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Insurers chase $20t emerging market debt for income

Insurers chase $20t emerging market debt for income

US dollar corporate debt makes up $2.6t whilst sovereign debt adds $1.8t.
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Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains

Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
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Indonesia's life insurers cover 168.03 million people in 2025

The insured population increased 8.6% year-on-year in 2025.
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Legacy systems weigh on Singapore insurers despite AI ambitions

Ninety-six per cent cited resistance to change as a barrier to new ways of working.
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How can insurers turn AI spending into meaningful returns?

Many use AI in isolated parts of the business, limiting its financial impact.
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Indian women shift to long-term risks as insurance cover rises

Women with four or more policies focused more on outbreaks and large disruptions.

Japan P&C market to hit $80b as cyber surges 17%

Automobile insurance held 50.38% of the market in 2025.

Nearly half of APAC insurers rank reporting as top compliance challenge

Only 5% of respondents rated regional compliance capabilities as weak.

Southeast Asia insurers risk profit hit from weak data systems

Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.

How can Philippine insurers close the country’s disaster protection gap?

Insurance penetration remains below regulator targets despite market growth.

Asia-Pacific insurance may reach $10t by 2034

The sector is forecast to grow at a 15.6% annual rate through 2034.

Hong Kong insurance sales rebound as Chinese visitors return

Average Mainland arrivals rose 20% to 3.7 million in Q1 2026.

Australia premiums soften amidst reinsurance relief

Fewer large catastrophe losses helped improve terms for insurers.

Hong Kong insurer complaints rise for fourth straight year

The Insurance Authority has flagged gaps in incentives, disclosure, and oversight.

How can wealthy people close the legacy planning gap?

Older cohorts lag on plan execution despite strong awareness.

Capital regime pressure hits Korean insurers' margins amidst rising claims

New core capital ratio rule is set to tighten balance sheet quality.

Japan insurers’ gains erode amidst rising costs

Firms are shifting product mix toward dementia and care coverage for older clients.