About Lloyd's

Lloyd's is the world's leading specialist insurance and reinsurance market.

Lloyd’s reputation is founded on its 320 year history, its flexibility and the unrivalled expertise of its underwriters. The market’s unique structure means that clients encounter a flexible and responsive approach.

Today over 80 businesses operate in Lloyd’s, each with its own specialties and areas of expertise. Together they interact with thousands of brokers daily to create insurance solutions for businesses around the world. Lloyd's insures 94% of FTSE 100 and 93% of Dow Jones Industrial Average companies. Lloyd's capital base is diverse and today 88% of Lloyd's capital comes from corporate bodies – primarily the international insurance industry.

Lloyd's enjoys strong financial security and every policy is supported by an A (Excellent) rating from the rating agency A.M. Best, an A+ (Strong) from Fitch Ratings and A+ (Strong) rating from Standard & Poor's.

To learn more about the Lloyd's insurance community, visit the Lloyd's website or check out the 2010 Lloyd's Key Factsheet.