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Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia

Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia

Two-thirds of Asians fear their wealth will not outlast their children’s generation.

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Broker deals set stage for faster 2025 insurance M&A

Strategic buyers and private equity investors are likely to remain active.

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Insurers controlling 90% of Japan's market tighten terms

Pricing continues to rise, although the pace of property rate increases has slowed.

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India insurance market sees moderating premium growth: Report

Growth in key lines is being weighed down by a slowdown in agriculture and motor.

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China life premiums projected to rise from $679.5b in 2026 to $927.5b in 2030

This represents a CAGR of 7.9% in direct written premiums.

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Singapore’s non-life insurers see growth as offshore business expands

However, competition from global carriers continues to squeeze margins.

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What will drive the APAC life insurance market to bag $2t in five years?

India and China are major drivers of the sector’s growth.

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China's non-life insurance sector should remain stable: AM Best

Insurers continue to face weak domestic demand, the agency said.

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Why Indian companies increase use of insurance after cyber threats rise

Indian companies reported heavy financial losses tied to key insurable risks.

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Malaysia sees stable non-life growth amidst premium rise

Gross direct premiums reached $5.43b in 2024, up 7% from the previous year.

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Insurers invest up to 8% in AI but few indicate measurable financial impact

Global premiums are also forecast to grow 2.3% in real terms in 2026 and 2027.

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What type of insurance coverage do Indians prefer now?

Women are increasingly choosing Critical Illness (CI) riders.

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Why Japan’s insurers brace for heavy payouts in projected quake scenarios

Nankai Trough earthquake has a 60% to 90% probability of occurring.

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Why Taiwan’s non-life insurance sector maintains steady growth

AM Best says the non-life sector is supported by stable underwriting performance.

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Insurers must expand cyber protection as Singapore shipowners upgrade security

Insurers must update underwriting as cyber navigation disruptions rise.

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APAC insurance M&A cools with fewer Q3 deals

Despite that, Asian insurers continued to pursue overseas expansion.

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How did Singapore's life insurance sector perform year-to-date?

Business premiums for life insurance recorded $4.76b, whilst integrated shield plans accounted $496.5m.

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