Insurance
China's pension scheme grows to 1.07 billion participants
Total income and expenditure of these schemes amounted to $304b in Q1’24.
2 days ago
China's pension scheme grows to 1.07 billion participants
Total income and expenditure of these schemes amounted to $304b in Q1’24.
2 days ago
Pressures mount for less desirable energy insurance placements
Industry experts eye offshore investments as most attractive, yet more expensive.
2 days ago
Allianz Trade backs Prometheus for disability support
The insurer will provide financial support and aid with strategic and visibility matters.
3 days ago
Manulife Singapore upgrades income-generating product
About 9 in 10 S’poreans said they want to earn without working.
3 days ago
Moody's says FTLife to maintain profitability
The ratings agency expects strong capital reserves, surpassing regulatory minimums.
3 days ago
Indonesia's vehicle sales drop risks finco asset quality
Fitch expects finco sector receivables to grow at a high-single-digit rate in 2024.
3 days ago
Insurers adapt to EV demands with specialised risk products
EV insurance is estimated to surge $687.62b by 2029.
3 days ago
Declining yields pose risks to China's insurance sector
In late 2023, regulators eased some C-ROSS rules, prompting insurers to raise capital via perpetual bond issuance.
3 days ago
Overseas ventures of South Korean insurers post mixed results in FY’23
Insurers have operated 41 overseas businesses in 11 countries as of yearend.
4 days ago
New Zealand supports comprehensive reform of insurance legislation
The ICNZ also pledges to collaborate with the government and regulators.
4 days ago
Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China
AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.
4 days ago
Sun Life unveils new ESG-focused critical illness plan
The plan covers 188 illnesses and 38 complex surgeries.
4 days ago
HKIA welcomes World Bank’s second Cat bond, worth $150m
It will offer coverage against storm risks in Jamaica.
4 days ago
FWD Names Salvilla chief health officer of new unit
Dr. Salvilla joined FWD back in March 2021.
4 days ago
Firewalls are never enough
Greater connectivity heightens businesses' vulnerability to attacks for financial gain, data theft, or industrial sabotage.
5 days ago
Triple P Capital acquires 85% stake in MAAGAP
The investing group aims to boost its presence in the Philippines.
5 days ago
Philippines' microinsurance premiums jump to $240m in 2023
The year saw 56.62 million Filipinos covered under microinsurance policies.
5 days ago
Commentary
Firewalls are never enough