September 3, 2026
Tunisia: Direct insurers show 13% rise in premiums in 1H2026 on robust life and health performance
Direct insurers in Tunisia reported a total turnover of TND2.53bn ($867.7m) in the first half of 2026, 13% higher compared to the corresponding half of 2025, according to data from the General Insurance Committee (CGA). Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
September 3, 2026
Saudi Arabia: Large insurers drive industry’s 1H2026 profitability
Saudi Arabia’s listed insurance sector reported a significant improvement in profitability in the first half of 2026 compared following an exceptionally weak 1H2025, Moody’s Ratings said in a report released earlier this week. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
September 3, 2026
S&P maintains stable global reinsurance outlook despite further pricing pressure
Despite expectations that reinsurance pricing will soften further in 2027 amid ample capacity from both traditional reinsurers and alternative capital providers, S&P maintains a stable outlook for the global reinsurance sector, with “strong fundamentals” expected to offset increasingly challenging near-term market conditions. Source: Reinsurance news
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Bilal Jarjour
September 3, 2026
Global catastrophe bond issuances hit $17.3 billion in 6 months
Global catastrophe bond issuances reached a new record in the first half of this year, hitting $17.3 billion, according to the latest report from the credit rating agency AM Best. This shows the continued strong growth of the insurance-linked securities (ILS) market and its increasing role in providing capacity for reinsurance markets. Source: المال
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Bilal Jarjour
September 2, 2026
Algeria: Ministry of Finance updates compulsory Nat CAT insurance premiums
Natural catastrophe insurance premium rates have been revised in Algeria following the issuance of a new decree by the Ministry of Finance. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
September 2, 2026
Insurance Federation: US–Iranian war heightens marine insurance pressure
The Insurers Federation of Egypt (IFE) clarified that the repercussions of the US–Iranian war continue to exert mounting pressure on international shipping and marine insurance markets, amid an ongoing decline in vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and the expanding scope of conflict-related risks—including physical damage, sanctions, and restrictions on payments and claims settlement.…
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Bilal Jarjour
September 2, 2026
Saudi Arabia: Insurance operations boost sector profits by 24.3% to around $500 million
The Saudi insurance sector has entered a new phase of growth, driven by improved insurance results, higher operational efficiency, and enhanced claims and risk management. Source: الشرق الأوسط
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Bilal Jarjour
September 2, 2026
Best’s Market Segment Report: Global life/annuity reinsurers poised for steady growth
A new AM Best report notes an increased level of reinsurance leverage by U.S. life/annuity (L/A) companies ceding out business, which is being fueled by strong annuity product growth, higher interest rates, and further offshore transactions as a result of differing capital regimes. Source: AM Best
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Bilal Jarjour
August 31, 2026
Syria: Insurance Supervisory Authority gives update on regulatory and legislative work
The board of directors of the Insurance Supervisory Authority, chaired by Minister of Finance Mr. Mohammed Yisr Barnieh has reviewed the draft of the basic system for the Syrian Insurance Union and the Union of Insurance Agents and Brokers. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
August 31, 2026
Saudi Arabia near approval of state-backed marine freight insurance initiative
The program aims to contain the increase in war risk premiums and protect supply chains from shipping disruptions in the region. Source: Bloombergالشرق
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