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Asian economies at higher financial risk from climate hazard intensification, warns report
The Swiss Re Institute emphasised insurance’s role in risk mitigation.
Asian economies at higher financial risk from climate hazard intensification, warns report
The Swiss Re Institute emphasised insurance’s role in risk mitigation.
Association predicts 2.0%-4.0% growth for Thai life insurance
The industry forecast is within the government’s target of 2.2% to 3.2% for 2024.
Fusion Specialty gets new managing partner for APAC
Steven Harwood has over 11 years of experience covering W&I, Tax Indemnity, and contingent liability risks.
Higher interest rate risk pressures HSBC Life SG's capital buffers
S&P Global Ratings expects the insurer’s relationship with its parent company will remain strategic due to its regional exposure.
Moody's forecasts strong performance for Dinghe Insurance
The ratings agency said Dinghe Insurance’s limited market share outside of CSG's business is seen as a weakness.
Long-term insurance drives Samsung Fire & Marine’s 2023 profit growth
Revenues climbed 6.9% for the year.
India’s life insurance premiums fall in January
In the nine months to January, 21.3 million were pencilled in.
Optimism remains despite high rates and M&A uncertainties: Clyde & Co.
Challenges persist from 2023, even on Hong Kong’s new capital regime.
Blue Cross APAC strengthens capital buffer, backed by AIA
Blue Cross plays a crucial role in supporting AIA's growth strategy through various market segments in Hong Kong.
S&P expects Tokio Marine Insurance Singapore to sustain market presence
It is also projected to maintain its significance within Tokio Marine Group.
Prudential expands medical network with UFH in Greater Bay Area
Prudential will directly settle pre-approved medical expenses with UFH upon completion of treatment.
Pension assets reach $55.7t on market surge
WTW said systemic risks persist despite a rebound.
Great Eastern's Q4 sales surge ‘read across’ to AIA, Prudential
Jefferies Equity Research said bancassurance played a significant role in driving this growth.
EV rise in Australia drives risk considerations and insurance hurdles
About 130,000 electric vehicles are driving around Australian soil.
Energas Insurance shows strong performance with 5-year combined ratio
The company's investment portfolio is considered conservative by AM Best.
Phl’s state social insurer expands mobile app to pensioners in S’pore and US
Nearly eight in 10 GSIS pensioners are based in Singapore and the US.
Vietnam health ministry proposes overhaul of insurance law
Amendments and provisions to Vietnam’s Law on Health Insurance are said to take effect on 1 January 2025.