October 15, 2026
Global: insurers’ selectivity puts pressure on the global aviation insurance market
According to Marsh, the capacity remained available in the global aviation insurance market during the first half of year 2026. However, insurers have become increasingly selective in underwriting risks amid rising claims and replacement costs, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical tensions. Source: Al Morakeb
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Bilal Jarjour
October 15, 2026
MENA: Region’s market continues to attract attention despite geopolitical tensions
Although geopolitical tensions have intensified in the region, the Middle East and North Africa markets present good topline growth potential for reinsurers, and continue to attract international interest, according to a new AM Best report. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
October 14, 2026
Egypt: Alaa El-Zuhairy: Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the future of insurance and reinsurance in Africa
Artificial Intelligence is a practical tool that can help improve insurance underwriting, fraud detection, claims analysis, risk assessment, and pricing, while also enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the development of insurance products. Source: أموال الغد
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Bilal Jarjour
October 14, 2026
UAE: strengthening its position as an ideal retirement destination through a comprehensive health insurance system
The UAE continues to reinforce its position as an attractive destination for living and settling down after retirement, supported by an advanced healthcare system and an insurance market offering a wide range of options to meet residents’ needs at different stages of life. Source: Al Morakeb
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Bilal Jarjour
October 14, 2026
Turkey: P&C insurance sector’s ROE expected to exceed 30% over the next 2 years
The Turkish property and casualty (P&C) market’s return on equity (ROE) will remain robust at above 30% over the next two years, said S&P Global Ratings (S&P). Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
October 14, 2026
Egyptian Insurance Federation recommends developing products tailored to customers’ needs
The Egyptian Insurance Federation has recommended developing insurance products that align with customers’ actual needs, behaviors, and preferences amid the rapid pace of digital transformation and evolving customer expectations. This approach is expected to improve the customer experience, increase satisfaction levels, and expand the penetration of insurance coverage in the local market. Source: المال
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Bilal Jarjour
October 12, 2026
Egypt: insurance companies required to document client acknowledgement of policy terms and disclosures
The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), chaired by Dr Islam Azzam, has issued a circular requiring insurance companies to document that clients have reviewed the essential terms, conditions, and associated disclosures of insurance policies prior to concluding the contract. Source: أموال الغد
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Bilal Jarjour
October 12, 2026
Jordan: Central Bank works on online insurance regulatory framework
The Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ) is currently working to develop regulatory frameworks for licensing digital insurance platforms and updating the legal framework governing online insurance operations. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
October 12, 2026
General: retirement, wealth transfer, and long-term care reshape global life insurance distribution
The global life insurance industry is expanding its role to address post-retirement needs, driven by the growing importance of retirement income, intergenerational wealth transfer, and long-term care coverage, according to the latest distribution trends in global markets. Source: المال
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Bilal Jarjour
October 12, 2026
General: reinsurance price declines expected to slow at 1/1 implying stabilization: J P Morgan
J P Morgan said the expected price decline of the property cat reinsurance market of 10–20% at the January 2027 renewals is less than the reduction in previous years, implying some stabilization. Source: Reinsurance News
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