从沙盘推演走向实际赔偿： 董责险穿越费率洼地

Core Viewpoint - The upcoming regulations on the management of company secretaries in listed companies aim to enhance risk awareness and governance quality, which is expected to increase the demand for Directors and Officers Liability Insurance (D&O insurance) in the A-share market [1][3]. Group 1: Regulatory Changes and Market Trends - New regulations for company secretaries are being drafted to improve their performance and risk awareness, which will likely stimulate the demand for D&O insurance [1][3]. - A report indicates that by the end of 2025, over 1,750 A-share listed companies are expected to disclose their D&O insurance purchase plans, reflecting a rapid increase in market penetration [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Insights and Growth - The manufacturing sector leads in the number of companies purchasing D&O insurance, particularly in the computer, communication, and electronic equipment manufacturing industries [3]. - The implementation of new securities and company laws has significantly contributed to the rising penetration of D&O insurance in the A-share market [3][4]. Group 3: Financial Aspects and Pricing - The average premium for D&O insurance remains low, with some policies having coverage limits exceeding 100 million yuan and premiums around 300,000 yuan [6][5]. - The average D&O insurance rate is currently below 0.5%, with expectations of an increase in rates due to rising litigation risks and more claims being reported [6][7]. Group 4: Future Outlook and Recommendations - The D&O insurance market is currently in a "soft cycle," characterized by an oversupply and low prices, but this is expected to change as more claims emerge [7][8]. - To enhance the D&O insurance market, it is recommended to establish mandatory disclosure of insurance details by listed companies and improve the understanding of D&O insurance's role in corporate governance [8][9].