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SIIA Survey Finds Strong Captive Insurance Growth Outlook for 2026
The Self-Insurance Institute of America's (SIIA's) 2026 Captive Industry Survey reports continued optimism about captive insurance growth, with medical stop-loss leading demand. Findings highlight favorable renewal experiences, pricing predictability, and increased emphasis on claims management. The report also identifies broker education, underwriting discipline, and artificial intelligence as important factors shaping the industry's future. Learn More
Cayman International Insurance Sector Adds 8 Licenses in Q3
The Cayman Islands' captive insurance sector continued growing in the third quarter of 2026, adding 8 new insurer licenses and bringing the annual total to 28. With $62 billion in premiums written and $203 billion in assets, the jurisdiction reported increased activity and a strong pipeline of pending applications. Learn More
MSH Establishes Captive Insurance Advisory Firm in Luxembourg
MSH, a Diot-Siaci Group subsidiary, has launched Elucin, a Luxembourg-based advisory firm specializing in employee benefits captives. Led by Sven Roelandt and Zulu Khan, Elucin will help multinational companies establish, structure, and manage captive programs worldwide. The firm also plans to expand into the North American insurance market. Read More
Munich Re Emphasizes Traditional Reinsurance Amid Rising Risks
Munich Re emphasizes the importance of traditional reinsurance as insurers confront rising climate risks, inflation, and cyber threats. Despite periods of lower catastrophe losses, long-term exposures continue increasing. The reinsurer highlights reliable capital, rapid claims payments, advanced risk modeling, and innovative solutions to support insurers navigating increasingly complex markets. Read More
WTW: Property Rates Decline as Casualty Pressures Persist
WTW's "Insurance Marketplace Realities 2027" report identifies declining commercial property insurance rates amid increased insurer competition, while casualty coverage faces continued pricing pressures from litigation and claim severity. Professional liability markets remain relatively stable, although emerging artificial intelligence exposures, cyber threats, and evolving employment risks present ongoing underwriting challenges. Read More
How Captive Insurance Can Improve the Value of Voluntary Benefits
Voluntary benefits represent a significant employee expense that employers often overlook. Captive insurance structures can provide greater transparency into premiums, claims, and expenses while maintaining fully insured coverage. By improving oversight and aligning financial incentives, employers can help ensure voluntary benefits deliver meaningful value and financial protection for employees. Read More
Fitch AI Stress Test Identifies Credit Risks Across Key Sectors
Fitch Ratings' artificial intelligence (AI) stress test found broad credit resilience across 107 subsectors, with 86 percent showing limited rating impact. However, services, data centers, technology, and insurance brokers face elevated downgrade risks. The analysis examined business disruption, over-investment, and asset impairment scenarios over a 5-year period, identifying vulnerabilities across industries. Read More