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What will drive the reinsurance sector to bag $68b in four years?
In 2023, APAC accounted for 13.3% of global reinsurance premiums.
5 days ago
FWD Group’s new business sales rise 46% to $679m in Q1
FWD Group’s new business sales rise 46% to $679m in Q1
It saw a strong growth trajectory in Hong Kong and Macau.
1 day ago
Hong Kong Life unveils free consultation, medication on common ailments
Hong Kong Life unveils free consultation, medication on common ailments
It is available for its customers under its “Mannings PharmaCare” service.
1 day ago
Hurricanes, earthquakes may raise insured losses to $300b annually
Hurricanes, earthquakes may raise insured losses to $300b annually
Insured natural catastrophe losses in 2025 will be about the same level as last year.
1 day ago
Prudential’s new business profit rise 12% to $608m in Q1
Prudential’s new business profit rise 12% to $608m in Q1
Its Singapore and Hong Kong businesses logged double-digit growth.
3 days ago
2 in 5 Aussies with single policies rarely claim extra covers.
2 in 5 Aussies with single policies rarely claim extra covers.
Couples and family policy holders are more likely to make claims on extra covers.
3 days ago
Zurich, HTHK launch SIM plans with travel insurance for GBA trips
Zurich, HTHK launch SIM plans with travel insurance for GBA trips
The promo is available to SoSIM users.
4 days ago
Manulife SG unveils indexed universal life solution for wealth preservation
Manulife SG unveils indexed universal life solution for wealth preservation
It promises 0% return floor for downside protection.
4 days ago
Thai Life Insurance may benefit from new reporting standard
Thai Life Insurance may benefit from new reporting standard
Thai Life Insurance may see its earnings rise by up to 9% between FY2025 to FY2027.
4 days ago
Manulife Investments unveils Manulife Stable Fund in Hong Kong
Manulife Investments unveils Manulife Stable Fund in Hong Kong
It now invests primarily in USD-denominated and settled short-term deposits.
4 days ago
WTW Construction Risk promotes Trent Williams to oversee placements
WTW Construction Risk promotes Trent Williams to oversee placements
He previously served as head of Broking, Pacific for seven years.
4 days ago
Aon's net income contracts in Q1 2025
Aon's net income contracts in Q1 2025
Diluted earnings per share also dipped 17% YoY to $4.43.
4 days ago
Ping An Group posts 2.4% profit rise with life and health segment growth
Ping An Group posts 2.4% profit rise with life and health segment growth
New business value (NBV) surged 34.9%.
4 days ago
APAC’s commercial auto insurance set for steady 3.2% CAGR
APAC’s commercial auto insurance set for steady 3.2% CAGR
Globally, the market is forecasted to register CAGR of 9.9%.
5 days ago
Manulife Hong Kong launches two critical illness products with income aid
Manulife Hong Kong launches two critical illness products with income aid
One of the plans covers 121 critical illnesses and diseases.
5 days ago
Exclusives
Manulife dares startups to tackle Asia’s age imbalance
Contestants have until the end of April to apply.
3 days ago
Event News
Co-Written / Partner
PwC's Chris Hewison explores how Asia's insurers can thrive amidst tech disruption and shifting customer demands
Hewison highlights how insurers must balance innovation with trust, compliance, and societal impact to remain resilient and relevant in an increasingly complex landscape.
Commentary
The increasing number of affluent individuals in India and their evolving insurance needs