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Forget Hurricanes— This Is Now the World's Most Expensive Natural Disaster, and It's Already Hitting American Homeowners

Jul 28, 2026 · 08:13 AM ET· updated 2h ago
Forget Hurricanes— This Is Now the World's Most Expensive Natural Disaster, and It's Already Hitting American Homeowners

Severe convective storms overtook hurricanes as the costliest insured natural disaster in 2025, according to a First Street study.

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Severe storms with heavy winds and hail are now costing people more money than hurricanes do. When you look at insurance companies' stocks, watch to see if their costs keep climbing—that helps you understand if they're under pressure.

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