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What is Solvency Margin?

Solvency Margin Solvency Margin is the excess of an insurance company's assets over its liabilities, required by regulators as a buffer to ensure policyholder protection and financial stability.

Source: CFA Institute, IFRS Foundation, FASB (GAAP), Basel III Framework

How is “Solvency Margin” Used in Practice?

A healthy solvency margin is critical for an insurer to withstand large claim events and maintain regulatory approval for underwriting new business.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Financial Analysts
  • Bankers
  • Traders

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What is Solvency Margin?

Solvency Margin is the excess of an insurance company's assets over its liabilities, required by regulators as a buffer to ensure policyholder protection and financial stability.

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