Winterthur's ratings have received a boost after the company's acquisition by Axa.
Fitch Ratings has lifted the Swiss insurer's ratings by one notch across the board — to Insurer Financial Strength ("IFS") 'AA-' (AA minus) and Issuer Default 'A+'. And Moody's has also upgraded Winterthur's IFS rating to Aa3 from A1.
Fitch has also removed the ratings from Rating Watch Positive and assigned them a Positive Outlook.
The ratings agency has indicated that Axa's support was instrumental in the reappraisal.
Axa's ratings have been affirmed.
The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.
