News

Analysis

NRRA: hoping for an exclusion

Uncertainty remains over whether the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act will be applied to the captive sector. The sector is hoping for an exclusion, but clarity remains elusive. For now, captives muddle through.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Novel structures: awaiting the turn

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

Actuarial & underwriting

The benefits of ratings

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

USA analysis

South Carolina: a domicile with experience

More than simply a place to enjoy its famed Southern hospitality, South Carolina has emerged as one of the leading US captive domiciles thanks to the strength and flexibility of its regulatory approach.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Onwards rolls the US frontier

The number of US domiciles with captive legislation continues to expand, with Florida and Oregon the latest states to throw their hats into the ring. But how can 30-odd states differentiate their captive offering?   1 January 1970

EMEA analysis

Tectonic challenges to captives

1 January 1970

Asset management analysis

Guiding captives through a complex world

David Kilborn, chief investment officer at Performa, outlines what investment strategies Performa is recommending to captives and the company’s approach to developing its growing US presence.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Dodd-Frank: in search of clarity

The Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act is proving a thorny issue for captives. Do they pursue a potential home state advantage conferred by the act or hope for a captive exclusion?   1 January 1970

Cayman analysis

Captive best practice: an auditor's view

To derive maximum benefit from future audits, captives would do well to apply proactive best practice. Melanie Snyman, Ian Bridges and Damian Pentney of PwC outline exactly what captives should be paying attention to.   1 January 1970

article

Captivate your business image

Eric Robinson, vice president—facilities and operations at Chartis Bermuda Limited, outlined the company’s decision to opt for architecture and design firm OBM International to design its new workplace.   1 January 1970

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