Insurance
Markel expands APAC W&I with two underwriter hires
Markel expands APAC W&I with two underwriter hires
One appointment covers Singapore, Hong Kong, and other regional deal markets, whilst the other is based in Mumbai.
Automation threatens 43% of insurance tasks by 2030
Nearly all insurers are speeding up adoption as technology reshapes operational models.
APRA warns climate risks could leave 1 in 4 homes uninsured
The regulator assessed two severe scenarios covering weather losses and transition costs through to 2050.
HSBC Life pushes preventive care shift with new programme
It combines workplace programmes, insurance expansion, education and community initiatives.
Insurance M&A rises to 211 deals as APAC drives recovery
Regional transactions surge in APAC whilst global consolidation momentum struggles elsewhere.
Etiqa and AIA expand Takaful access via 6,300 agents
It allows Takaful offerings to reach both Muslim and non-Muslim customers in Singapore.
Tata AIA launches AI and mid-cap funds for ULIPs
Offer period runs from 24 to 31 March, with entry pricing set at $0.11.
CTIM stays resilient amidst reinsurance reliance risk: AM Best
It maintains a 34% share in Macau non-life backed by diversified distribution channels.
MS Amlin profit jumps 50.2% in 2025
Underwriting gains reached $350m as catastrophe events tested insurers across regions.
Why Indonesia insurers face flat 2026 premiums
Traditional policies made up 63% of total premiums and posted 7% growth in H1 2025.
Willis and Circle Asia launch new art insurance facility
It is also positioned to support one-off exhibitions and one-off transit coverage.
How can insurers balance outsourcing and data control?
Rising data volumes are becoming harder to access and use effectively.
Taiwan insurer assets face volatility as Middle East war drags on
Rated companies hold regional bonds mostly tied to Israel, Saudi Arabia Qatar and the UAE.
AIA hits $7.14b profit, triggers $1.7b buy-back as Asian demand surges
Group CEO Lee Yuan Siong reported a 12% per-share profit growth driven by Asia’s demand for savings.
Howden’s Shweta Swaroop pushes pay data transparency in insurance
Clear disclosure drives accountability and actionable change to plug the gender gap.
Allianz Malaysia boosts motor personal accident coverage
Motorcycle drivers who purchase or renew their policy in 2026 will get up to MYR25,000 coverage.
Navi rolls out motor insurance offering in India
The service is available for EVs and offers tailored pricing.