...+ Over the past couple of years, Argo Group US Inc. and its parent have invested in technology, advanced its risk management, and undertaken initiatives to diversify its underwriting portfolio. + The company's leveraging of its technology platform and use of predictive analytics are providing additional opportunities for growth and expense efficiencies. + Argo's increasing use of risk-reward analysis to drive strategic initiatives could provide better ability to manage its expanding portfolio and optimize returns. + We are therefore revising our outlook on Argo to positive from stable, and affirming our 'A-' long-term issuer credit and insurer financial strength ratings on the company's core operating subsidiaries. + The positive outlook means that we could upgrade Argo within the next 24 months if it is successful in leveraging its strategic risk management capabilities, resulting in a sustained improvement in underwriting performance in line with that of 'A' rated peers....
