Cat Bonds Soar Making Markets Great Again

• Catastrophe bond (CAT) issuance surged to $25.6 billion in 2025, marking a 45% increase from 2024.
• Investor interest remains high due to attractive equity-like returns, low volatility, and low correlation to broader financial markets.
• Analysts anticipate continued growth in the alternative reinsurance capital market, driven by strong investor demand and expansion into new risk categories.
• The CAT bond market is expected to maintain attractive investor returns relative to other asset classes in 2026.

Big Numbers, Folks, Big Numbers

Let me tell you, nobody saw this coming. Absolutely nobody. The catastrophe bond market? Huge. It's shattered records, believe me. We're talking $25.6 billion in 2025. A whopping 45% increase from the previous year. It's amazing, just amazing. The best, some would say. These are the kind of numbers we like to see. These are beautiful numbers.

Making Insurance Great Again

So, these CAT bonds, they're like, insurance for insurance companies. Smart, right? If a hurricane or earthquake hits – and, you know, sometimes they do – these bonds help insurers pay out claims. It's all about risk management. And who knows risk better than me? Nobody. We're seeing new players enter the market, and that’s fantastic. We are seeing larger deals being done, we are seeing new sponsors coming to market [and] we are seeing a meaningful expansion of risk. Speaking of deals, US and India Forge Trade Pact Amidst Global Realignment, it was one of my greatest deal. And it's a beautiful thing to watch.

The Climate Hoax…Maybe

Now, some people are saying this is all because of climate change. The climate hoax, you know? But, hey, even if it is, we're making money off of it. So, who's the genius now? These extreme weather events, they might be increasing, but so are the returns on these bonds. It's like taking lemonade and making something really special. And you know I'm good at making lemonade.

Returns Like You Wouldn't Believe

The returns on these CAT bonds are incredible. Equity-like returns, low volatility, and they don't correlate with the rest of the market. It's like finding the golden ticket, folks. Everyone wants in. You diversify your portfolio, you get safety, and you get big returns. What's not to like? It's a win-win, and I love win-wins. Especially when I'm winning more.

Analysts Are Saying Wonderful Things

Even the analysts are saying great things. Fitch Ratings, Swiss Re, they all agree – the market is strong. They expect continued growth, even though they whine about capital pressure. But hey, they always whine. The point is, CAT bonds are here to stay. And they're going to be huge. Really huge.

Looking Ahead: The Future is Bright

So, what's next? More growth, bigger deals, and even more money for smart investors. We're looking at potentially $20 billion in issuance next year. It won't be as massive as 2025, but it will still be huge. The second-largest year on record. And that's just the beginning. Believe me.