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Actuarial & underwriting

Perils of the sea, and other captive tails

With experience of a number of recent high profile maritime disasters, Andrew Cater of the United Insurance Company discusses the relevance of a captive solution to cover complex maritime risks.   1 January 1970

Cayman analysis

Accounting evolution - IFRS

As the International Accounting Standards Board develops its reporting requirements, PKF’s Ben Leung and Rennie Khan examine the International Financial Reporting Standard 9 and its application for insurance.   1 January 1970

EMEA analysis

Malta: astride Europe and offshore

Malta continues to attract rising levels of captive business to its shores, as Dr Matthew Bianchi explains.   1 January 1970

Asset management analysis

Banking: finding hidden value

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

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The challenge of leadership

Cindy Scotland outlines the progress the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has made in the face of changing local and international re/insurance standards.   1 January 1970

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Quality over quantity (Arizona)

Renowned globally for its cultural and natural wonders, Arizona has also developed a thriving captive insurance industry to add to its riches.   1 January 1970

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Under review-- the benefits of strategic review

It’s a good practice every now and then to fine-tune complex structures. The US captive industry is no different. Only this time, the tool used is the strategic review, says Michael Serricchio.   1 January 1970

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St. Kitts and Nevis: larger than life

The two islands of St. Kitts and Nevis are surrounded by giants of the captive insurance market, but legislation favourable to captives, says Bernadette Lawrence, has raised their profile within the industry.   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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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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