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Best’s Performance Assessment for Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprises Methodology

Bests PA for DUAE Table

A Best’s Performance Assessment (PA) for Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprises (DUAEs) is a forward-looking, independent and objective non-credit opinion indicative of a DUAE’s relative ability to perform services on behalf of its insurance partners.

Best’s PA for DUAEs methodology is a comprehensive analysis consisting of a quantitative and qualitative assessment of Underwriting Capabilities, Governance and Internal Controls, Financial Condition, Organizational Talent and Depth and Breadth of Relationships. 

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Best's PA for DUAEs Methodology

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