APAC
Only 27% of next gen willing to lead family firms, legacy planning lags
Only 27% of next gen willing to lead family firms, legacy planning lags
The lack of structured succession planning leaves many businesses exposed.
15 hours ago
Marine specialist with 13 years’ experience takes Asia underwriting lead
Tjornelund reports to Shah, CEO of Wholesale Markets Asia, QBE.
20 hours ago
Broker deals set stage for faster 2025 insurance M&A
Strategic buyers and private equity investors are likely to remain active.
21 hours ago
AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work
Why the next wave in protection will be human-led, machine-scaled and built across Asia’s thriving insurance hubs.
3 days ago
Celebrate your industry excellence at Insurance Asia Awards 2026
Showcase your achievements and gain recognition for shaping the future of insurance.
3 days ago
This week in insurance: Cbus fined $15.3m, insurers make new appointments, Tokio Marine expands agri US offerings
Manulife Asia appointed a new CFO.
6 days ago
APAC emerging market insurers outperform peers during volatility
But they do face constraints in scale and diversification.
6 days ago
What will drive the APAC life insurance market to bag $2t in five years?
India and China are major drivers of the sector’s growth.
Howden names Alaric Lee as chief commercial officer for Asia
Lee joins from Marsh, where he was most recently a managing director.
Manulife names Bonnie Qiu as global high net worth CEO
Rishi Srivastava also joins Manulife Asia’s senior leadership team.
Manulife hires HSBC banker for Asia CFO role
Ming Lau was most recently the CFO for HSBC Asia Pacific and the Middle East.
Guaranteed asset protection insurance guaranteed to reach $12b by 2033
Demand continues to rise as vehicle accidents increase and more consumers finance new and used cars.
Pet insurance plan services market slated for CAGR 16.2% by 2029
Key trends shaping the market include tele-veterinary services.
Insurance IT market posts 11.6% growth in 2025
Looking ahead, the market is projected to reach $514.5b by 2029.
This week in insurance: Asia insurers ink multiple deals, Manulife–Mahindra JV unveiled, HLA rolls out legacy product
Singlife has expanded its partnership with CIMB Singapore.
Tokio Marine Kiln appoints Beresford to life sciences team
She will report to Kirsten Shastri, the unit’s head.
Blue Cross launches bear coverage for travellers
Bear encounters have grown in Japan.
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AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work