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Best's Review Looks at Surplus Lines’ Growth

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In its September issue, Best’s Review speaks with leaders from organizations including the Surplus Lines Association of California about the growth that the surplus lines insurance market has seen. Factors such as wildfire, natural catastrophes, difficulty attaining rate, uncertainty around emerging risks, and loss trends are leading traditional insurers to draw down coverage, driving business into the non-admitted market. Read the article here.

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patricia.vowinkel@ambest.com

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