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SubscribeRising reinsurance costs continue to challenge underwriting profitability across personal lines.
New discussion paper targets group insurance design and premium affordability.
Latest broker survey shows rate increases moderating for the first time in 18 months.
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APRA's Jane Magill told the All Actuaries Summit that TPD insurance is being tested by a sharp rise in mental health claims — now one in three claims paid, with mental health claims for people in their 30s up over 700% in the past decade.
ASIC's latest guidance on claims handling practices imposes stricter timeframes on insurers for acknowledging and resolving claims, with a focus on transparency and fair outcomes for policyholders.
Premium rates for retail life insurance saw modest adjustments in Q1 2026. Group insurance rates remain under pressure as reinsurers tighten terms across income protection and TPD lines.
Australian general insurers reported improved combined ratios in FY25 though natural catastrophe costs and rising reinsurance premiums continue to challenge underwriting profitability.
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