Non-life insurances - Northern Europe

  • Northern Europe
  • The Non-life insurance market in Northern Europe is projected to reach a market size (gross written premium) of US$31.48bn in 2024.
  • In the same year, the average spending per capita in the Non-life insurance market is expected to amount to US$929.20.
  • Looking ahead, the gross written premium is anticipated to exhibit an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2028) of 2.35%, leading to a market volume of US$34.54bn by 2028.
  • In comparison to other countries around Worldwide, the United States is expected to generate the highest gross written premium of US$3,371.0bn in 2024.
  • In Northern Europe, the non-life insurance market in Sweden is experiencing a surge in demand for home insurance due to increasing weather-related risks.
 
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Analyst Opinion

The Non-life insurances market in Northern Europe is experiencing a significant growth trajectory.

Customer preferences:
Customers in Northern Europe are increasingly seeking non-life insurance products that offer comprehensive coverage and innovative features. They prioritize insurers that provide personalized services, convenient digital platforms, and quick claims processing. Additionally, there is a rising demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly insurance options in line with the region's focus on sustainability.

Trends in the market:
In Sweden, there is a growing trend towards digitalization and InsurTech solutions, leading to an increase in online insurance purchases and policy management. Norway is witnessing a shift towards value-added services bundled with insurance products to enhance customer loyalty. Denmark is experiencing a rise in demand for cyber insurance as businesses prioritize protection against digital threats. Finland, on the other hand, is seeing a surge in pet insurance as more households consider pets as family members and seek comprehensive coverage for their well-being.

Local special circumstances:
Northern Europe's strict regulatory environment and high standards for consumer protection contribute to the market's stability and reliability. The region's well-established social welfare systems also influence the type of non-life insurance products preferred by customers. For instance, there is a strong emphasis on health and travel insurance due to the comprehensive healthcare coverage provided by the government.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The stable economic conditions in Northern Europe, coupled with high disposable incomes, have increased the affordability of non-life insurance products. The region's aging population and changing demographics have led to an increased awareness of the importance of insurance coverage for retirement planning and long-term care. Furthermore, the competitive landscape among insurance providers has resulted in product innovation and competitive pricing to cater to the evolving needs of customers in the region.

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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