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How can Asia’s insurers turn financial anxiety into retirement action?
How can Asia’s insurers turn financial anxiety into retirement action?
Many consumers delay retirement planning despite rising longevity risks.
Insurers forced to rethink cover amidst Ebola, Andes hantavirus outbreak
AM Best says firms are prepared for direct costs but portfolios need fresh stress tests.
Hong Kong’s affluent planning lags despite wealth continuity gains
Around 80% had wills, trusts, or succession plans in place.
China life premiums set to slow after 10.2% jump in 2025
Sales were lifted by demand ahead of insurers' pricing rate reductions last year.
How can Hong Kong insurers close protection gaps as cyber risks rise?
Most insurers still use cheques for some payments despite digital demand.
Insurers chase $20t emerging market debt for income
US dollar corporate debt makes up $2.6t whilst sovereign debt adds $1.8t.
Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains
Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
Indonesia's life insurers cover 168.03 million people in 2025
The insured population increased 8.6% year-on-year in 2025.
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.
How can insurers turn AI spending into meaningful returns?
Many use AI in isolated parts of the business, limiting its financial impact.
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Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.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.
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