When we think of predictive analytics in insurance, perhaps it calls to mind weather risks, earthquake exposures or other types of disasters, but newly-reported research indicates that a form of predictive analytics will be of great use to health insurers, who should be able to geographically localize the spread of diseases, and in turn, better assess health risks.

This Swiss Re report examines the private insurance pricing and risk selection process, risk selection and the regulatory environment, and evidence-based ratings and their application.

Scottish Re Group Ltd. says it is unwinding a securitization deal and implementing a merger that should provide liquidity for ordinary shareholders.

Analysis from Gen Re.