As we look toward 2026, the U.S. casualty market continues to challenge agents with underwriting discipline, rate pressure, and careful risk selection remaining key themes across many segments.
RPS recently released its 2026 U.S. Casualty Market Outlook, offering insight into where the market is headed and what agents should be preparing for in the coming year.
The report highlights ongoing trends affecting casualty placements, including the continued focus on loss history, pricing adequacy, and account quality.
This outlook is particularly relevant for agents working with larger fleets, complex commercial risks, and casualty-heavy accounts where carrier appetite and underwriting scrutiny remain tight.
Agents looking to stay ahead of market expectations will find actionable perspective and planning considerations in the full report.