Insurance collections surge to P372B

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Insurance Industry Sees Surge in Premiums A Boost for Financial Protection

The Philippine Insurance Commission has announced a significant increase in premiums collected from licensed insurers and mutual benefit associations (MBAs) in the third quarter, reaching P372.08 billion - a 13.25% growth from the previous year.

This surge in demand for financial protection is a testament to the growing awareness among Filipinos of the importance of insurance in their lives. The acceleration in premiums collected is driven by the increasing trust and recognition of the vital role insurance plays in economic resilience, as well as the stronger awareness among Filipinos on the value of financial protection.

Life Insurance Leads the Charge

Notably, life insurance accounted for the largest share of premiums, with a 13.77% increase to P299.45 billion from P263.21 billion last year. This growth is driven by continued demand for traditional life insurance and variable life products.

Non-Life Insurance Also Sees Growth

Non-life insurance also experienced an impressive growth, rising by 13.07% to P60.07 billion from P53.13 billion last year. This increase was supported by higher demand for motor, property, and health-related policies.

Mutual Benefit Associations (MBAs) Contribute to Growth

MBAs, which serve low-income and cooperative-based clients, posted a 2.86% increase in total contributions to P12.57 billion. MBAs play an essential role in providing financial protection to those who need it most.

Assets and Net Worth Also See Increases

Total assets climbed by 4.72% to P2.62 trillion, while invested assets gained 2.92% to P2.32 trillion. Total net worth expanded by 8.49% to P525.97 billion.

While the insurance industry has seen significant growth, it still lags behind the global average in terms of insurance penetration - the ratio of insurance premiums to gross domestic product (GDP). Despite this, the country's insurance density, or average insurance spending per person, jumped by 12.3% to P3,267.91 from P2,910.10, indicating that more Filipinos are allocating a higher share of income to insurance coverage.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the surge in premiums collected is a positive sign for the insurance industry, highlighting the growing importance of financial protection among Filipinos. As the industry continues to grow and evolve, it is essential to prioritize initiatives that promote financial literacy and accessibility, ensuring that more people can benefit from the value of insurance.

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Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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