Verisk Analytics Stock Price, News & Analysis

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) has released its 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The report emphasizes Verisk's role in helping customers address climate-related challenges and transition to renewable energy. Key points include the company's philanthropic efforts, a focus on environmental stewardship, workforce diversity metrics, and partnerships with charitable organizations. Verisk aims to empower businesses and society with data-driven insights while fostering a culture of inclusion.

Wood Mackenzie has partnered with Canadian Solar to enhance its Lens® decision intelligence platform, aiming to optimize investment in utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects. This collaboration comes amid increasing international pressure to decarbonize energy systems. Lens® will integrate renewable and conventional power data, improving decision-making for investment strategies. Canadian Solar boasts a diversified platform with over 6.3 GWp of developed solar projects globally, enhancing the platform’s capabilities in the evolving energy landscape.

Verisk (VRSK) announces its Health Risk Rating Tool will be utilized by AXA Tianping to enhance health insurance underwriting in China. The tool, integrated into AXA's Intelligent Medical Acceptance Tool (IMPACT), automates assessments of pre-existing conditions, enabling real-time underwriting decisions. This marks a significant advancement in simplifying the coverage process for conditions previously challenging to insure. The tool leverages extensive historical claims data to refine risk evaluations, aiming to expand access to health insurance for those with manageable risks.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) will announce its fiscal first quarter results for the period ending March 31, 2022, on May 3, 2022, after market close. The financial details will be available on their investor website. A live audio webcast to discuss these results is scheduled for May 4, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. EST. Interested parties can listen via webcast or dial-in. A replay will be available for 30 days post-event. Verisk, a global data analytics leader, supports industries including insurance and financial services with predictive analytics solutions.

Verisk's collaboration with the Child Support Lien Network (CSLN) and the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) is set to enhance automated matching for life insurers. This initiative aims to streamline the process of matching claim settlements with outstanding child support obligations, addressing the over $114 billion in overdue payments in the U.S. With many states now mandating this matching process, Verisk leverages its extensive database to assist insurers in compliance, improving efficiency while minimizing manual interventions.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) has established the Verisk Climate Advisory Council to enhance its climate change solutions. This council, comprising leading climate experts, will provide strategic guidance to improve Verisk's extreme event models and research on climate change. Members include Dr. Cindy Bruyère, Dr. Henk Dijkstra, Dr. Kenneth E. Kunkel, and Dr. Park Williams. Their expertise aims to ensure Verisk's products reflect the latest scientific insights, helping clients manage risks related to climate and weather extremes.

Wood Mackenzie will host the European Power & Renewables Conference on April 2, 2022, amidst volatile energy prices and rising geopolitical risks. The hybrid event will gather leaders from EDF Energy, Renewable Energy Institute, and Société Générale, focusing on the renewable sector's evolution to meet emission reduction targets. Key themes include the impact of 'Fit for 55', future solar mapping, and the economic transition for offshore wind. Participants can engage directly with experts and fellow attendees in tailored breakout sessions.

On March 23, 2022, Verisk Extreme Event Solutions reported insured property losses from the March 16 M7.3 earthquake near Honshu, Japan, estimated between JPY 240 billion (~USD 2 billion) and JPY 490 billion (~USD 4 billion). Commercial and industrial properties account for JPY 50 billion (~USD 400 million) to JPY 100 billion (~USD 820 million) of these losses. The earthquake caused significant infrastructure disruptions, affecting over 1,150 buildings and leading to power outages and supply chain interruptions, particularly in the automotive and paper sectors. Verisk's earthquake model forecasts assess future event risks based on historical seismic activity.