Risk Theory

Risk Theory’s new E&S affiliate Amherst Specialty assigned A- FSR by AM Best

Risk Theory’s new E&S affiliate Amherst Specialty assigned A- FSR by AM Best

Amherst Specialty Insurance Company has formally been assigned a financial strength rating (FSR) of A- by AM Best, with the Texas-based surplus lines start-up now primed to become the primary E&S paper provider for all new and renewal policies written by affiliated program manager Risk Theory.

Risk Theory affiliate E&S carrier Amherst Specialty assigned PCA of A-

Risk Theory affiliate E&S carrier Amherst Specialty assigned PCA of A-

AM Best has assigned a preliminary credit assessment with a financial strength assessment of A- pca to new Texas-based surplus lines carrier Amherst Specialty Insurance Company, which is affiliated to MGA platform Risk Theory Holdings.

Climate change underpins long-term risks says WEF

Climate change underpins long-term risks says WEF

Severe threats to the climate account for all of the top long-term risks facing the market, according to a new report released by the World Economic Forum.

Un-modelled risk: Known unknowns?

Un-modelled risk: Known unknowns?

The recent spate of natural catastrophe losses has once again put the focus on un-modelled risk, and what steps are being taken by the market to cover the gaps.