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Financial Strength

Although 2008-2009 was one of the most challenging times in decades, we have reassuringly continued to grow.  In fact, unlike many other large financial institutions, MetLife Europe Limited and MetLife Assurance Limited remain in a strong position to continue delivering long term success and solutions.

What has made us different?

Our investment management programme has maintained a cautious business model, one which is inherent throughout the organisation and intended to ensure we’ll be here for the long run.

We’re always looking ahead, positioning our portfolios for the future whilst at the same time taking advantage of today’s opportunities.  We take these steps to ensure we’re able to deliver on our promises for decades to come.  This is one of the reasons why we were able to successfully navigate the market turmoil of 2008-2009.

Financial Strength Ratings
CompanyStandard & Poor's1AKG Actuaries & Consultants Ltd
MetLife Europe LimitedA+B+
MetLife Assurance LimitedA+


For our most up-to-date ratings for the MetLife group, visit the ‘About MetLife’ section at www.metlife.com.

1.Standard & Poor's ratings for financial strength as of 26 February 2009. Standard & Poor's Financial Strength Ratings for MetLife Europe Limited and MetLife Assurance Limited have have each been assigned with a negative outlook. For more information please visit http://www.standardandpoors.com/.

Insurer Financial Strength Rating Categories

The ratings categories in any given rank are not equivalent to one another.

RankStandard & Poor'sAKG Actuaries & Consultants Limited
1AAA = Extremely StrongA = Superior
2AA+ = Very StrongB+ = Very Strong
3AA = Very StrongB = Strong
4AA- = Very StrongB- = Satisfactory
5A+ = StrongC = Weak
6A = StrongD = Very Weak
7A- = Strong 
8BBB+ = Good 
9BBB = Good 
10BBB- = Good 
11BB+ = Marginal 
12BB = Marginal 
13BB- = Marginal 
14B+ = Weak 
15B = Weak 
16B- = Weak 
17CCC+ = Very Weak 
18CCC = Very Weak 
19CCC- = Very Weak 
20CC = Extremely Weak 
21R = Regulatory Supervision 


 
 
 

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