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.