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GIC Re cuts Q1 underwriting loss as gross premium rises to US$1.41bn

The reinsurer’s claims ratio improved, helping narrow the underwriting loss despite a combined ratio that remained above break-even.

By

Gloria Methri

August 14, 2026

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