Mercer
Mercer is a global business under Marsh & McLennan, an international professional services firm that focuses on risk, strategy, and people. It offers advice and digital solutions to help organizations develop their risk management strategy and meet the health, wealth, and career needs of their employees.
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Employers in Asia see budgets strained as insurers tighten coverage
Employers in Asia see budgets strained as insurers tighten coverage
63% of insurers in Asia expect to cut coverage to manage rising costs in 2026.
Insurers may need to hire remotely to bridge talent gap
There is strong demand for actuaries, while underwriting faces a shortage.
How do employees in Asia feel about their coverage?
Rising medical trend rates are significantly outpacing salary increases.
Hong Kong’s job-hopping insurance workers may see bigger pay
They should expect a salary hike of as much as 15%.
India, Philippines pension systems lack adequacy: Mercer
A score below 35 would indicate serious deficiencies.
Marsh McLennan reports 6% YoY revenue rise in Q2 2024
Asia Pacific’s underlying revenue climbed 70% YoY.
Mercer Asia appoints Robert Ronneberger as head of investment sales
He will expedite prospecting activities for Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) services.
Retirement income competency lags in Asian markets
Post-pandemic, retirees face new risks such as inflation and rising interest rates.
Marsh McLennan names new Mercer president
In the meantime, Martine Ferland will remain CEO until her retirement next year.
Singapore’s retirement income system is the best in Asia: report
It also ranks 9 out of 44 globally.
Commentary
AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work