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Colombia earthquake claims rise 5.3%, insurers estimate $6.3B payout
La RepúblicaLO·CO·about 20 hours ago
Brazilian insurance sector payouts (compensation, benefits, withdrawals, prizes) totaled R$150.3B from Jan-Jul 2026, down 2.7% YoY, while July alone rose 3.8% to R$23.6B. Open pension funds dominate payouts at R$84.1B. The decline suggests softer claims or lower benefit redemptions, potentially reflecting economic conditions, but the July uptick signals a possible shift.