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PNB MetLife launches dividend fund linked to insurance
PNB MetLife launches dividend fund linked to insurance
It is a passive fund that invests in companies with a history of paying consistent dividends.
Asia-Pacific construction insurance rates slide in Q3 2025
Asia-Pacific construction insurance rates slide in Q3 2025
Smaller firms saw at least 10% cuts and some lower deductibles on indemnity cover.
HDFC Life profit rises 7% to $160m in 9M 2026
HDFC Life profit rises 7% to $160m in 9M 2026
Individual APE increased 11% year on year and two year CAGR was 17%.
Vietnam adds 35 diseases to social insurance coverage
Vietnam adds 35 diseases to social insurance coverage
The rules apply under the 2024 Law on Social Insurance for work injury benefits.
Six in 10 Hong Kong insurance, finance SMEs target AI in one year
Six in 10 Hong Kong insurance, finance SMEs target AI in one year
But nearly half of SMEs forecast higher raw material bills adding strain to operating expense.
Munich Re Thailand taps Chotima Puasiri as new chief
Munich Re Thailand taps Chotima Puasiri as new chief
The regional non-life structure changes whilst a senior figure exits after nearly a decade in charge.
IAIS warns AI and geopolitics raise insurer risk
IAIS warns AI and geopolitics raise insurer risk
But the overall conditions for the sector in 2026 were described as stable.
Deloitte pegs global insurance protection gap at $183b
Deloitte pegs global insurance protection gap at $183b
Deloitte says tariffs and trade disruption affect auto and home claims and adding pressure to premiums.

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Insurance Hong Kong regulator guts insurance referral fees with 50% cap
Unlicensed third-party referrers previously captured up to 95% of commissions through hidden rebate structures.
Insurance Capital rules force Indian insurers to curb aggressive discounting
Aggressive discounting for short-term market share becomes harder to justify.
Insurance Zurich Indonesia speeds up claims after Bali floods
Faster settlement boosts confidence in insurance as a practical financial tool.
Insurance Zurich, YAS use AI to link taxi insurance to driving behaviour
Drivers with higher scores will unlock broader coverage and more benefits.
Insurance Wealth and retirement products lift Singapore insurers’ premiums
The Top 50 Insurance 2024 rankings show recovery from the 2023 downturn.
Insurance Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia
Two-thirds of Asians fear their wealth will not outlast their children’s generation.
Ciputra Life eyes more clients beyond group network
Rising health benefit demand is driving deeper ties with firms and banks. 

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