Insurance premiums rise 5.6% in third quarter
The figures show overall premium growth, led by life insurance, despite a small decline in general insurance.
Tuesday 3 November · 02:25 · 1 min read
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What happened
Cambodia’s insurance market recorded $102.41 million in gross premiums in the third quarter of 2026, a 5.6% increase from the same period a year earlier. The Insurance Regulator of Cambodia said strong growth in life insurance drove the increase, while general insurance fell slightly.
Why it matters
The figures show the total premiums recorded by insurers, not how much any one person paid or received. The report does not give details about changes in prices or coverage for customers.
Background
The figures were released by the Insurance Regulator of Cambodia and compare the third quarter of 2026 with the same period in 2025.
Key terms
- Gross premiums
- Total premiums recorded before deductions or expenses.
- Life insurance
- Insurance that provides benefits linked to a person’s life or death.
- General insurance
- Insurance other than life insurance, covering risks such as damage or loss.
Sources (1)
[1] Khmer Times Insurance market grows 5.6% in third quarter 3 Nov Read originalWas this explainer clear?
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