Premium To Surplus Ratio

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Definition: Premium To Surplus Ratio


Premium To Surplus Ratio


Full Definition of Premium To Surplus Ratio


A ratio used to gauge an insurance company’s financial strength by measuring how heavily it is leveraged by liabilities. While a low ratio may indicate financial stability, it can also indicate slow growth and insufficient loss reserves.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Premium To Surplus Ratio are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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