Philippines Insurance Penetration Rises on Higher Premium Collections
Insurance penetration in the Philippines climbed to 1.96 percent in the second quarter from 1.79 percent a year earlier, driven by substantial increases in premium collections. This indicates rising public awareness of financial protection and growing confidence in the insurance industry.
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