Executive Summary

Key insights and market outlook

The Indonesian life insurance industry is expected to grow in 2026, driven by increasing public awareness and economic growth. However, the industry faces challenges such as competition and regulatory requirements. Traditional life insurance products are projected to outperform unit-linked products, with a growth rate of 7% YoY as of September 2025 ¹

. Allianz Life Indonesia reported a 37% YoY growth in traditional product premiums, reaching Rp4.2 trillion by November 2025 ³.

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Indonesian Life Insurance Industry Outlook for 2026

Growth Prospects and Challenges

The Indonesian life insurance industry is poised for growth in 2026, driven by increasing public awareness of life insurance products and overall economic growth ¹

. Despite these positive prospects, the industry faces significant challenges including intense competition and evolving regulatory requirements ⁴.

Product Performance: Traditional vs Unit-Linked

Traditional life insurance products are expected to continue outperforming unit-linked products in 2026. As of September 2025, traditional products grew by 7% year-on-year (YoY) to Rp83.98 trillion, while unit-linked products contracted by 12.5% YoY to Rp49.24 trillion ¹

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Allianz Life Indonesia reported a different trend within their portfolio. Their unit-linked products remained dominant, contributing about 75% of total premiums, while traditional products showed significant growth. By November 2025, Allianz Life's traditional product premiums reached Rp4.2 trillion, representing a 37% YoY growth ³

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Industry Challenges and Opportunities

The reinsurance sector, closely linked to the life insurance industry, faces its own set of challenges heading into 2026. Experts highlight claim volatility due to natural disasters and capital adequacy as major concerns ⁴

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Despite these challenges, industry experts remain optimistic about growth prospects. The increasing need for risk protection in infrastructure projects and expanding insurance business are seen as key growth drivers ⁴

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Distribution Channels and Market Strategies

Industry practitioners emphasize the importance of various distribution channels including agents, bancassurance, brokers, and digital platforms in educating consumers and selling products effectively ¹

. Companies are focusing on product transparency, flexible offerings, and financial literacy education to build trust and meet customer needs ³.

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