Monthly Archives: August 2002

HCC’s ‘A+’ (Superior) Affirmed

A.M. Best Company has affirmed an “A+” (Superior) rating of Houston-based HCC Insurance Holdings Inc. group of companies, consisting of...

SAFECO Affirmed

S&P assigned its preliminary “BBB+” senior debt, “BBB” subordinated debt, and “BBB-” preferred stock ratings to Seattle-based SAFECO Corp.’s $900...

Willis Group Raised

S&P raised its counterparty credit rating on Willis Group Holdings Ltd. (Willis) to “BB+” from “BB” due to the company’s...

Hartford Fire Outlook Neg

Standard & Poor’s said the outlook for Hartford Fire Insurance Co. and related property/casualty entities remains negative despite the trend...

State Farm Cos. Under Review

A.M. Best Co. placed the “B+” (Very Good) financial strength ratings of two separately rated subsidiaries of State Farm Mutual...