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Surge in demand for cyber, marine, cargo, and property insurance in SG and Malaysia

Success in both markets relies heavily on how they’ll navigate uncertainties.

Surge in demand for cyber, marine, cargo, and property insurance in SG and Malaysia

Success in both markets relies heavily on how they’ll navigate uncertainties.

Only a fifth of Hong Kong’s SMEs are insured against income loss

Almost eight of 10 SMEs prefer tailored insurance packages which cover various business risks.

Japan life insurers double premiums to $12b  in 2023

Operating expenses also doubled for the year.

Hong Kong slams prohibition orders on former agents

Three agents committed separate crimes such as falsified accreditation and unauthorised benefit transfers.

ICA engages treasury on proposed financial advice reforms

A consultation roundtable was conducted last 19 February.

S&P expects APAC trends to return to fundamentals

Insurers are expected to focus on underwriting and prudent risk selection.

S’pore SMEs fear business interruption but don’t own insurance for it

S’porean SMEs said cyberattacks were the most common incidents in 2023.

International revenues soar 44% for Miller, Asia expansion notable

The company had five new teams launched, two of which are in Singapore.

Prudential Singapore to hire 800 financial reps

Those new to the industry are allotted time to learn and hone their skills fit for the insurance industry.

APAC to lead trade credit insurance, global growth to rise 9.3%

Robust activity in world trade pushed demand for trade credit insurance.

Over 18,000 new claims filed after recent Australian catastrophes

Insurers have already closed 28% of claims, paying out AU$171m

Malaysia’s takaful sector stable, but rising claims weigh on growth

Growing demand for digital services will be a catalyst for growth.

APAC a major driver of mobile phone insurance market’s CAGR by 2028

Growing phone theft incidents also contribute to market growth, as victims seek protection through coverage.

Chubb's senior notes proceeds for corporate use

It includes repayment of Chubb's $700m senior notes.

Heng An Standard Life backs Hong Kong's new investment scheme

It also introduced five new long-term insurance and wealth management services.

Miller names new head of operations for Asia

Frédérique Champvillard will spearhead the firm's expansion in the region with a particular emphasis on enhancing client service.

Malayan Insurance upgrades catastrophe risk analytics with Moody's modeller

The insurer said it aims to gain a comprehensive understanding of risks across regions and perils.