Insurers retreat from hurricane risk across the eastern seaboard
Homeowners from New York to Cape Cod receive cancellation notices as major insurers pull back on policies in coastal counties and near saltwater, citing the need to protect against future storms after Katrina. Experts warn that high replacement values and potential for a single large event threaten nationwide exposure.
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Vaccine makers project record flu season output
Vaccine makers expect to produce about 100 million doses for the coming flu season. Public health officials push demand to keep supply strong for a potential flu pandemic and worry manufacturers may cut production if uptake remains low.
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Insurers Weathering Storm Wrath Amid Rising Profits
Insurance firms saw profits climb over the past two years despite record hurricanes. The report highlights events such as Hugo in 1989, Ivan in 2004, Charley in 2004, and other costly storms, noting the scale of losses and industry resilience.
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