
Santam’s Lloyd’s bet faces R550m loss as revenue lags costs
Santam’s new Lloyd’s syndicate is expected to post a loss of up to R550m in 2026, even as group earnings and international premium growth remain strong.

Santam’s new Lloyd’s syndicate is expected to post a loss of up to R550m in 2026, even as group earnings and international premium growth remain strong.

For the six months to June, Santam reports net income growth of 19%, with a underwriting margin of 11.3% – well above its target range.

The group attributed the turnaround in motor insurance to managing claims inflation and improving risk selection, resulting in a significant reduction in claims frequency.