AM Best
AM Best "positive" on global non-life reinsurance sector
The current outlook implies that the majority of 2010 reinsurer rating actions are likely to be affirmations, with only a modest number of anticipated rating or outlook changes.
AM Best puts Novae Group debt rating on review
Move follows decision to close UK insurance arm.
Atradius Trade Credit Insurance downgraded
AM Best turns gloomy on credit insurer
Jordanian insurer given ratings by AM Best
Jordanian insurer Jordan Insurance Company has been assigned a financial strength rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) and an issuer credit rating (ICR) of “bbb” by AM Best.
AM Best turns upbeat on Qatari insurer
AM Best revises outlook on Qatar General Insurance and Reinsurance Company to positive from stable.
Transatlantic Re outlook upgraded by AM Best
Ratings agency AM Best happier on the prospects for US reinsurer
Reinsurance demand expected in 2009 not materializing - AM Best
Reinsurance demand expected in 2009 is not materializing, according to AM Best
US surplus lines results dip from competition, cat losses and economy
Report from AM Best notes that in 2008, the underwriting and operating performance of surplus lines companies continued to outpace that of the total property/casualty industry, although at a diminished level from 2007.
The price is right?
Rates are slowly rising but insurers are still facing challenges when it comes to profit margins, not least from the economic environment. Catherine Thomas explains how pricing may be key for the future.
Top 100 UK insurers - full table
A full breakdown of the UK's top 100 general insurance companies ranked by gross written premium.
Eastern Europe: Eastern blocked
After years of impressive growth, Eastern Europe is feeling the pinch. Mairi Mallon looks at the state of the markets in the region,
Eastern Europe: Eastern blocked
After years of impressive growth, Eastern Europe is feeling the pinch. Mairi Mallon looks at the state of the markets in the region,