AM Best
AM Best is an American credit rating agency headquartered in Oldwick, New Jersey, that focuses on the insurance industry. It asseses the creditworthiness of and/or reports on over 16,000 insurance companies worldwide.
See below for the Latest AM Best News, Analysis, Profit Results, Share Price Information, and Commentary.
Japanese non-life insurers navigate uncertainty despite stable outlook: AM Best
Japanese non-life insurers navigate uncertainty despite stable outlook: AM Best
AM Best emphasises the need for a strategic approach to risk management.
AM Best describes Bao Min Insurance’s outlook as ‘stable’
This was attributed to the neutral impact of BMI's majority ownership by the SCIC, Vietnam's sovereign wealth fund.
AM Best addresses concerns on China's economic slowdown, highlights insurer financial security
China will diversify its sources of economic growth to counteract the impact of an ageing and declining population.
Meiji Yasuda's operating performance backed by solid balance sheet – AM Best
The insurer has demonstrated a large premium revenue stream and strong base profits.
January renewals show upbeat market, capital to rise
Last year was profitable for reinsurers with returns almost reaching 20%.
Stable outlook for Etiqa General Insurance: AM Best
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is deemed appropriate for the company’s capabilities.
Japan's major non-life insurers set to weather earthquake losses, strong capital buffers to cushion impact
AM Best said the major non-life insurers carry diversified portfolios and strong capital positions.
Reinsurance capital rebounds, 2024 could register a tepid $561b
AM Best's projected 12.2% growth in traditional reinsurance capital for 2023 may be sufficient, given potential variations based on capital deployment decisions.
Korean Re to see growth potential in S.K.’s coinsurance business: AM Best
AM Best foresees a notable reduction in KRE's underwriting risk in 2023 due to the planned portfolio restructuring, which aims to offload unprofitable business, especially in the domestic personal line.
Investment income to steer China Taiping Insurance’s bottom line: AM Best
CTPI is expected to maintain a prudent investment strategy and stringent risk management in the future.
AM Best forecasts stable medium-term growth for Meritz Insurance
The assessment mirrors Meritz's robust balance sheet strength,
India’s non-life segment finds footing: AM Best
It may still face challenges in underwriting, pricing, and high reinsurance costs.
Vietnam nonlife to stay afloat amidst regulatory changes: AM Best
The non-life market experienced a 1.3% YoY growth in gross written premiums for H123.
Global reinsurers must have a watchful eye: AM Best
Reinsurers must navigate a high inflationary environment.
China’s non-life outlook solid, thanks to motor segment: AM Best
China’s electric vehicle insurance has gained traction, driving motor insurance demand.
New Zealand’s non-life market ‘stable’, good premium growth is anticipated: AM Best
Volatile weather conditions, tightening reinsurance capacity, and reinsurance rate increases may increase volatility.
Higher domestic rates could raise investment income of Japanese life insurers: AM Best
Japanese life insurers may face a higher debt burden when they need to refinance their existing debt.
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