Major Rating Factors:
Fair reserve development (3.6 on a scale of 0 to 10) as reserves have generally been sufficient to cover claims. Good overall profitability index (5.2). Excellent expense controls. Good overall results on stability tests (6.2) despite excessive premium growth. Stability strengths include good operational trends and excellent risk diversification.
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:
Principal Lines of Business:
Comm multi (40.9%), work comp (40.0%), personal/comm auto (11.8%), product liab. (0.5%), fire (0.1%), other (6.6%)
Licensed in:
All states
Principal Investments:
Investment grade bonds (96.2%), other (3.8%)
Corporate Info
Group Affiliation
W R Berkley Corporation
Investment Rating
Company Address
11201 Douglas Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone Number
(515) 473-3000
NAIC Number
31003
Website
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