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Following the news of UK life insurer, DeadHappy, has run into anger over its recent advertising campaign featuring an image of Harold Shipman accompanied by the line “because you never know who your doctor might be”; Benjamin Hatton, Insurance Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “DeadHappy has positioned itself […]
Medibank regains top position in Australia health insurance market in 2022, reveals GlobalData
Medibank regained its position as the leading Australian health insurer in 2022, ending the six-year dominance of Bupa, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s Insurance Database reveals that in a highly consolidated Australian health insurance market, Medibank’s direct written premiums (DWP) grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.1% during […]
NHS crisis may result in more demand for private medical insurance despite the rising cost of living, says GlobalData
The NHS is in crisis due to a backlog from the pandemic, underfunding, staff shortages, and strikes throughout the end of 2022 and the start of 2023, which should spark growth in private medical insurance, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company found that as concerns regarding the NHS rise as a result of […]
More than half of UK employees did not anticipate returning to an office-based working model in 2022, says GlobalData
More than half of UK employees did not believe they would return to in-office work full time in 2022, according to a survey by GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that increasing consumer demand for flexible working models will present both challenges and opportunities for insurers moving forward. GlobalData’s survey, conducted as part […]
Vietnam life insurance industry to reach $17 billion by 2026, driven by economic recovery and endowment insurance demand, forecasts GlobalData
The life insurance industry in Vietnam is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.8% from VND159.2 trillion ($6.9 billion) in 2021 to VND410.3 trillion ($17 billion) in 2026 in terms of gross written premium (GWP), forecasts GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. According to GlobalData’s Insurance database, the Vietnamese […]
Profitability of UK’s property insurance market in 2023 clouded by uncertainty due to increasing floods and storms, says GlobalData
Following the news that heavy rain could swamp some homes and businesses, as winds up to 60mph are expected to hit parts of the UK; Md. Shabbir Ansari, Senior Insurance Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The UK is expected to experience severe flooding in February 2023, as predicted […]
WEBINAR: 9.0% of pet and 11.1% of travel insurance policies canceled in 2022 as inflation bites UK consumers, says GlobalData
On Tuesday 7 February 2023 at 3:00PM GMT, the Insurance team at GlobalData will host a webinar on how high inflation and the wider cost of living crisis are having an impact on the insurance industry and policyholders globally. Click here to register, and find out: 1. How consumer purchasing behaviours are changing as a result […]
Hong Kong life insurance industry to rebound in 2023, driven by economic recovery and easing travel restrictions, says GlobalData
The Hong Kong life insurance industry is set to return to growth in 2023, after declining by 0.3% and 4.6% in 2021 and 2022, respectively, due to strict COVID-19 restrictions and economic slowdown. The recovery in the country’s life insurance market will be driven by ongoing positive economic developments and lifting of international travel restrictions, […]
Saudi Arabia’s general insurance industry to reach $14.5 billion by 2026, driven by increased health awareness and recurring natural disasters, says GlobalData
Saudi Arabia’s general insurance industry is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%, from SAR40.3 billion ($10.7 billion) in 2021 to SAR54.6 billion ($14.5 billion) in 2026 in terms of gross written premiums (GWP), according to GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that growth will be driven by […]
Inflation stands out as the insurance industry’s biggest challenge in 2023, says GlobalData
As we enter 2023, record-high inflation and the consequent cost-of-living crisis will be the greatest challenge faced by the insurance industry according to industry experts, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that as consumers are more squeezed than ever financially, insurers may need to be flexible and innovative in order to retain […]
Portugal’s general insurance industry to reach $9.3 billion by 2026, forecasts GlobalData
In terms of gross written premiums (GWP), Portugal’s general insurance industry is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from €5.7 billion ($6.8 billion) in 2021 to €7.6 billion ($9.3 billion) in 2026, forecasts GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. According to GlobalData’s Insurance Database, Portugal’s insurance industry is projected to grow by […]
Huatai deal will further consolidate Chubb’s life insurance business in APAC, says GlobalData
Chubb received approval from the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission (CBIRC) on 18 November 2022, to increase its stake in Huatai Insurance Group from 47.3% to 83.2%. The acquisition will allow Chubb to further consolidate its life insurance business in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region and give access to Huatai’s 19 million customer base and […]
Digital distribution and customization to boost revenues of top Singapore insurers, says GlobalData
The top insurance companies in Singapore are set to witness a revenue growth over coming years, as digital distribution and increased customization enable them to enhance their offerings amidst a positive environment created by easing COVID-19 restrictions and a recovery in global economic activity to pre-pandemic levels, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. […]
Webinar invite: ESG initiatives will help insurers attract customers amid cost of living crisis, says GlobalData
On Wednesday, 14 December at 3:00pm GMT, the Insurance team at GlobalData will host a webinar on their 2023 predictions for the insurance industry. Click here to register, and find out: How concerned are SMEs about inflation and how will it impact their insurance? How important is ESG to consumers and businesses? And how will insurers […]
Bima Sugam and 5G rollout will increase insurance penetration in India, says GlobalData
The launch of Bima Sugam, an online marketplace for all insurance services, and the rollout of 5G services are expected to help insurance reach to a wider population and provide a hassle-free experience for customers and insurers in India, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India […]
Progressive overtakes State Farm to become largest US motor insurer, says GlobalData
Progressive Corporation has overtaken State Farm to become the largest motor insurer in the US. The company’s growth was largely driven by its expanding for-hire transportation business, as well as higher advertising campaigns and its affiliation with a larger number of insurance agencies, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s Insurance Database reveals that Progressive’s […]
Zurich-Mondelez dispute highlights need for insurers to be clear on ‘war’ cover with customers as SMEs take out more cyber insurance due to Russia-Ukraine conflict, according to GlobalData
Cyberattacks instigated by Russia could be set to cause more disputes between businesses and insurers following the Zurich-Mondelez case, found GlobalData. According to the leading data and analytics company, nearly one in 10 small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) that bought cyber insurance in 2022 did so as a precaution against the Russia-Ukraine conflict, meaning […]
Singapore’s general insurance industry to reach $6.6 billion in 2026, forecasts GlobalData
The general insurance industry in Singapore is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% from SGD4.7 billion ($3.5 billion) in 2021 to SGD6.6 billion ($5.1 billion) in 2026, in terms of gross written premium (GWP), forecasts Global Data, a leading data and analytics company. According to GlobalData, the growth in […]
Over half of UK consumers would consider paying higher premiums to insurers seen as leaders in sustainability, according to GlobalData
A recent survey by GlobalData* has highlighted the importance of sustainability to insurance customers. The leading data and analytics company found that 41.4% of consumers are willing to pay more for an insurance policy from a provider with a good record on sustainability, with a further 10.2% sitting on the fence. Ben Carey-Evans, Senior Insurance […]
Warburg Pincus set to disrupt digital insurance space in Southeast Asia with Oona Insurance, says GlobalData
US-based Warburg Pincus plans to set up a digital general insurance company Oona Insurance (Oona) with an initial investment of $350 million, as part of a strategy to expand into digital insurance in Southeast Asia. The investment, which marks the biggest seed funding in an online insurance platform in the region, will further expand Warburg […]