Insurance Flashcards
two types of insurance that developed
- marine insurance
- fire insurance
when were these types of insurance developed
- marine insurance; well established in the 17th century however a developed industry did not appear till after 1688
- fire insurance, began in Germany 1623, increased in 1666/67. boom in 17th century
marine insurance
financial coverage provided against risks to shipping, including loss for theft of a ship or damage to cargo
how did marine insurance help the economy
provided safety net for overseas trade
fire insurance
the fire office 1681 and the friendly society in 1683 were set up
coverage on damages caused by a fire
how did insurance help the economy
Insurance enables to mitigate loss, financial stability and promotes trade and commerce activities those results into economic growth and development. Thus, insurance plays a crucial role in sustainable growth of an economy.
How did the great fire on London affect insurance?
Increased use of insurance
1667 act to rebuild city increased insurance use