Insurances

The Insurances market in Peru is expected to reach a projected market size (gross written premium) of US$4.69bn in 2024.
Within this market, Life insurances dominate with a projected market volume of US$2.78bn in 2024.
On average, Per capita spending in the Insurances market is estimated to be US$135.20 in 2024.
In comparison to other countries, it is worth noting that the United States is projected to have the highest nominal value in the Insurances market, reaching US$3.8tn in 2024.
Looking ahead, the gross written premium is expected to grow at an annual rate of 4.11% (CAGR 2024-2029).
This growth will result in a market volume of US$5.74bn by 2029.
Once again, the United States is expected to generate the highest gross written premium in the global comparison, with a projected value of US$3.8tn in 2024.
Peru's insurance market is experiencing a growing demand for microinsurance products tailored to the needs of low-income individuals and small businesses.

Definition:

Insurance is a financial arrangement that provides individuals or businesses with protection against unexpected financial losses. In exchange for regular payments, known as premiums, an insurance policyholder is covered in case of specific events, such as accidents, illnesses, or damage to property. When a covered event occurs, the insurance company compensates the policyholder, helping them recover from the financial impact of the loss or damage. Gross written premium (GWP) is the main indicator of the insurance market. It is the total amount of money that an insurance company collects from policyholders for their insurance coverage before deducting expenses or commissions.

Structure:

The insurance market comprises life and non-life insurances. 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, loss ratio – calculated as gross claim payments divided by gross written premium, for selected European countries the distribution channels of insurance bookings, and the share of insureds in the total population for over 50 countries for live, health, motor vehicle, property, general liability, and legal insurances.

Life insurances
Non-life insurances

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

The Insurances market in Peru has been experiencing significant growth and development in recent years.

Customer preferences: Peruvian customers are increasingly looking for insurance products that offer comprehensive coverage at competitive prices. They value insurance companies that provide personalized services and quick claims processing. Additionally, there is a growing demand for digital insurance solutions that offer convenience and accessibility.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in the insurance market in Peru is the increasing adoption of microinsurance products. These products cater to the needs of low-income individuals and small businesses, providing them with affordable insurance options. Another notable trend is the rise of health insurance products, driven by growing awareness of the importance of health coverage among Peruvians.

Local special circumstances: In Peru, the insurance market is heavily influenced by regulatory changes and government initiatives aimed at promoting financial inclusion. The government has been working to create a more favorable regulatory environment for insurance companies, which has led to increased competition and innovation in the market. Additionally, the presence of a large informal economy in Peru has created opportunities for insurance companies to develop products tailored to the needs of informal workers.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The growth of the insurance market in Peru can be attributed to several underlying macroeconomic factors. A stable economic environment, rising disposable incomes, and a growing middle class have all contributed to increased demand for insurance products. Additionally, the country's young population and increasing urbanization rates have created a larger customer base for insurance companies to target.

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.

This report presents a comprehensive analysis and additional information on the Financial market, in a PDF format.

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.