AM Best Places Credit Ratings of Castle Key Group Members Under Review With Negative Implications

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AM Best has placed under review with negative implications the Financial Strength Rating of B+ (Good) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb-” (Good) of the members of Castle Key Group (Castle Key) (headquartered in Largo, FL). (See below for a detailed listing of the companies.)

The Credit Rating (ratings) have been placed under review with negative implications due to a material deterioration in its surplus position as a result of challenging personal property insurance conditions in Florida, including higher loss severity, catastrophe-related losses and the increased cost of reinsurance. Castle Key management has taken significant corrective underwriting actions and is actively engaged in discussions with state regulators on appropriate capitalization levels. Given the uncertainty regarding the placement of its 2023 reinsurance program and future capital position, the ratings will remain under review until AM Best can fully analyze the impact of these actions.

The FSR of B+ (Good) and the Long-Term ICRs of “bbb-” (Good) have been placed under review with negative implications for following members of the Castle Key Group:

• Castle Key Insurance Company
• Castle Key Indemnity Company
• Encompass Floridian Insurance Company
• Encompass Floridian Indemnity Company

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