QBE Insurance

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QBE Insurance Group Limited is an Australian-based general insurance and reinsurance company. It is one of the largest global insurers, with operations in 27 countries. The company is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and is headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales.

History

QBE Insurance was founded in 1886 as the North Queensland Insurance Co. In 1921, it merged with the Bankers' and Traders' Insurance Company Limited, and in 1959, it merged with the Equitable Probate and General Insurance Co. Ltd. The name QBE was derived from the initials of these three companies: Queensland Insurance, Bankers' and Traders', and Equitable.

Operations

QBE operates through three main divisions:

• QBE Australia Pacific
• QBE International
• QBE North America

Each division offers a range of insurance products, including property, motor, marine, aviation, and liability insurance. QBE also provides reinsurance services.

Products and Services

QBE Insurance offers a wide array of insurance products and services, including:

• Property insurance
• Motor insurance
• Marine insurance
• Aviation insurance
• Liability insurance
• Workers' compensation
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Travel insurance
• Reinsurance

Corporate Governance

QBE Insurance Group Limited is governed by a Board of Directors, which includes a mix of executive and non-executive directors. The company adheres to high standards of corporate governance and ethical conduct.

Financial Performance

QBE Insurance is a publicly traded company on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol QBE. The company regularly publishes its financial performance, including annual and quarterly reports, which detail its revenue, profit margins, and other key financial metrics.

Community Involvement

QBE is committed to corporate social responsibility and is involved in various community initiatives. The company supports numerous charitable organizations and participates in programs aimed at improving social welfare and environmental sustainability.

See Also

• Insurance in Australia
• List of insurance companies in Australia
• Reinsurance
• Australian Securities Exchange
• Corporate governance