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Why Australian parents say Gen Z least likely to contribute to insurance bills

Why Australian parents say Gen Z least likely to contribute to insurance bills

Only 22% of parents reported that their adult dependants pay their full share.

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How much did Singapore’s life insurers pay out in H1 2025?

Investment-linked products made up 43% of new sales in the period.

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APAC’s takaful insurance market to grow fastest with 18.4% CAGR by 2032

Globally, the market is projected to bag $126.8b by 2032.

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Asia’s reinsurers expand into mature global markets

AM Best’s Asia Reinsurance Composite posted higher net income in 2024.

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Over 90% of medical, health insurance and takaful policies saw hikes below 10%

The government has also rolled out the RESET initiative.

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Insurers may need to hire remotely to bridge talent gap

There is strong demand for actuaries, while underwriting faces a shortage.

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Bangladesh insurance market to reach $16b in 2025

Per capita spending on insurance is projected at $88.22.

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APAC insurance analytics market to grow 15.9% through 2027

Globally, the market is projected to grow from $8b in 2019 to $23b.

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Indexed life plans rise as Singapore heirs shun family firms

They offer stability and in-depth estate planning solutions.

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India’s life insurance market to reach $170b by 2029

It also seen to record $121b gross written premiums this year.

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Oona Insurance eyes M&A to boost earnings

Stricter capital rules are pushing weaker players out of the Philippine market.

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Hong Kong general insurance market to hit $10.9b by 2029

Personal accident and health insurance is expected to remain the largest segment.

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Asia-Pacific insurers expand capacity for sound green projects

APAC contributed about 421.5 GW of new renewable capacity over the past 10 years.

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bolttech, Sumitomo Corporation to tackle Asia’s used smartphone market

Reusing old phones, seen at 430 million units by 2027, benefits the environment.

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Auto insurers under strain from high-tech repairs

Fixing EVs is expensive, leading many to declare these as a loss.

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Global firms eye Hong Kong captives to manage risk

Self-insurance could lower premiums over time and improve liquidity.

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Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance targets Chinese nationals in Thailand

The Chinese accounted for 53% of foreign students in Thai universities last year.

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