In Focus
Why are APAC retirees struggling with unexpected costs?
Over a fifth of respondents had not anticipated their retirement expenses.
3 days ago
Why are APAC retirees struggling with unexpected costs?
Over a fifth of respondents had not anticipated their retirement expenses.
3 days ago
Will reinsurers see price increases in 2025?
Nearly a third of respondents predicted price hikes of more than 5%.
6 days ago
What will drive the Thai general insurance market to reach $10.9b by 2028?
Motor, the largest segment, is expected a boost from EV registrations.
How did marine insurance premiums fare in 2023?
Europe and Asia showed strong development in the cargo insurance market.
What will drive Hong Kong’s insurance market to reach $127b in 2032?
Chronic diseases and ageing population are driving the demand for life insurance.
Indonesian insurers’ old-school thinking holds back sector
The industry must digitise to tap the nation’s vast Gen Z and millennial consumers.
How did APAC insurers fare in 2023?
The average premium earned by these companies grew by just 1.3%.
APAC insurers increase cybersecurity investments by 48%
Insurance premiums for cyber policies rose by 70% from 2020 to 2022.
Reinsurance sector to remain profitable through 2025
The sector achieved record profits in 2023 and the first half of 2024, said Fitch Ratings.
Insured losses from NatCat surge to $151b, fueled by urban growth
The five-year average annual loss is at $106b.
Taiwan insurers' earnings doubled to $10b in July
Both its life and non-life segments witnessed triple-digit growth.
What will drive India’s general insurance sector this year?
The industry is slated to grow by 11.2% this year.
Pet insurance market slated for 8.1% CAGR by 2032
Several insurance companies now offer multi-pet insurance policies.
Life insurance reduces mortality risks in China
Still, the protection gap stood at $73.6b in 2023.
CrowdStrike meltdown may shore up cyber insurance premiums
Insurers are refining their policies after the global tech outage to better manage risks.
Asia’s Q2 insurance pricing stays flat
Overall capacity was sufficient but challenges persist in property and flood risks
What risks insurers warn of in evolving motor insurance sector
Hong Kong’s push for EVs has insurers dissecting the risks and rewards in the evolving motor industry.
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