Hong Kong
Hong Kong non life insurers maintain underwriting gains over five years
Hong Kong non life insurers maintain underwriting gains over five years
A&H, general liability, property damage, and motor make up 89% of its GWP.
CTF Life enables AlipayHK premium payments on mobile app
Of the 4.5 million Alipay HK users, one million are wealth management users.
Bowtie relocates Hong Kong headquarters to Wan Chai tower
Bowtie’s branded coffee shop “Bow Coffee” will be launched in February 2026.
Manulife, Bupa ink MOU to build integrated healthcare network
They will offer healthcare solutions and personalised healthcare support.
Insurance hiring outpaces banking in Hong Kong for 2026
Despite digitalisation, life insurance claims roles are still hard to fill.
Prudential unit files IPO to sell 9.91% stake
It has filed a Red Herring Prospectus for the IPO.
Robust capital enables AIA to absorb volatility amidst China expansion
AIA’s capital buffer is expected to remain strong through 2027.
Reinsurance strength helps CTPI HK absorb major fire losses
AM Best projects that CTPI HK’s capital position will remain solid.
S&P says rapid expansion could weaken Prudential outlook
Prudential will likely keep a strong capital buffer and steady profit growth.
Storm and fire losses deepen pressure on Hong Kong P&C earnings
The incident will add to diluted earnings but is unlikely to threaten overall solvency.
Hong Kong reinsurers to absorb significant claims from Wang Fuk Court fire
It may trigger premium adjustments or stricter terms and conditions.
AIA Hong Kong & Macau launches new plan with 115 conditions for families
AIA also launched a lower-cost option covering 58 critical illnesses.
How stable is Hong Kong’s insurance market?
Hong Kong saw $13.1b (HK$100.5b) in general insurance gross premiums for 2024.
Hong Kong’s commercial insurance market stays favourable for buyers in Q3
Rates fell across most product lines, including for some less-preferred risks.
HSBC Life sustains strong growth with stable outlook
S&P also expects it to continue to operate as a core subsidiary of HSBC’s APAC banking arm.
Hang Seng Insurance maintains solid capital strength through 2027
Weighted new business sales were up 49% in the first half of 2025.
AIA Group sees growth upgrade after upbeat third-quarter results
The revision reflects stronger sales in China and Malaysia.
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