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The Australian general insurance industry is on a trajectory of significant growth, with direct written premiums (DWP) projected to exceed $144 billion by 2029. This forecast, provided by data and analytics firm GlobalData, indicates a substantial increase from the $94.7 billion recorded in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 8.8% over the five-year period. - read more
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Claim Adjuster: An insurance professional who investigates and evaluates insurance claims to determine the amount the insurance company should pay.
