As of 31 July 2024, Suncorp completed the sale of its banking division to ANZ, marking a significant strategic shift to become a pure-play insurance company. Almost a year into this transformation, it's worth reviewing how the business is shaping up ahead of the next reporting season.
Key Takeaways Elevated natural catastrophe risks and reliance on favorable trends could increase volatility and pressure margins if claims or event severity revert upward. Dependence on local markets and temporary profit boosts masks structural challenges, with digital initiatives potentially taking longer to deliver sustainable cost savings.