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Aon CEO Esser discusses abundant capital and capacity shifts in European reinsurance

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 18
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What happened

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Esser was appointed CEO of Reinsurance Solutions Germany at Aon plc on October 18, 2026. In a subsequent interview, Esser noted that the European market currently has abundant capital, which allows buyers to consider improving protection structures.

From intelligentinsurer.com

Why it matters

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Esser stated that supply is growing faster than demand across continental Europe, partly because inflation has eased and economic growth has slowed. This capacity shift gives buyers room to improve existing programs rather than solely seeking price reductions.

From intelligentinsurer.com

Who's involved

  • Aon plcAon plc is the company where Esser serves as CEO of Reinsurance Solutions Germany.
  • EsserEsser is the new CEO of Reinsurance Solutions Germany at Aon plc.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • EuropeSpeculative

    European insurers might adjust their pricing strategies or coverage structures due to the abundant market capacity.

  • Lloyd'sSpeculative

    Capacity providers like Lloyd's could see opportunities to broaden access to hybrid capital for smaller insurers.

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