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Investment Volatility Is Eroding 2019 Global Reinsurance Capital Gains

April 29, 2020

Total capital dedicated to the global reinsurance industry grew 15 percent year-on-year in 2019, standing at $605 billion at the end of the year. Much of that capital growth has likely unwound thus far in 2020, however, due to the steep sell-off in the stock and corporate bond markets. Read More


Captive Insurance Uses and Risk Management Evolve Together

April 15, 2020

Captive insurance companies have evolved into tools that allow organizations to implement their risk management strategies in a much more comprehensive way, says Steven Bauman, head of global programs and captive practice in North America at AXA XL, in a new Captive Thought Leader Video. Read More


A Specialty/Captive Insurance Hybrid Can Address Hemp Coverage Issues

April 1, 2020

Since hemp production became legal, it has been fast-tracked to become a unique commodity, but insurance coverage issues remain. A hybrid solution involving specialty insurance and captive insurance might be the answer. Read More


Powerful New Search Engine Makes You the Expert

March 31, 2020

Our Captive.com site is now mobile friendly and has a powerful, new, state-of-the-art search engine with cool features that can make you the hero for your clients and colleagues. Read More


MSI's New Podcast Focuses on Captives and P&C Insurance Agents

March 25, 2020

Raleigh-based Management Services International (MSI) has released its latest podcast episode titled "Captives, Working with P&C Insurance Agents." The new podcast is available immediately from Maximizing Strategic Income (MSI) on Apple Podcasts, or at the MSI Podcast Library. Read More