Examining the relationship between intellectual capital and solvency risk: The moderating effect of the board of directors

Abstract This study explores the impact of intellectual capital (IC) on solvency risk and examines the moderating effect of the board of directors. This study used fixed‐effect analysis and hierarchical regression models to test the research hypotheses. The results reveal that IC composition significantly impacts insurers' solvency risk. Additionally, independent directors of life insurers have a positive impact on solvency, and non‐life insurers' board size has a positive impact on solvency. Moreover, we find that the board of directors has a moderating effect on IC and solvency risks in life insurance. Fundamentally, the results provide valuable implications for insurers in improving their solvency and supervision bases for the competent authorities.