Non-life insurances - Southeast Asia

The Non-life insurance market in Southeast Asia is projected to reach a market size (gross written premium) of US$49.46bn in 2024.
The average spending per capita in this market is estimated to be US$71.41 in the same year.
It is expected that the gross written premium will experience an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 2.82%, leading to a market volume of US$56.85bn by 2029.
When compared globally, the United States is anticipated to generate the highest gross written premium of US$2.5tn in 2024.
In Southeast Asia, the non-life insurance market in Singapore is experiencing a surge in demand due to the country's robust economy and high standard of living.

Definition:

Non-life insurance, also known as general insurance, covers a wide range of insurance products that protect against financial losses related to events other than death. Non-life insurance is designed to provide policyholders with financial support and protection in various circumstances, like car accidents, property damage, and medical expenses.

Structure:

The non-life insurance market covers the following insurance types: health, motor vehicles, property, general liability, and legal.

Additional information:

The market contains the following KPIs: gross written premium aggregated for all countries and regions, gross written premium per capita, gross claim payments, and the loss ratio – calculated as gross claim payments divided by gross written premium.

Health insurances
Motor Vehicle insurances
Property insurances
General Liability insurances
Legal insurances

Live insurances
Other non-live insurances, such as travel insurance, freight insurance, and accident insurance
Reinsurance

Over the past few years, the Non-life insurances market in Southeast Asia has been experiencing significant growth and development. Customer preferences in the region are shifting towards more comprehensive insurance coverage, driven by increasing awareness of the importance of risk protection. Customers are now seeking policies that not only cover traditional risks such as property damage and motor accidents but also provide coverage for emerging risks like cybersecurity threats and natural disasters. Trends in the market vary across different countries in Southeast Asia. For instance, in Singapore, there is a growing demand for innovative insurance products that leverage technology such as telematics and artificial intelligence to provide more personalized and efficient services. On the other hand, in Indonesia, the market is witnessing a trend towards microinsurance products that are more affordable and accessible to the mass market. Local special circumstances also play a significant role in shaping the Non-life insurances market in Southeast Asia. For example, regulatory frameworks in countries like Thailand and Malaysia are evolving to promote market competition and consumer protection. In addition, the presence of a large young population in countries like the Philippines is driving the demand for insurance products tailored to the needs and preferences of millennials. Underlying macroeconomic factors such as GDP growth, urbanization, and regulatory reforms are contributing to the development of the Non-life insurances market in Southeast Asia. As economies in the region continue to grow and become more interconnected, there is a greater need for insurance products that can mitigate risks associated with economic volatility and geopolitical uncertainties. Overall, the Non-life insurances market in Southeast Asia is poised for further growth and innovation as insurance companies continue to adapt to evolving customer preferences, market trends, and local special circumstances in the region.

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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Both the number and cost of global risks are rising due to drivers, such as climate change and cyber crime, and these trends are impacting in the insurance industry. The global insurance market was worth almost six trillion U.S. dollars in 2022, but this looks set to increase substantially in the coming years. Cyber crime is consistently seen as a leading risk to global business by risk management experts. Meanwhile, the cost of natural disaster losses rose over the past two decades. These risks are likely to grow in the future, which will sustain the growth of the insurance sector.