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(BW)(NJ-A.M.-BEST) A.M. Best Affirms Ratings of Lonpac Insurance Bhd
Insurance Writers
OLDWICK, N.J.--Sep. 30, 2008--A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the issuer credit rating (ICR) of "a-" of Lonpac Insurance Bhd (Lonpac) (Malaysia). The outlook for both ratings is stable.
The ratings reflect the company's track record of profitable operation, diversified business composition and solid distribution capability.
Lonpac has a strong track record of profitable operation over the last five years. Due to the favorable claim experience and stable expense ratio, Lonpac recorded a steady improvement in its underwriting margin.
The company's combined ratios averaged 78.7% over the last five years through 2007. Improving underwriting results coupled with a stable stream of investment earnings contributed to a significant increase in Lonpac's return on equity from 15.2% in 2003 to 38.9% in 2007.
Source: HighBeam Research, A.M. BEST AFFIRMS RATINGS OF LONPAC INSURANCE BHD.