Allianz Group posts losses worse than the three next worst-hit EU insurers combined

Allianz Group’s losses from natural catastrophes in the first three months of 2018 amount to more than the combined losses incurred by the three next most badly hit insurers.

According to data gathered by S&P Global Market Intelligence, Allianz Group’s losses were more than the combined losses of Generali, Talanx AG and Chubb.

The Germany-based insurance group reported €311m in total losses from all natural catastrophes during the quarter, €220 million of which was incurred specifically due to Storm Friederike, which hit Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands in mid-January.

Perils AG, a catastrophe insurance data provider, currently estimates total losses of €1.63 billion from Friederike.

See S&Ps chart for losses below:

q1 cat losses

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.