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Aon's January 2026 renewal report shows reinsurer capital hit a record $760 billion, driving double-digit rate reductions across global markets. Strong earnings, low catastrophe losses, and rising third-party capital fueled competition. Insurers are reinvesting savings into facultative and structured solutions to support earnings protection and growth in a shifting risk environment. Read More

In this Q&A, Sam Komo discusses Missouri's approach to captive insurance, including drivers of captive growth, evolving governance expectations, and how captives are increasingly embedded in enterprise risk strategies. He also outlines how Missouri is positioning its domicile to support captive owners amid changing market and regulatory conditions. Read More

This Edge of Risk Podcast by IRMI episode explores the strategic considerations behind choosing a captive insurance domicile, from risk location and regulatory fit to tax implications, service levels, and home state opportunities. Guest expert Austin Griffith highlights emerging trends as more states strengthen their captive insurance legislation. Read More

Guy Carpenter's January 1, 2026, report highlights softening reinsurance prices driven by capital growth, reduced catastrophe losses, and strong returns. Property and casualty markets saw pricing shifts, while cyber and sidecar structures evolved. Catastrophe bond issuance hit record highs, signaling strong investor interest and expanded risk-sharing options across multiple lines. Read More

The captive insurance industry experienced strong growth in 2025, driven by demand for flexible risk financing, expansion into new coverages, and advances in technology. Industry leaders highlighted increased risk retention, evolving domiciles, and heightened pressure in auto, healthcare, and liability markets, underscoring captives’ expanding strategic role. Read More