October 1, 2026

Insurance

Insurance

The Baldwin Insurance Group (NASDAQ:BWIN) versus QDM International (OTCMKTS:QDMI) Head to Head Comparison

QDM International (OTCMKTS:QDMI – Get Free Report) and The Baldwin Insurance Group (NASDAQ:BWIN – Get Free Report) are both medical companies, but which is the superior business? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their analyst recommendations, profitability, risk, institutional ownership, valuation, dividends and earnings. Profitability This table compares QDM International

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China’s extreme weather raises alarm about the country’s disaster insurance gaps

As more frequent extreme weather events, induced by climate change, are expected to become the “new norm”, insurers need to develop innovative insurance products that can effectively respond to these risks, she said. FILE PHOTO: A drone view shows flooded areas along an overflowing river following heavy rainfall in Pingjiang county of Yueyang, Hunan province,

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Auto theft driving up insurance rates

Auto theft is driving insurance rates higher — not just for consumers but auto dealers as well. The thefts are impacting not only auto dealers in Michigan but dealerships nationwide as well, an issue National Automobile Dealers of Metro Detroit and the Michigan Auto Dealers Association are facing head on. We see the seriousness of

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Otonomi expands parametric cargo insurance to more modes

Otonomi, a managing general agent (MGA) insurtech startup offering parametric insurance for supply chain disruptions, is building on a $3.4 million capital investment in September 2022 to further develop its offerings and add to the distribution modes it covers. ATX Venture Partners, Bering Waters Ventures, Greenlight Re Innovations, and GSR Ventures made the initial investment,

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Editorial: Federal flood insurance remains a vexing problem | Our Views

Louisiana is buried so deep under the current property insurance crisis that it’s possible to forget that flood insurance remains a daunting challenge as well. U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy took to the Senate floor recently to remind his colleagues of this. We’re glad he’s keeping a spotlight on the issue and working to wrangle a

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Boomer Can’t Retire With Cancer; Needs Insurance, Job, Social Security

Angle down icon An icon in the shape of an angle pointing down. Mary, not pictured, doesn’t think she’ll ever be able to retire. SDI Productions/Getty Images Mary, a 68-year-old, must keep working after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. She faces reduced Social Security benefits because her previous employer paid into a pension. Older Americans increasingly

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How to deal with ‘hard markets’ with your insurance

D.J. Bettencourt  |  Guest Columnist When it comes to insurance, consumers typically focus on the monthly premiums they pay, but oftentimes many of us will neglect to read our policies until we really need them. It’s natural that we don’t want to consider the unpleasant things in life, like illness or accidents, until they occur.

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South Bend teen has tax prep business, sells insurance, plans much more

Editor’s note: For five weeks, we are profiling two young people each week who are making a difference in the South Bend region. Whether they are already in the spotlight or escaping much public attention for their efforts, these young people are putting in the work to make their neighbors’ lives better. Check them out

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How a passenger covered her $5K+ infirmary bill

How to find the best price, perks when booking a cruise Find the cruise that works for your budget with these tips. Problem Solved Travel insurance is a must for cruises, as medical bills can be high. Even a low level of travel insurance can cover medical bills from your ship. If you opt for

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New Plan From Insurance Commissioner Hopes to Attract Insurance Companies Back to the State | Local News

Homeowners struggling to obtain fire insurance may have relief on the horizon as lawmakers work to bring insurance companies back to California. In recent years, many insurance companies have begun canceling policies across California, blaming a mix of climate change, extreme weather, and rising costs. “This is the worst I’ve seen it since 1994 and

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