Heatwave Puts Insurance Companies Under Pressure

France is experiencing its third heatwave in under two months, causing widespread disruptions including event cancellations and increased strain on agriculture. The heatwave has already cost the insurance sector 1.7 billion euros in 2025, a 15% increase over the previous decade. Insurance companies are now factoring in extreme weather events more heavily when setting prices.

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