ICMIF member Sociedad de Seguros de Vida has been awarded the “Entidad Libre de Efectivo” (“Cash-Free Entity”) certification by the Banco Central de Costa Rica, recognising its significant progress in digitalising payments and collections. The certification forms part of a national programme led by the Central Bank to modernise financial transactions and reduce the use […]
ICMIF member and cooperative insurer R+V Versicherung (Germany) has reported a record financial performance for 2025, with early results from its “NextLevel” corporate strategy helping to drive profitable growth, strengthen resilience and enhance both its long-term competitiveness and member value. Announcing the results, Dr Norbert Rollinger, Chairman of the Board of Management, said the insurer […]
ICMIF member Cooperativa de Seguros Múltiples de Puerto Rico has reported historic financial results for 2025, announcing it will distribute USD 4.1 million in member bonuses to 68,962 eligible policyholders as part of its commitment to the cooperative model. The distribution will represent a direct injection into the Puerto Rican economy, benefiting thousands of families. […]
Swedish ICMIF member Folksam has invested approximately SEK 800 million in social bonds issued by Motability Operations, an organisation in the UK that enables people with disabilities to lease a car, scooter or wheelchair with the help of their government mobility allowance – and therefore gain better access to work, healthcare, education and participation in […]
ICMIF member Ecclesiastical has reported strong financial results for 2025, while emphasising the vital role of its people and purpose in delivering positive impact for customers, communities and good causes. Profit before tax reached GBP 84.6m (2024: GBP 82.5m), while gross written premiums (GWP) increased by 2.1% to GBP 653.7m (2024: GBP 640.3m), supported by […]
ICMIF member JA Kyosai, the Japanese National Mutual Insurance Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives, also known as Zenkyoren, has announced the establishment of a new reinsurance subsidiary, Zenkyoren Re Limited, in Guernsey, strengthening its approach to risk diversification and international collaboration across the cooperative insurance sector. The new entity began operations on 1 April 2026 and […]
ICMIF Supporting Member Gallagher Re has published the latest edition of its 1st View report, offering a first look at market conditions for the April 1 reinsurance renewals. Issued three times a year, the report provides insights into trends at key renewal points: January 1, April 1 and July 1. The April 1 renewals took […]
The ICMIF Foundation has released its 2025 Impact Report, marking a decade of work to expand mutual microinsurance to underserved communities across the global south. This year’s results highlight significant growth, strengthened partnerships, and deepening climate resilience efforts, all driven by the Foundation’s mission to build more resilient communities. A decade of scaling inclusive insurance […]
ICMIF member LB Forsikring has announced the launch of a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered app designed to help homeowners prevent weather-related damage, as climate risks continue to rise across Denmark. The app, Klima+, aims to support members in identifying potential risks to their homes caused by increasing heavy rainfall, cloudbursts and rising groundwater levels, challenges […]
ICMIF member Benenden Health (UK) recently hosted a high-level roundtable with parliamentarians and industry experts at Portcullis House (a key location used by UK Members of Parliament), to address the growing number of women leaving the workforce due to insufficient menopause support. The discussion comes ahead of the UK Government’s forthcoming Menopause Action Plans, part […]