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The amount of fixed maturity investments with credit ratings developed internally based on criteria similar to those used by Standard and Poor's, Moody's or Fitch.

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Investments

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Amount, after allowance for credit loss, of accrued interest on investment in debt security measured at fair value with change in fair value recognized in other comprehensive income (available-for-sale).

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Indicates line item in statement of financial position that includes accrued interest, after allowance for credit loss, on investment in debt security measured at fair value with change in fair value recognized in other comprehensive income (available-for-sale).

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Fair value of investment subject to concentration of credit or market risk or both.

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