Economists look back to the Great Depression for clues on the scale of the economic crisis

Chief executive Thomas Buberl says different guidance between countries ‘difficult to accept’

UK insurers bow to regulatory pressure but L&G has said it would push ahead with payout

Industry expects a sharp decline in claims as drivers stay at home during coronavirus pandemic

Almost half of British companies have scrapped payouts in response to coronavirus

FCA warns failure to act could count against provider’s regulatory record

Sector faces existential moment as Trump wades into debate over Covid-19 claims

Move by UK group will put pressure on other insurers to follow suit 

Hiscox expects $150m of claims while Beazley expects to pay out $170m

As corporate insolvencies soar and firms try to hang on to their cash as long as possible, expect to hear a lot more about trade credit insurance.

Pandemic could dwarf other disasters such as Hurricane Katrina, John Neal says

Euler Hermes has written to some brokers, saying it will offer less support in the UK if the government does not agree to backstop trade credit insurers. 

Decision comes amid row between companies and insurers on what is covered under policies

If the courts rule against the UK-listed insurer, there will be a fresh flood of claims

Tesla’s decision to buy liability cover from Elon Musk instead of a traditional insurer comes after premiums shot up

Central banks repeatedly set the stage for the next boom and bust cycle, fuelled by growing debt

We need more and better surveys from across the globe to help us take the right course

Sensible and targeted state intervention can help capitalism to thrive post-crisis

You can enjoy flowers online that are past their best in the real world

Black journalist forced America to confront the evils of lynching

As global lockdowns boost streaming subscriptions, filming freezes spell trouble ahead

Cutting tuition fees is no longer realistic, but there are other ways to better support vital courses

Reducing pensioners to ‘old dears’ ignores their wisdom and physical vitality

Great value can be unearthed in some of the cheapest wines from impeccable producers

DIY investors and those in pensions drawdown scramble to adapt as stock markets plunge 

Former pensions minister says the crisis means greater flexibility is needed 

Those in pensions drawdown are at risk of  pound cost ravaging

Investors encouraged to take time before making any changes to their retirement plans

Sector across region hit by fears of panicked mass withdrawals due to pandemic

Provider cites coronavirus market turmoil for uncertainty over valuations

The Pensions Regulator and former minister Sir Steve Webb take part in online debate 

Judicial review sought over alleged breach of 2015 law, claiming cost benefits should go to scheme members

Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

UK lender is latest to warn coronavirus-induced economic disruption will hit its clients

Light touch checks on UK borrowers raise fears of defaults on loans and fraud

Former chancellor urges lenders to keep credit flowing and not just weather the storm

PwC’s finest scientific minds attempt to prove banks can exist in two states at once

Vietnam vet and old-school conservative whose friendships crossed the political aisle

Deft foreign policy and Gulf war victory defined his one term in office

She turned the agency into a diplomatic and moral force

British handbag maker’s value has plummeted 85% in past two years as turnround plan stalls

Yoox-Net-a-Porter and Paul Smith join list of brands that have suspended ecommerce sales

Consumers seeking quick cash unload designer bags, jewellery and luxury watches

Sportswear maker apologises but warns it cannot bear virus lockdown for long   

Luxury and beauty bellwethers predict gradual rebound once coronavirus shutdowns end

Cleaning products up, shaving items and make-up down in household goods group’s best quarter in years

Healthcare tech group chief calls estimate to deal with coronavirus ‘conservative’ as it boosts medical equipment production

Retailers are still replenishing stocks after panic buying ahead of coronavirus lockdowns

Coronavirus is highlighting more than the industry’s wasteful ways; its iniquitous supply chain is also in the spotlight

Sportswear maker warns sales could drop as much as 40% in second quarter