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Finally, regulatory differentiation

After months of uncertainty, it seems that Bermuda’s approach to Solvency II equivalency is likely to differentiate captives from the wider commercial market.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Decisions, decisions - investments

Deciding upon an investment manager and an asset strategy to meet your particular needs is no mean feat. Bermuda Captive explores some of the questions you need to ask.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Bermuda - still trail-blazing

The likely differentiation of captives under Solvency II equivalency and growing links with Canada and Latin America look set to position Bermuda at the forefront of captive development once again.   1 January 1970

Analysis

A unique position

Bermuda’s captive sector looks finely poised to carve out a beneficial position within the Solvency II framework. Steve Chirico of AM Best discusses the regimes benefits and the Island’s unique in the regulatory landscape.   1 January 1970

Accounting & tax analysis

Bermuda and Canada's TIEA

Bermuda has signed a number of tax information exchange agreements. None appears to have been more significant than that signed with Canada. Implications for the captive sector and future growth are discussed.   1 January 1970

Actuarial & underwriting

The Arabian Gulf: unlocking its potential

Ian Sangster of Q-Re reports on the development of the Gulf region and expounds its potential as a significant area for future captive growth.   1 January 1970

Analysis

US captives: further modest gains

In 2012 there was further growth in US captive numbers in most states, although the number of new entrants was somewhat muted by the soft commercial market. A snapshot of domiciles provides an indication of further positive momentum, but numbers have fallen somewhat short of rapid growth.   1 January 1970

Actuarial & underwriting

Reap benefits under Solvency II

Optimising your risk portfolio can make captives more attractive under Solvency II, argues Dr Paul Wöhrmann of Zurich Global Corporate.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Concerns, confusion and commercial carriers

Guenter Droese of ECIROA talks with EMEA Captive about the ongoing discussions surrounding Solvency II.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Unwanted regulatory attention

With captives becoming increasingly mainstream, the industry is attracting more attention from US regulators.   1 January 1970

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