AM Best Withdraws Credit Ratings of Alestri Insurance Company
AM Best has downgraded the Financial Strength Rating to B++ (Good) from A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “bbb+” (Good) from “a-” (Excellent) of
The ratings reflect Alestri’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, very limited business profile and appropriate risk management. In addition, the ratings reflect lift from
Alestri began operations in 2020 as a joint venture between COPIC and two other unaffiliated medical professional liability carriers, targeting the excess hospital professional liability insurance market through independent agents and brokers. Market conditions in this segment were significantly less favorable than anticipated. Subsequently, COPIC has acquired all outstanding shares of Alestri from the founding members and placed a moratorium on new business. All policies written since inception have expired. At this time, there have been no claims, although some occurrences have been reported.
The downgrades reflect Alestri’s run-off status, partially offset by COPIC’s commitment to continue supporting the company. Financial stability and appropriate claims handling are expected to be maintained. Thus, Alestri also receives rating lift due to the implicit and explicit support provided by COPIC. The revised balance sheet strength assessment to strong from very strong reflects the company’s modest surplus size and high degree of reinsurance dependence. Furthermore, the very limited business profile assessment reflects the company’s run-off status.
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