Property Insurance - Switzerland | Statista Market Forecast

The Property Insurance market market in Switzerland is expected to reach a projected market size of US$5.05bn in 2024, based on the gross written premium.
Each person is estimated to spend an average of US$570.10 on Property Insurance market in the same year.
It is anticipated that the gross written premium will experience an annual growth rate of 4.08% from 2024 to 2029, resulting in a market volume of US$6.16bn by 2029.
In comparison to other countries, the United States is projected to generate the highest gross written premium of US$240.4bn in 2024.
Switzerland's property insurance market is experiencing a surge in demand due to the country's high standard of living and emphasis on protecting valuable assets.

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

Over the past few years, the Property Insurance market in Switzerland has shown steady growth and resilience despite various challenges in the global economy. Customer preferences in the Swiss Property Insurance market indicate a strong inclination towards comprehensive coverage that not only protects against traditional risks such as fire and theft but also offers additional benefits such as natural disaster coverage and liability protection. Customers in Switzerland value transparency, reliability, and personalized services from insurance providers. One of the key trends in the Swiss Property Insurance market is the increasing demand for innovative products that cater to the evolving needs of customers. Insurtech companies are gaining traction by offering digital solutions that streamline the insurance process and provide real-time risk assessment. Additionally, there is a growing awareness among customers regarding the importance of sustainable and environmentally friendly insurance options, driving the development of green insurance products in the market. Local special circumstances in Switzerland, such as the high standard of living, strict building regulations, and exposure to natural disasters like avalanches and floods, significantly impact the Property Insurance market. Insurance providers in Switzerland must navigate complex regulatory frameworks and invest in risk management strategies to address the unique challenges posed by the local environment. Underlying macroeconomic factors, such as stable economic growth, low interest rates, and a strong regulatory environment, contribute to the overall stability and growth of the Property Insurance market in Switzerland. The country's robust financial sector and affluent population create a favorable market landscape for insurance providers to offer a wide range of products and services. In conclusion, the Property Insurance market in Switzerland continues to evolve in response to changing customer preferences, technological advancements, and local market dynamics. By adapting to these trends and leveraging macroeconomic factors, insurance providers can capitalize on the opportunities presented by the Swiss 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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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.