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Eight in 10 Singaporeans without CI experience fret over medical bills: survey

Almost 30% of CI patients incur more than S$250,000 in medical and hospital bills.

Eight in 10 Singaporeans without CI experience fret over medical bills: survey

Almost 30% of CI patients incur more than S$250,000 in medical and hospital bills.

Singapore life insurers to assist policyholders as deferment period closes

Those currently under the scheme will remain until their applicable end date.

India mulls hiking LIC's authorised capital ahead of IPO

The life insurer's paid-up capital is currently at $1.4b.

Losses continue for Australian life insurers

Risk products posted a combined net loss of $379m in December 2020.

Australian insurers' capacity shrinks: report

Several classes have experienced premium hikes.

Hongkongers more keen about retirement planning now: report

But there is still room for improvement in terms of actual performance.

India mulls capping banks' ownership stakes in insurers

It suggests that the central bank is looking for uniformity in ownership rules.

South Korea opens consultation on short-term insurance policies

Revisions include a $1.8m minimum capital requirement for insurers offering such plans.

Chinese insurers hinge on digitisation to boost competitiveness

But upfront investments may undermine near-term performance.

Pandemic mostly hit Malaysian insurers' top lines: report

In terms of bottom line, the sector sees strong underwriting results.

AXA Asia FY2020 gross revenue jumps 11% to $13.3b

Underlying earnings in the region inched up 4%.

Hong Kong proposes two-year ILS grant scheme

The amount of grant per issuance will be capped at HK$12m.

APAC insurers grapple to preserve capital buffers amidst volatility

Low interest rates are pitfalls as it cuts income from investment holdings.

Singapore regulator to amend ERM rules for insurers

It wants to boost liquidity risk management and stress testing.