage fights may intensify for high-cost therapies. Climate Finance: Singapore insurer Income Insurance committed about $528m to green and climate investments, targeting major emissions cuts and expanding EV-related coverage. Claims & Customer Service: Ghana’s Hollard won a customer care award for the third straight year, while NHIA reported GH¢281.66m in 2026 claims paid to health facilities. Market & Regulation: China plans $54b in state support to recapitalize insurers and lenders via special treasury bonds, signaling renewed focus on financial stability. Travel Insurance Timing: Experts warn travelers to buy before a hurricane is named, since named-storm claims may be unavailable later.
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