Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings

A Best's Credit Rating (BCR) is a forward-looking, independent, and objective opinion regarding an insurer's, issuer's, or financial obligation's relative creditworthiness. The opinion represents a comprehensive analysis consisting of a quantitative and qualitative evaluation of balance sheet strength, operating performance, and business profile or, where appropriate, the specific nature and details of a security.

Please read the Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings for an in-depth explanation. A BCR is developed considering relevant aspects of AM Best Rating Methodologies. AM Best assigns various Credit Rating opinions, which are collectively referred to as "Best's Credit Ratings" and include:

In addition, AM Best provides the following rating-related services and information:

For more information regarding what a BCR is, how a BCR is developed, or other information related to the production of opinions please reference AM Best's guide, Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings or select a topic below.

Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings (quick links)