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Hurricane Milton could cost insurers up-to $100 billion
Hurricane Milton devastation has been a giant event for insurers – and reinsurance.
Florida is counting the cost of Hurricane Milton, after the storm tore through the US state. Some estimates suggest it could top $100 billion. Rob Young talks to the state's chief financial officer – one of the most senior figures alongside the Governor - and asks how insurers will cope.
We'll also hear why the French government's latest attempt at cutting the nation's high level of borrowing has been met with controversy.
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