AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Nacional de Reaseguros, S.A.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) of
The ratings reflect Nacional’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong, as well as its strong operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.
Nacional’s risk-adjusted capitalisation remains at the strongest level, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio (BCAR), primarily supported by its modest underwriting leverage. The company’s balance sheet strength assessment also reflects its prudent reserving approach, well-diversified investment portfolio and comprehensive retrocession protection covering its domestic and international portfolios, further supported by the Consorcio de Compensación de Seguros in
Nacional’s disciplined underwriting approach and relatively modest exposure to natural catastrophes have led to a track record of strong and stable performance. However, Nacional’s non-life performance was below expectations in 2022 and 2023, with combined ratios of 104.1% and 100.6%, respectively (as calculated by AM Best). The company’s life business performance remained strong, leading to overall pre-tax profits of
Nacional maintains a strong competitive position as a leading reinsurer in
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