GCO.MC BME

Grupo Catalana Occidente, S.A. (GCO.MC), a subsidiary of INOC, S.A., is a global financial services entity based in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1864 and known as Catalana Occidente, S.A. until its name change in 2001, the company primarily delivers a broad spectrum of insurance and reinsurance solutions worldwide. Its operations are divided into two main segments: Traditional Business and Credit Insurance Business. The Traditional Business unit provides extensive coverage, including multi-risk policies for various assets like family homes, commercial establishments (stores, retail outlets, offices, SMEs), and residential blocks. It also offers life insurance products such as risk, savings, pension plans, and investment funds, in addition to funeral and health insurance. This segment further includes motor vehicle insurance, as well as specialized policies for machinery breakdown, electrical equipment, industrial risks, accidents, transport, and third-party and civil liability. Conversely, the Credit Insurance Business segment focuses on credit and surety insurance offerings. Beyond its core insurance and reinsurance activities, the group also has stakes in real estate development and stock brokerage. Its diverse portfolio of services is marketed through several well-recognized brands, including Seguros Catalana Occidente, Plus Ultra Seguros, Seguros Bilbao, NorteHispana Seguros, Crédito y Caución, Atradius, and Atradius Re.