Legal Insurance - Iceland | Statista Market Forecast

The Legal Insurance market market in Iceland is projected to reach a market size (gross written premium) of US$2.99m in 2024.
The average spending per capita in the Legal Insurance market market is expected to amount to US$7.91 in 2024.
Furthermore, the gross written premium is projected to exhibit an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 5.63%, resulting in a market volume of US$3.93m by 2029.
In global comparison, the United States is anticipated to generate the highest gross written premium of US$31.0bn in 2024.
In Iceland, the demand for legal insurance is on the rise as individuals seek protection against potential high legal costs.

Definition:

Legal insurance is a type of coverage that provides individuals and organizations with financial support for legal expenses. When you have legal insurance, you pay regular premiums, and in return, the insurer helps cover the costs of legal services, such as attorney fees and court-related expenses. This insurance is designed to make legal assistance more accessible and affordable, ensuring that policyholders have the necessary support when they encounter legal issues or require legal advice.

Additional information:

The market contains the following KPIs: gross written premium aggregated for all countries and regions, gross written premium per capita, and the share of insureds in the total population for over 50 countries.

Before-the-event legal protection insurance
After-the-event legal protection insurance

All other insurance types, such as life insurance and health insurance
Reinsurance

The Legal Insurance market in Iceland has been experiencing significant growth and development in recent years. Customer preferences in the Legal Insurance market in Iceland are shifting towards more comprehensive coverage options that provide protection in a wide range of legal matters. Customers are increasingly looking for policies that offer support in areas such as employment disputes, property issues, and consumer rights, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance of legal protection in various aspects of life. Trends in the market show a rise in partnerships between legal insurance providers and legal firms in Iceland. This collaboration allows for a more streamlined and efficient process for customers seeking legal assistance, as well as a higher level of expertise and specialization in different legal areas. Additionally, there is a noticeable trend towards the customization of legal insurance policies to better suit the specific needs and preferences of individual customers in Iceland. Local special circumstances in Iceland, such as the country's small population and close-knit community, play a significant role in the development of the Legal Insurance market. The relatively small market size allows for more personalized and tailored legal insurance products and services, catering to the specific requirements of Icelandic customers. Moreover, the strong emphasis on trust and reliability in Icelandic society has led to an increased demand for legal insurance policies that offer transparent and straightforward coverage options. Underlying macroeconomic factors, such as Iceland's stable economic growth and increasing disposable income levels, have also contributed to the expansion of the Legal Insurance market. As individuals and businesses in Iceland have more financial resources at their disposal, they are more willing to invest in legal insurance to safeguard their interests and assets. Additionally, the growing complexity of legal regulations and requirements in Iceland has prompted a greater need for legal protection, further driving the demand for legal insurance products in the market.

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.

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