Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Australia Non Life Insurance Market Trends and Opportunities 2017



The written premium of the non-life segment increased at a CAGR of 5.3% during the review period. The rise was partly due to an increase in GDP at the end of review period, growing demand for property insurance, and the occurrence of natural disasters during 2010-2012 that increased premium costs. The occurrence of natural disasters has increased the level of risk and driven consumer preparation for risk avoidance. These factors, along with growth in the property and automobile categories, are expected to drive the growth of the non-life insurance segment over the forecast period. As such, the segment’s written premium is expected to increase at a projected CAGR of 4.8% over the forecast period.


This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the non-life insurance market in Australia: It provides historical values for Australia’s non-life insurance market for the report’s 2008-2012 review period and forecast figures for the 2012-2017 forecast period. It offers a detailed analysis of the key sub-segments in Australia’s non-life insurance market, along with market forecasts until 2017. It covers an exhaustive list of parameters, including written premium, incurred loss, loss ratio, commissions and expenses, combined ratio, frauds and crimes, total assets, total investment income and retentions. It analyses the various distribution channels for non-life insurance products in Australia. Using Porter’s industry-standard “Five Forces” analysis, it details the competitive landscape in Australia for the non-life insurance business. It provides a detailed analysis of the reinsurance market in Australia and its growth prospects. It profiles the top non-life insurance companies in Australia and outlines the key regulations affecting them.


Make strategic business decisions using historic and forecast market data related to the Australian non-life insurance market and each sector within it. Understand the demand-side dynamics, key market trends and growth opportunities within the Australian non-life insurance market.  Assess the competitive dynamics in the non-life insurance market, along with the reinsurance segment. Identify the growth opportunities and market dynamics within key product categories. Gain insights into key regulations governing the Australian insurance market and its impact on companies and the market’s future.

The Australian non-life insurance segment grew at a CAGR of 5.3% during the review period. The written premium of the non-life segment is expected to increase at a projected CAGR of 4.8% over the forecast period. The network of brokers is the leading distribution channel in the non-life insurance segment. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is the insurance regulatory body and is authorized to issue and retract the licenses of insurers, agents, brokers and related stakeholders. The non-life segment is fragmented and relatively mature in terms of product development, risk assessment and management.


Table of Content

9 Competitive Landscape and Strategic Insights
9.1 Overview
9.2 Leading Companies in the Australian Non-Life Insurance Segment
9.3 Comparison of top five insurers
9.3.1 Gross written premium
9.3.2 Outwards reinsurance expense
9.3.3 Net earned premiums
9.3.4 Gross claims
9.3.5 Paid claims
9.3.6 Total assets
9.3.7 Total investment income
9.4 QBE Insurance (Australia) Ltd - Company Overview
9.4.1 QBE Insurance (Australia) Ltd - key facts
9.4.2 QBE Insurance (Australia) Ltd - key financials
9.5 Insurance Australia Group Ltd - Company Overview
9.5.1 Insurance Australia Group Ltd - key facts
9.5.2 Insurance Australia Group Ltd - Key Financials
9.6 Allianz Australia Insurance Ltd - Company Overview
9.6.1 Allianz Australia Insurance Ltd - key facts
9.6.2 Allianz Australia Insurance Ltd - key financials
9.7 Insurance Manufacturers of Australia Pty Ltd (IMA) - Company Overview
9.7.1 Insurance Manufacturers of Australia Pty Ltd (IMA) - key facts
9.7.2 Insurance Manufacturers of Australia Pty Ltd (IMA) - key financials
9.8 Australian Associated Motor Insurers Ltd - Company Overview
9.8.1 Australian Associated Motor Insurers Ltd - key facts
9.8.2 Australian Associated Motor Insurers Ltd - key financials
9.9 CGU Insurance Australia Ltd - Company Overview
9.9.1 CGU Insurance Australia Ltd - key facts
9.9.2 CGU Insurance Australia Ltd - key financials
9.1 GIO General Ltd - Company Overview
9.10.1 GIO General Ltd - key facts
9.10.2 GIO General Ltd - key financials
9.11 Vero Insurance Ltd - Company Overview
9.11.1 Vero Insurance Ltd - key facts
9.11.2 Vero Insurance Ltd - key financials
9.12 Wesfarmers General Insurance Ltd - Company Overview
9.12.1 Wesfarmers General Insurance Ltd - key facts
9.12.2 Wesfarmers General Insurance Ltd - key financials
9.13 Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd - Company Overview
9.13.1 Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd - key facts
9.13.2 Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd - key financials