Insurance

Recent aircraft turbulence spurs insurance implications

WTW tells how recent events could potentially raise the number of insurance claims. 

Recent aircraft turbulence spurs insurance implications

WTW tells how recent events could potentially raise the number of insurance claims. 

Bangladesh life insurer eyes IPO

The firm intends to allocate Tk8.40 crore for government treasury bonds.

FWD Indonesia seen to improve in the next two years

The insurer said it will focus on selling protection products and unit-linked policies to enhance margins.

Suncorp pivots to insurance industry after approval of bank sale

Post-acquisition, Suncorp aims to prioritise insurance needs.

WTW urges APAC banks to consider non-payment insurance

Uncertainties like the Chinese real estate crisis call for effective credit risk management.

Asuransi Sinar Mas maintains satisfactory capital for expansion

The non-life insurer accounts for 9% of the total market share in GWP in 2023.

Indian bank launches new low-cost accident insurance

The coverage also has additional benefits such as free health consultations.

International group sets stage for ICS implementation

The IAIS will begin developing an ICS execution evaluation methodology in 2025.

FWD maintains stable VNB margin at 60.2%

Its value of new business (VNB) grew by 21.9% in 2023.

GIAJ admits gap between practices and public expectations

It unveiled its initiatives to rebuild the trust of its customers.

Hong Kong begins risk-based capital regime for insurers

This follows the enactment of the Insurance (Amendment) Ordinance 2023.

IAG caps natural perils costs at $1.3b

It also said it is on track to report FY24 profit and margin at the upper end of the guidance ranges.

HKIA finds firms adhere to new premium financing rule

However, the inspection also identified several areas needing improvement.

F&B industry underinsured against business interruption

29% said they are covered for property damage from extreme weather only.

2.6 million Australians don’t have health insurance

Meanwhile, general insurance gained more traction due to increased awareness.

Japan's auto insurance premiums set to rise in 2026

A rating organisation intends to raise its reference premium rates by an average of 5.7%.

Malaysia's general insurance to grow at 7.8% CAGR by 2028

The industry could see $5.0b in direct written premiums this year.