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Alternative reinsurance capital key threat to Europe's insurers, reinsurers: A.M. Best

Posted On: Jun. 27, 2014 12:00 AM CST

A.M. Best Co. Inc. has said in a recent report that alternative reinsurance capital is among the top 10 threats to the financial strength of European insurers and reinsurers, reports Artemis.bm.

The ratings agency has termed this as a “grey swan” event – a term used for the known threats to the industry. The report said alternative reinsurance capital can result in a "slow and painful death" for some insurers and reinsurers and could alter the market landscape, Artemis.bm reported.

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