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Catastrophe Bonds Surge Amid Looming Hurricane Threats

by Team Lumida
June 10, 2024
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Key Takeaways:

  1. Cat bond sales soared 38% through May 2024, reaching record highs.
  2. Investors face heightened risks due to active hurricane forecasts.
  3. Market dynamics could offer higher returns amid increased spreads.

What Happened?

Catastrophe bond sales reached unprecedented levels as markets brace for an unusually active hurricane season. Cat bond issuance surged 38% through May 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to Artemis. In May alone, $4 billion in cat bonds were issued, marking the highest monthly volume ever recorded.

These bonds allow insurers to transfer risk to capital markets, offering significant gains if no catastrophe occurs but posing substantial losses otherwise. The total outstanding value of cat bonds now stands at $49 billion.

Why It Matters?

Investors must pay attention to these developments due to the potential for high returns and significant risks. The hurricane season forecast includes 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and five major hurricanes, as predicted by scientists at Colorado State University. This is notably higher than the historical average, raising the likelihood of catastrophic events.

Veteran investors are already adjusting their portfolios, focusing on bonds triggered by rare, large events. Additionally, the rising risks have pushed cat bond spreads up by 23% between March and May, indicating higher returns but also reflecting increased market caution.

What’s Next?

Investors should monitor weather forecasts closely and consider the heightened risks of holding cat bonds, especially those tied to high-risk areas like Florida. Issuers are already responding to these risks by offering higher returns to attract investors. For instance, Florida’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. issued a $1.1 billion cat bond, and the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association sponsored a $1.4 billion bond.

The World Bank also continues to expand its cat bond programs, recently issuing bonds for Mexico and Jamaica. As the hurricane season progresses, the financial impact will depend significantly on where storms make landfall. A major hit on densely populated areas could lead to substantial losses, emphasizing the need for strategic investment decisions in this volatile market.

Additional Considerations:

Investors should compare the current market dynamics with historical performance to gauge potential outcomes. The rising frequency of costly storms due to climate change adds another layer of complexity.

Moody’s notes that 17 of the 19 costliest US hurricanes occurred in the past 20 years, increasing the risk for insurers and investors alike. As some insurers retreat from high-risk areas, the market for cat bonds may see further shifts, presenting both challenges and opportunities for savvy investors.

Source: Bloomberg
Tags: Catastrophe bondsHurricane season
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