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Prudential Financial closes $12.5b reinsurance deal with Somerset Re

The transaction is expected to result in around $450m of proceeds.

Prudential Financial closes $12.5b reinsurance deal with Somerset Re

The transaction is expected to result in around $450m of proceeds.

NDIA holds quarterly meeting for further enhancement of the RFO programme

The programme focuses on identifying scheme improvements prior to the government’s response to the NDIS review.

S&P expects modest growth for BOC Insurance amidst market dynamics

The firm is expected to continue to provide high dividends to the BOC Group.

Malakut boosts international team with Sogo Yasuda at helm

The broker established a new globally integrated Japanese brokerage department.

Mitsui Sumitomo, Aioi Nissay issue joint cat bonds

This issuance marks the 7th for Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance.

AXA launches new deferred annuity plan for retirement

Policyholders can withdraw guaranteed monthly annuity payments from age 50.

FWD Philippines, Moneymax partner for insurance access

The platform will include FWD’s offerings for critical illness, accidental death, and lifetime protection.

Markel expands into Australia with specialised coverages

The new professional indemnity products cover six professional areas.

South Korea eyes more investments in trade insurance

South Korea's exports have shown strong performance since the beginning of 2024.

Singlife Philippines secures $10.7m for digital expansion

The capital injection will be used for platform enhancement, product innovation, and partnerships.

Reinsurers adopt risk-on strategy, boost capacity – Gallagher Re

Japanese catastrophe excess of loss programs showed consistent quoting.

Tokio Marine sets up desk in New York

The desk is dedicated for investors and shareholders.

Sompo appoints Kenneth Reilly as new APAC insurance CEO

Former CEO Daniel Neo will serve as senior strategic advisor until end-2024.

S&P forecasts slight increase in CCB's NPA ratio

The slow growth will be due to problematic property loans and higher loan ratios.

Nan Shan General Insurance seen to maintain asset mix to boost investment returns

A credit rating agency sees Nan Shan General Insurance Co., Ltd. to keep its asset mix while working on increasing investment returns.