The ability of a captive to generate investment income from unearned premiums received is often a critical advantage in forming a captive. This is especially so where premiums are paid in advance and losses are paid out over a lengthy period of time (which, in turn, depends on the kinds of risks insured).
What are the benefits of a captive?
The advantages of going captive are:
- Coverage tailored to meet your needs.
- Reduced operating costs.
- Improved cash flow.
- Increased coverage and capacity.
- Investment income to fund losses.
- Direct access to wholesale reinsurance markets.
- Funding and underwriting flexibility.
- Greater control over claims.
Why do companies use captives?
The primary purpose of a captive is to reduce the company's total cost of risk. Captives are often used as an integral part of a company's international insurance program, but can also cover local risks or be used in a purely domestic structure.
