US Home Insurers Report Significant Underwriting Losses in 2023
Sunday, 28 July 2024, 17:08
US Home Insurers Face Historic Loss
In 2023, property insurers experienced their worst net underwriting loss since 2000, tallying $15.2 billion. This figure more than doubled from the previous year's losses and highlights a concerning trend in the insurance sector.
Key Factors Influencing Losses
- Population Growth: Areas vulnerable to natural disasters are seeing significant population increases.
- Insured Values: Rising population leads to increased property development, thus raising insured values.
- Vulnerability: Six states, including California, Texas, and Washington, accounted for half the country's population growth in the 2010s.
According to Christopher Graham, a senior industry analyst at AM Best, a growing population means a larger rise in real property development. This situation necessitates careful reevaluation of risk management strategies within the home insurance industry.
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