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SEC Warns GE of Possible Securities Violations in Its Insurance Accounting

General Electric said on Tuesday it has received a notice from U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff, warning that the company could face a civil action for possible violations of securities laws related to accounting practices for some of its …

Insurers’ Earnings Volatility Tied to Equities Accounting Change

Many insurers and reinsurers are facing some earnings volatility in 2018 due to a change in accounting requirements for equity securities, Fitch Ratings said in new market commentary. According to Fitch, companies with significant equity investments are particularly affected in …

P/C Insurers Question Need for Insurance Accounting Overhaul

The biggest overhaul of insurance accounting in 30 years advanced a step on Thursday with the release of a proposal that some insurers fear could make their profits more volatile. In a move to align financial statements worldwide, the U.S. …