Life insurance - Bangladesh

  • Bangladesh
  • The Life insurance market market in Bangladesh is projected to reach a market size of US$9.09bn in 2024.
  • The average spending per capita in the Life insurance market market is expected to amount to US$52.02 in 2024.
  • Furthermore, the gross written premium is anticipated to show an annual growth rate of 3.96% (CAGR 2024-2029), resulting in a market volume of US$11.04bn by 2029.
  • In a global comparison, the United States is expected to generate the highest gross written premium with US$1,288.0bn in 2024.
  • Bangladesh's life insurance market is experiencing rapid growth due to rising awareness and increasing disposable income among the population.
 
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Analyst Opinion

The Life insurance market in Bangladesh has been experiencing significant growth and development in recent years.

Customer preferences:
Customers in Bangladesh are increasingly recognizing the importance of life insurance as a means of financial protection and long-term savings. With rising disposable incomes and a growing middle class, individuals are more inclined to invest in life insurance policies to secure their family's future and ensure financial stability in the face of uncertainties.

Trends in the market:
One notable trend in the Bangladeshi life insurance market is the shift towards digitalization and online insurance services. Insurers are leveraging technology to reach a wider customer base, simplify the insurance process, and enhance customer experience. Moreover, there is a growing demand for customized insurance products that cater to the specific needs of different customer segments, driving innovation and product diversification in the market.

Local special circumstances:
Bangladesh has a large population with a significant proportion of young individuals who are increasingly becoming aware of the benefits of life insurance. As a result, there is a growing demand for insurance products tailored to the needs of young policyholders, such as education plans and retirement savings schemes. Additionally, the regulatory environment in Bangladesh is becoming more conducive to the growth of the insurance sector, with the government implementing reforms to promote transparency, consumer protection, and market stability.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The economic growth and stability in Bangladesh have played a crucial role in the development of the life insurance market. As the economy continues to expand, individuals have more disposable income to invest in insurance products, driving market growth. Moreover, the low insurance penetration rate in the country indicates significant growth potential for insurers to tap into underserved market segments and expand their customer base.

Methodology

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2B and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on gross written premium, gross written premium per capita, gross claim payments, loss ratio, and distribution channels.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a Bottom-Up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market layer. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use industry associations, national statistic offices, and international organizations, such as OECD. Next we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as insurance consumer spending, gross domestic product, insurance - consumer price index (CPI), population growth. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, exponential trend smoothing and HOLT-linear. The main drivers are insurance consumer spending and insurance - consumer price index (CPI).

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level.

Overview

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