Surplus Relief

Definition of "Surplus relief"

Insurance company's reinsurance commissions and expense allowances divided by its adjusted surplus account. The smaller this ratio, the more financially sound the insurance company, since this ratio shows the extent to which the insurance company relies on reinsurance to maintain its surplus strength.

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