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Cayman analysis

Cayman gets it

With many European countries addressing sovereign debt issues and the impact of quantitative easing still yet to materially affect the US economy, the Cayman Islands continues to move forward, with a rating of Aaa.   1 January 1970

Actuarial & underwriting

Reinsurers drawn to supply chain risk

The attitude of reinsurers towards supply chain insurance in captives is changing as they weigh up the advantages of agreeing to a shared risk transfer and obtaining access to a global portfolio.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Steady growth ahead - Cayman

Despite initial concerns that competition would slow the growth of the captive industry in the Cayman Islands, 2012 has ultimately been successful for Cayman , and the industry is showing no signs of waning.   1 January 1970

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Risk management-- not business as usual

Significant changes in healthcare provision are underway in the US. Mary Chmielowiec and Paola DiNatale outline the extent of these developments and how captives can best prepare for the changing environment.   1 January 1970

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An opportunity for upstream stimulus

Before considering buy-backs and dividends, captives need to fully understand the implications of returning funds to their parent companies, say Peter MacKay, Ian Bridges and Jennifer Reid.   1 January 1970

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Considering redomiciling your captive?

Derek Lloyd looks at the factors you need to consider when evaluating whether or not to redomicile your captive, and the practicalities involved if you decide to proceed further.   1 January 1970

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Vermont: setting the gold standard

Vermont has steadily risen up the rankings as an attractive domicile for captive insurers. Dan Towle believes the reason why is clear—security, stability and service.   1 January 1970

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Asset management-- tailoring your options

Ed Goard and Michael Vandenbossche of Munder Capital Management, talk about investment strategies, the threat of inflation and what captives need to look for when considering an investment manager.   1 January 1970

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831(b) companies: electing to succeed

Organising a small property and casualty insurance company with section 831(b) tax treatment—a 831(b) company—can be a powerful solution to a closely held business’s insurance needs, says Charles J. Lavelle.   1 January 1970

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The power of advocacy (NRRA)

The National Risk Retention Association (NRRA) has been the voice of the risk retention and purchasing group industry for more than two decades. Robert H. Myers recalls some of its biggest successes.   1 January 1970

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