Major Rating Factors:
Fair reserve development (4.6 on a scale of 0 to 10) as reserves have generally been sufficient to cover claims. Fair overall results on stability tests (3.2) including excessive premium growth. Good profitability index (4.9) with operating gains in each of the last five years. Excellent expense controls. Return on equity has been low, averaging 0.8% over the past five years.
Other Rating Factors:
Strong long-term capitalization index (10.0) based on excellent current risk adjusted capital (severe and moderate loss scenarios). Moreover, capital levels have been consistent in recent years. Excellent liquidity (7.0) with ample operational cash flow and liquid investments.
Stability Factors:
D - Limited diversification of general business, policy, and/or investment risk.
Principal Lines of Business:
Personal/comm auto (100.0%)
Licensed in:
SC
Principal Investments:
Investment grade bonds (95.5%), cash (3.1%), other (1.3%)
Corporate Info
Group Affiliation
Southern Casualty Holding Co
Investment Rating
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Company Address
724 Knox Abbott Drive
Cayce, SC 29033
Cayce, SC 29033
Phone Number
(803) 796-6700
NAIC Number
14114
Website
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