General insurance industry posts 4% growth in first half


Underwriting profit results improved by RM153mil to RM629mil.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s general insurance industry recorded a gross written premium (GWP) of RM12.3bil in the first half of 2025 (1H25), marking a 4% increase from RM11.8bil recorded in 1H24.

In a statement, the Persatuan Insurans Am Malaysia (Piam) said the GWP growth was underpinned by strengthened operational performance and improved efficiency across the sector with underwriting profit results improving by RM153mil to RM629mil.

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