Life insurance - Spain

  • Spain
  • The Life insurance market market in Spain is projected to reach a market size (gross written premium) of US$26.58bn in 2024.
  • In that year, the average spending per capita in the Life insurance market market is estimated to be US$0.56k.
  • The market is expected to grow at an annual rate of -8.91% (CAGR 2024-2028), resulting in a market volume of US$18.30bn by 2028.
  • When compared to the global market, the United States is expected to generate the highest gross written premium, reaching US$1,271.0bn in 2024.
  • Spain's life insurance market is witnessing a surge in demand as consumers seek financial security and protection amidst economic uncertainty.
 
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Analyst Opinion

The Life insurance market in Spain has been experiencing significant growth and development in recent years. Customer preferences in the Spanish life insurance market have been shifting towards more comprehensive coverage options that provide not only financial protection but also investment opportunities for policyholders. Customers are increasingly looking for policies that offer a combination of life insurance and savings or investment components to meet their long-term financial goals. Trends in the market indicate a growing demand for unit-linked life insurance products in Spain. These products allow policyholders to invest part of their premiums in different financial instruments, such as stocks or bonds, providing the potential for higher returns compared to traditional life insurance policies. Additionally, there is a rising interest in protection-focused life insurance products that offer coverage for critical illnesses or disabilities, reflecting a growing awareness of the need for comprehensive financial protection. Local special circumstances in Spain, such as the country's aging population and low interest rates environment, have contributed to the development of the life insurance market. With an increasing number of retirees seeking financial security in their later years, there is a greater demand for life insurance products that can provide stable returns and long-term financial stability. The low interest rates have also prompted insurers to innovate and offer more diverse and flexible products to attract customers in a challenging investment environment. Underlying macroeconomic factors, such as economic stability and regulatory reforms, have played a crucial role in shaping the life insurance market in Spain. A stable economic environment has boosted consumer confidence and disposable income, driving the demand for life insurance products. Regulatory reforms aimed at enhancing consumer protection and transparency have also contributed to the market's growth by increasing trust and confidence in insurance companies among the general public.

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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