8 December 2022
The ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ (÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥) and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) have issued a joint letter to CEOs of life insurers and friendly societies (life companies) about premium increases in the life insurance industry.Ìý
The letter outlines ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ and APRA’s concerns following complaints from consumers and reportable situations related to premium increases, particularly in relation to ‘level’ premium products.ÌýÌý
In the letter, ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ and APRA request life companies review their past premium increases, and disclosure and marketing material. The letter also outlines ÷ÈÓ°Ö±²¥ and APRA’s expectations on the design of future product offerings.
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