Sidecar formation continued to increase in 2025 with total reserves exceeding $90bn: AM Best
Jul 3rd, 2026 • 5 min • View Source
The formation of sidecars experienced a significant increase in 2025, driven by strong annuity sales in the United States, according to a new report by credit rating agency AM Best. During this period, total reserves ceded to these entities rose to over $90 billion, a sharp increase from the $55 billion recorded in 2023. Sidecars […] The post Sidecar formation continued to increase in 2025 with total reserves exceeding $90bn: AM Best appeared first on ReinsuranceNe.ws.
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