Articles
Actuarial & underwriting
Ratings can prove an invaluable aid to captives as they navigate the insurance landscape. AM Best outline their significance and how the rating agency assesses those firms within its remit. 1 January 1970
Analysis
Following developments on the implementation of the European Liability Directive, Pierre Sonigo explores its implications for captives and operators in the region. 1 January 1970
Analysis
Cayman has opted to stay outside the framework of Solvency II equivalence—at least for now. Here, Cayman Captive explores the merits of the decision. 1 January 1970
Asset management analysis
In the current interest rate environment, banks are forced to become more competitive. HSBC, one of the world’s largest banks, is well positioned to do just that. 1 January 1970
EMEA analysis
Drawing upon proximity to the UK and a studied independence from the mainland, the Isle of Man enjoys a position as an international captive domicile of some reputation. Here, its strengths are outlined. 1 January 1970
Analysis
Novel structures such as risk retention groups and 831(b)s are fulfilling the captive needs of smaller business, but current conditions are presenting a challenge. 1 January 1970
Analysis
Cayman Captive spoke with Cindy Scotland about developments to Cayman’s regulatory framework, the Islands’ decision to opt out of Solvency II and the authority’s ongoing commitment to international standards. 1 January 1970
Asset management analysis
Achieving investment returns on previously ‘safe’ instruments is challenging in today’s markets. Colin Freeman of Barclays explores the optimal level of portfolio risk captives can achieve in such conditions. 1 January 1970
Accounting & tax analysis
Washington’s introduction of the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act is creating additional concerns for offshore entities. Here, the implications of greater tax cooperation and transparency are explored. 1 January 1970
Cayman analysis
The Canada–Cayman Islands bilateral tax information exchange agreement opens further doors for Canadian-owned captive insurance entities. 1 January 1970
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