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March 26, 2026
Staying ahead in today’s insurance marketplace requires sharp insights and the right tools. The 2026 State of the Markets at a Glance deliver insights into key industry trends, emerging risks, and actionable intelligence to help you navigate the marketplace with confidence. Whether you’re assessing market shifts, identifying new opportunities, or fine-tuning your strategy, our latest insights ensure you stay informed and prepared for what is ahead.
February 23, 2026
What’s driving the next wave of construction, and how will it impact insurance? From multifamily housing to data centers and redevelopment in the West, the market is undergoing rapid shifts. CRC explores key trends, risks, and regional dynamics to help clients navigate the marketplace with confidence.
The E&S market remains stable in early 2026. However, it remains crucial that retail agents adhere to property submission best practices when pursuing optimal property coverage to meet their clients’ unique needs. These practices can help streamline placements and mitigate potential errors and omissions.
What would a move from Schedule I to Schedule III really mean for the cannabis industry and for insurance markets? As federal discussions continue, retail agents face rising questions from clients. This article explores the practical implications, limitations, and what retail partners should be doing right now.
Liquor liability insurance costs are skyrocketing, leaving bars, restaurants, and venues asking: Can we even afford to stay open? From South Carolina’s tough market to Alabama’s recent reforms, establishments nationwide struggle to secure coverage. Explore why costs keep climbing and how agents can help clients navigate this marketplace.
January 20, 2026
Are your homeowner clients unknowingly exposed to major coverage gaps? As premiums rise and natural disasters grow more severe, many are adjusting coverage without fully understanding the risks. Could scaling back mean scaling up financial vulnerability? Discover what agents need to know to help clients stay protected without compromising coverage.
Are hedge funds turning lawsuits into profit engines and pushing verdicts into the stratosphere? Third-party litigation funding (TPLF) is booming in the US, empowering longer, costlier cases and driving nuclear payouts. Discover how these trends reshape verdicts, social inflation, and insurance affordability.
When should excess insurers be notified of a claim? The answer isn’t always clear—but getting it wrong can cost coverage. From volatile jury awards to midterm policy changes, insureds face evolving risks. Learn the key timing, documentation, and policy nuances that help ensure claim notifications hit the mark.
Is construction casualty finally stabilizing, or are hidden risks still reshaping the market? From nuclear verdicts and litigation funding to inflation pressures and the surge of new capacity, contractors face both challenges and opportunities. What does this mean for your business, and how can you prepare for what’s next?
January 15, 2026
The REDY Index leverages CRC Group’s collection of actionable data—the wholesale industry’s largest. It provides critical pricing analysis monthly, giving you a snapshot of the marketplace. The REDY Index generates instant intelligence on pricing trends by industry or coverage, enabling our retail partners to set accurate data-driven expectations with their clients. Removing the guesswork empowers CRC team members to negotiate competitively, consistently producing better outcomes, better deliverables, and better results.