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London's Marine Insurers Price In a Stronger Pound
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London's Marine Insurers Price In a Stronger Pound

Premiums for hulls and cargoes are written in dollars. Underwriters, brokers and offices in the City are paid in pounds. A firmer sterling has quietly raised the price of cover, including the war-risk premium on a single transit.

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