Company founded
1899
Number of employees
200-499
A.M. Best Co.was founded in 1899 with the purpose of performing a constructive and objective role in the insurance industry toward the prevention and detection of insurer insolvency." This mission led to the development of Best's Ratings, which are now recognized worldwide as the benchmark for assessing insurers' financial strength. Best's rating opinions reflect an in-depth understanding of business fundamentals garnered from more than 100 years of focusing solely on the insurance industry. This is one reason why insurance industry professionals have consistently ranked Best's Ratings number one in confidence, usefulness and understanding.