Old Mutual Short-Term Insurance’s credit rating affirmed
Monday, November 14, 2022 | 400 Views |
Kushatha Moswela
According to the 2021 GCR report, Old Mutual Short-Term Insurance Botswana national scale was rated AA while the country’s international financial strength was rated at BB and national scale financial strength was rated AA.
The rating hence reflects the business’ overall credit worthiness and resilient balance sheet. Old Mutual managing director, Kushatha Moswela said despite the local competitive landscape and an overall challenging year, GCR’s stable outlook reflects Old Mutual Short-Term’s efforts to improve its competitive position and grow its gross premiums.
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