Transaction Overview
On March 6, 2025, Kin Interinsurance Network (“Kin”) closed their third and largest 144A Cat Bond issuance through Hestia Re Ltd. (“Series 2025-1 Class A and Class B Notes”), which provides per occurrence, indemnity coverage to Kin
- Model outperformance, transparent communication with Cat Bond investors, and a proven technology-driven advantage around underwriting and claims drove Kin’s success in their third transaction
The Class A and Class B Notes offering coverage for Florida Named Storm events
Class A Notes
- Expected Loss (WSST): 1.72%
- Initial Size: $100mm – Final Size: $200mm (100% increase)
- Initial Price Guidance: 7.25% – 8.00% – Final Pricing: 6.75% (~11.5% below the midpoint of initial guidance)
Class B Notes
- Expected Loss (WSST): 2.34%
- Initial and Final Size: $100mm
- Initial Price Guidance: 8.25% – 9.00% – Final Pricing: 8.25% (the low end of initial guidance)
Howden Capital Markets & Advisory Role
HCMA acted as Sole Structuring Agent and Sole Bookrunner
- Advised on structuring considerations and marketing strategy to ensure alignment with Kin’s strategic objectives and Kin’s traditional reinsurance program
- Assisted in all aspects of the structuring and placement including, but not limited to:
- Transaction pre-marketing and continued dialogue with investors prior to re-approaching the 144A Cat Bond market
- Structuring and coordination with legal counsel
- Finalizing investor presentation, advised on disclosure around subject business, and offering documents
- Investor discussions and overall transaction marketing processes
