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AM Best examines the United Kingdom's proposed regulatory framework for single-parent captives. The regime would offer proportional capital requirements, simplified reporting, flexible operating structures, and faster authorization. Although these provisions could strengthen the United Kingdom's position as a captive domicile, taxation and limited domestic captive experience may affect participation by parent companies. Read More

Real estate group captives are emerging as an option for midsized owners with strong loss experience. By retaining predictable working-layer property and liability losses, using rated fronting insurer paper, and transferring catastrophic exposures to global reinsurers, these programs seek to provide greater control over risk financing and total insurance costs. Read More

Butler University uses its captive insurance program to give students practical experience in underwriting, finance, loss control, actuarial analysis, and governance. The program also supports the university's broader risk-financing strategy. Its experience shows that educational value and long-term captive success depend on leadership continuity, institutional support, and carefully coordinated decision-making. Read More

Bermuda registered two insurers in captive insurance classes and two collateralized insurers in July. The additions brought 2026 registrations in captive classes to four. Through July, the Bermuda Monetary Authority reported 5 collateralized insurers, 12 restricted special purpose insurers and 42 total insurance-sector registrations across insurers and intermediaries in 2026. Read More

Learn key considerations for effective claims management in captive insurance, from appointing a claims manager to balancing speed and accuracy in handling claims. Read More