Property Insurance - Singapore | Statista Market Forecast

The Property Insurance market market in Singapore is expected to reach a projected market size (gross written premium) of US$1.84bn in 2024.
By that year, the average spending per capita in the Property Insurance market market is estimated to be US$304.30.
The market is also projected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 2.27%, which will result in a market volume of US$2.06bn by 2029.
In global comparison, the United States is expected to generate the highest gross written premium, amounting to US$240.4bn in 2024.
The property insurance market in Singapore is witnessing a surge in demand due to the increasing number of high-rise developments and the city-state's vulnerability to natural disasters.

Definition:

The property insurance market encompasses insurance products that protect individuals and businesses from financial losses related to damage or loss of property, such as homes, commercial buildings, or personal belongings. Policyholders pay regular premiums to insurance providers, and in return, these insurers offer coverage for events like fire, theft, natural disasters, and other property-related risks. Property insurance is crucial for safeguarding assets and providing financial assistance to repair or replace property damaged or lost due to covered incidents.

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.

Insurance for all damage or loss of property caused by fire and natural forces
Insurance for all damage or loss of property caused by crime

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

The Property Insurance market in Singapore has been experiencing significant growth and transformation in recent years.

Customer preferences: Customers in Singapore are increasingly seeking comprehensive property insurance coverage that not only protects their physical assets but also provides liability coverage. This shift in preference towards more holistic insurance packages has been driven by a growing awareness of the potential risks and liabilities associated with property ownership in a densely populated and urbanized environment.

Trends in the market: One notable trend in the Singaporean Property Insurance market is the increasing demand for customizable insurance solutions tailored to the unique needs of individual property owners. Insurers are responding to this trend by offering flexible policy options that allow customers to select specific coverage areas based on their preferences and risk profiles. Additionally, there is a rising interest in digital insurance platforms that provide convenient access to policy information, claims processing, and risk management tools.

Local special circumstances: Singapore's status as a global financial hub and a regional center for multinational corporations has contributed to the growth of the Property Insurance market. The presence of a large number of high-value commercial properties and residential developments has created opportunities for insurers to offer specialized insurance products for different segments of the market. Moreover, the government's emphasis on building a resilient and sustainable infrastructure has led to increased awareness of the importance of property insurance in mitigating risks associated with natural disasters and climate change.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The steady economic growth and stable political environment in Singapore have bolstered consumer confidence and investment in real estate, driving the demand for property insurance. Additionally, the regulatory environment in Singapore is conducive to the growth of the insurance industry, with stringent guidelines in place to ensure financial stability and consumer protection. The country's strategic location in Southeast Asia and its strong connectivity to global markets have also attracted foreign insurers to establish a presence in Singapore, further expanding the range of insurance products available to customers.

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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Berkshire Hathaway, State Farm, and Progressive Corp are just some of the biggest property and casualty insurance companies in the world - all of which hail from the United States. Property and casualty insurance is a type of insurance which covers risks related to loss or damage of property. This type of insurance has two major areas: protection of physical objects and protection against legal liability. In total, the value of gross premiums written by the U.S. property and casualty insurance sector exceeded 850 billion U.S. dollars in 2022. In the same year, 35 percent of the U.S. P&C premiums were written by private passenger auto insurance companies.