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Santam Raises 2025 Profit, Trims Specialty Premiums on Soft Rates

Santam Ltd. posted a 10% rise in 2025 net income on improved underwriting margins in both personal and commercial lines as catastrophe losses moderated and international premiums rose 14%. . . .

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