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Captive insurers excel with high dividends, reduced acquisition costs, and quick risk response. Their structure promotes early risk identification and stakeholder alignment. Expected to grow, captives offer customized solutions, outperforming commercial insurers by providing tailored coverage and better claims management, all while being flexible and proactive. Read More

AM Best's latest report finds rated captive insurance companies continued to outperform commercial insurers while generating an estimated $8.2 billion in savings over 5 years. The report also highlights premium growth, strong financial performance, expanding use of captives, and continued formation activity across major US domiciles. Read More

RiverStone International completed a second loss portfolio transfer (LPT) reinsurance agreement with Pacific Valley Insurance Company, a Lyft subsidiary, effective July 1, 2026. The transaction strengthens the companies' ongoing relationship, supports Lyft's risk management and capital optimization objectives, and further expands RiverStone International's legacy reinsurance presence in North America. Read More

Cayman's international insurance sector continued its strong growth in the second quarter of 2026, reaching 20 new international insurance licenses issued during the first half of the year. Rising premiums, expanding assets, and additional applications under review underscore the jurisdiction's continued strength as a leading captive insurance domicile. Read More

Global commercial insurance rates declined 6 percent in the second quarter of 2026, marking the 8th consecutive quarterly decrease, according to Marsh's Global Insurance Market Index. Strong insurer competition, abundant capacity, and favorable market conditions continued to drive lower property, cyber, and overall commercial insurance pricing across most global regions. Read More