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In this episode, Pinnacle Actuarial Resources principal Derek Freihaut joins Joel Appelbaum to explain how captives evaluate risk transfer and risk distribution. He discusses expected adverse deviation modeling, expected reinsurer deficit testing, and how reinsurance structures shape exposure, funding, and program design while helping captive owners make more informed long-term decisions.  Read More

Captive insurance and strategic acquisitions are fueling 2026 mergers and acquisitions (M&A) growth, with megadeals returning and private equity deploying fresh capital. Artificial intelligence is reshaping due diligence, while a "buy and build" approach drives midmarket activity. Despite volatility, the global M&A outlook remains bullish across sectors like energy, biopharma, and technology. Read More

Capital modeling helps captive insurance companies better quantify risk, uncover diversification benefits, and align investment strategy with enterprise risk. This guide from Oliver Wyman illustrates how captives can use capital modeling to strengthen financial resilience, lower the cost of risk, and enhance long-term returns on capital. Read More

A new report from the World Economic Forum and Oliver Wyman finds the tech sector could unlock $800 billion by 2030 through sustainable practices. Addressing energy use, water demand, pollution, and e-waste is critical to reducing environmental risk and improving long-term growth across data centers, semiconductors, and hardware production. Read More

AM Best maintains a stable outlook for the US commercial lines insurance sector, citing strong underwriting and investment performance. Despite pressures in casualty and liability lines, insurers show resilience. Risk-adjusted pricing, reserve stability, and increased use of technology support profitability, while the excess and surplus market sees continued growth amid insurer caution. Read More