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Group expects non-life sector to maintain growth
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/12/2025
» The non-life insurance industry is projected to maintain steady growth in 2026, with written premiums surging 2.5-3.5% to 303 billion baht despite rising risks from climate change, technology disruption and global economic uncertainties, says the Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA).
Regulator eases investment rules for insurance firms
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 18/12/2025
» The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) has eased investment restrictions on insurance companies, lowering equity risk charges to allow insurers to invest more in the Thai stock market.
New insurance strategy to tackle climate disasters
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/10/2025
» The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) is launching a new strategic roadmap to strengthen Thailand's non-life insurance sector, aiming to address rising disaster risks and the growing challenges of an ageing population.
Non-life growth seen falling short
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/09/2025
» The non-life insurance industry's rate of growth is projected to fall below expectations at only 2.5% this year, but stronger expansion could be seen next year, driven by economic stimulus under the new government and increased consumer and business spending following the upcoming election.
Tris upbeat on life sector expanding this year
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 06/05/2025
» Thailand's life insurance sector is expected to expand steadily this year, supported by rising health awareness and growing demand for critical illness coverage, while non-life insurers may see margins tighten amid rising claims from natural disasters, says credit rating agency Tris.
Call for caution amid market volatility
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/04/2025
» The Thai Financial Planners Association (TFPA) advises investors to adjust their portfolios during market volatility over the next 3-6 months by reducing exposure to high-risk assets, increasing holdings in high-liquidity assets, and favouring Chinese equities over US stocks.
Insuring against earthquake risk
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 05/04/2025
» The 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and parts of Thailand on March 28 left significant cracks in high-rise buildings in Bangkok and surrounding provinces.
Fewer Thais may head abroad in April
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/04/2025
» The recent earthquake could result in fewer Thais travelling abroad during the Songkran holiday compared with previous years, as they have heightened concerns about repair costs for damaged property, says the Thai unit of French insurer AXA.
Earthquake insurance prices set to rise after Bangkok damage
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 01/04/2025
» The insurance industry is preparing to mitigate the impact of natural disaster risks after most parts of Thailand, including Bangkok, were hit by a strong earthquake on Friday, pointing out that free earthquake coverage would no longer be available.
BKI considers investment in EV repair garage facilities
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 28/03/2025
» Bangkok Insurance (BKI), a non-life insurer majority-owned by Bangkok Bank, is studying a plan for a joint venture with Chinese investors to establish a repair garage for electric vehicles (EVs), in a bid to support the company's long-term growth potential.