Insurance

Shriram General Insurance unveils Shri Health Suraksha Plan

The policy covers hospitalisation expenses such as room charges.

Cambodia’s December gross premiums increase by 9.4% YoY

This was larger than the previous month’s $25.6m.

FDI cap for Indian insurers rise to 100%: Finance minister

The increased limit will apply only to companies that invest the entire premium within India.

HDFC Life, SATYA MicroCapital to boost life insurance in rural areas

The venture aids SATYA MicroCapital’s mission to help women entrepreneurs.

Thai Setakij partners Thai Ticket Major for embedded ticket insurance

The collaboration offers consumers added security when buying tickets online.

Aon reports 45% earnings boost in Q4 2024

Basic earnings per share (EPS) during the quarter was $3.31.

Insurance sector to aid in New Zealand climate policy development

The CE said a large portion of NZ-ers live in high-risk areas.

India Post Payments Bank, PNB MetLife India Insurance ink bancassurance deal

The collaboration will leverage IPPB’s network of 650 banking outlets.

Marsh McLennan bags $4.1b for FY 2024

It’s full-year revenue increased by 8% YoY to $24.5b.

South Korea's insurance industry to hit $191.2b by 2029

This year, the industry is expected to grow by 2.2%.

Philippine Crop Insurance to disburse farmer payments via GCash

Farmers no longer required to visit PCIC offices.

Southsure Assurance profitability tied to revenue control: Fitch Ratings

Limited presence and exposure to possible regulatory intervention challenge its profile.

Travel credit insurance CAGR to exceed 10% through 2032

The region was noted as an emerging market in this industry.

AIA’s value of new business slated for 23% growth for Q4 2024

But challenges in Malaysia and Thailand could weigh on performance.

Insurance Development Forum appoints new chair of operating committee

He succeeds Rowan Douglas, CEO of Climate Risk & Resilience at Howden.