
Santam keeps underwriting on target despite R1.5bn claims
Severe storms drove a sharp increase in large claims, but improved book profitability and underwriting discipline helped keep the margin above the target midpoint.

Severe storms drove a sharp increase in large claims, but improved book profitability and underwriting discipline helped keep the margin above the target midpoint.

By combining traditional cover for catastrophic losses with self-insured retention for routine claims, businesses can transform a ‘grudge purchase’ into a source of financial control.