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What is Retention Limit?

Retention Limit The maximum risk amount an insurer or reinsurer retains before transferring the excess to another reinsurer, as stipulated in reinsurance agreements.

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

How is “Retention Limit” Used in Practice?

The insurer set a retention limit of $1 million per risk before ceding excess loss to the reinsurer.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Financial Analysts
  • Bankers
  • Traders

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What is Retention Limit?

The maximum risk amount an insurer or reinsurer retains before transferring the excess to another reinsurer, as stipulated in reinsurance agreements.

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