| Coverage Type | Trend | Range |
|---|---|---|
| D&O - Primary Publicly Traded |  |
–3% to Flat |
| D&O - Excess Publicly Traded | |
–5% to Flat |
| D&O - Private | |
–5% to Flat |
| Asset Managers D&O/E&O (excluding Private Equity) | |
–5% to Flat |
| Bankers Professional Liability (BPL) |  |
Flat to +10% |
| Insurance Company Professional Liability (ICPL) | |
Flat to +10% |
| Fintech D&O/E&O | |
–10% to Flat |
The financial lines marketplace for financial institutions (FI) remains competitive and stable, with continued rate softening across most segments — especially D&O and E&O for asset managers. In contrast, ICPL and BPL are seeing upward pressure due to adverse loss development and heightened regulatory scrutiny. Competition is ramping up for Q4 2025 renewals as insurers push to meet year-end growth targets, driving more aggressive pricing and broader coverage for well-performing risks.
The Trump administration’s deregulatory agenda is reshaping oversight, easing federal enforcement and fueling M&A activity, particularly among regional banks. However, state regulators are stepping up scrutiny around consumer protection, privacy and AI risks. While trade policies have had limited direct impact on financial lines, increased economic volatility and shifting cross-border regulations are contributing to greater underwriting scrutiny — especially for globally exposed firms.
WTW hopes you found the general information provided here informative and helpful. The information contained herein is not intended to constitute legal or other professional advice and should not be relied upon in lieu of consultation with your own legal advisors. In the event you would like more information regarding your insurance coverage, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. In North America, WTW offers insurance products through licensed entities, including Willis Towers Watson Northeast, Inc. (in the United States) and Willis Canada Inc. (in Canada).
