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WESTERN SURETY CO
Rating Date
December 2023
NAIC
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Major Rating Factors: Fair overall results on stability tests (4.3 on a scale of 0 to 10) including potential drain of affiliation with CNA Financial Corp and weak results on operational trends. The largest net exposure for one risk is conservative at 1.6% of capital. Good overall profitability index (5.3). Weak expense controls. Return on equity has been good over the last five years, averaging 10.6%.
Other Rating Factors: Strong long-term capitalization index (10.0) based on excellent current risk adjusted capital (severe and moderate loss scenarios), despite some fluctuation in capital levels. Ample reserve history (8.5) that helps to protect the company against sharp claims increases. Excellent liquidity (7.0) with ample operational cash flow and liquid investments.
Stability Factors: R - Concerns about the financial strength of its reinsurers. T - Significant trends in critical asset, liability, income or expense items.
Principal Lines of Business: Fin guar/surety (93.3%), other (6.7%)
Licensed in: All states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico
Principal Investments: Investment grade bonds (98.6%), common stock (0.8%), non investment grade bonds (0.5%)
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Corporate Info
Group Affiliation
CNA Financial Corp
Investment Rating
L
Company Address
101 S REID STREET
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57103
Phone Number
(312) 822-1173
NAIC Number
13188
Largest Affiliates
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CHICAGO, IL - P&C
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RADNOR, PA - P&C
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CHICAGO, IL - P&C
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