APAC
Gallagher Re sees increased capacity, flexibility for reinsurance buyers
Gallagher Re sees increased capacity, flexibility for reinsurance buyers
Many reinsurers also anticipate double-digit returns on equity in 2025.
19 hours ago
Insurance M&A expected to rebound in 2025 with investor confidence
Asia may see more inbound M&A, driven in part by currency advantages for US buyers.
19 hours ago
Insurers urged to modernise amidst looming talent shortages: Bain & Co.
Life insurers are struggling to stay relevant, especially amongst younger consumers.
22 hours ago
Regulators monitor insurers' exposure to alternative assets
Efforts aimed at improving consistency may have immediate effects in private credit market.
23 hours ago
Insurance customers are cautious about AI’s decision-making role
Although, 7 in 10 consumers think AI can significantly reduce waiting times.
1 day ago
Asia-Pacific leads universal life market with 29.7% CAGR
Globally, it is seen to reach $280b by 2032.
1 day ago
This week in insurance: HKIA introduces caps, MS&AD merges two subsidiaries, Prudential names new regional CEO
Taiwan’s life insurance sector is set to remain volatile in 2025 due to shifting surplus components.
4 days ago
Novidea appoints new APAC and MENA sales chief
He will also continue as Co-CEO of Docomotion.
4 days ago
Insurers seek diversification with private market assets
Whilst inflation has eased, interest rates remain elevated.
4 days ago
Chubb launches new casualty, cyber coverage for life science firms in APAC
Businesses will have access to multiple insurance lines through a single package.
4 days ago
AXA, Marsh, Link introduce sustainability-linked insurance model
This is due to real estate and insurance industries facing rising risks from NatCat.
5 days ago
Edge computing growth to enhance insurance sector: Allianz Commercial
It boosts the sector by automating workflows and enhances real-time data analysis.
5 days ago
Reinsurers enjoy favourable pricing at April 1 renewals across APAC
The relatively low NatCat losses in the region led reinsurers to deploy more capacity.
5 days ago
Insurers may cover only 25% to 33% of disaster damages by 2030
Insurers also expect to gain up to 15% revenue rise from AI and tech boost.
6 days ago
Howden sees January premiums rise 4.5% on higher volumes
Premium growth was driven by increased demand for reinsurance.
Kita boosts underwriting capacity with $24m for carbon risks
It expanded its product offerings to include four insurance policies in the past four years.
Cigna Healthcare appoints new APAC CEO
He previously served as Chief Financial Officer for the Asia Pacific region.
Commentary
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