Insurance
Canara HSBC Life launches India manufacturing fund for ULIPs
The portfolio focuses on Automobiles, Capital Goods, Defence, Healthcare, and Metals.
Indonesian insurers told to walk the talk on tech: AXA CEO
The industry must tap digital distribution channels to unlock growth, according to AXA.
Zurich’s P&C segment in Asia grows 4% YoY in 9M 2024
The Life insurance segment saw its new business premiums increase by 6%.
RBC rules may shift Hong Kong insurers to bonds: Aviva Investors
Singapore’s asset growth in 2019 and 2022 could spark promise for Hong Kong.
Insurance companies in Asia are navigating rapid regulatory changes
It challenges insurance companies' operations.
Allianz SE mulls exit from Bajaj Insurance joint ventures
Bajaj Finserv holds a 74% stake in both joint ventures.
Aussie insurers to slash costs by 30% with tech revama
Insurers’ operating costs have surged—20% for incumbents.
China greenlights BNP Paribas, Prudential insurance firms
China’s fast assets growth last year attracted both parties.
Climate change renders Australian home insurance unaffordable
Surge in claims led to an average home insurance premium increase of at least 14%.
Aon to support Asia’s low-carbon investments with AIGCC
Aon aims to develop market-based climate solutions.
APAC sees rising demand for cyber, EV insurance
Motor insurance remains the largest non-life segment, representing 41% of premiums.
SeaMoney and MSIG Singapore launch new travel insurance for SG-based travellers
The insurance also covers group travel.
Allianz Malaysia releases flood guideline for commercial and SME policyholders
It also includes flood vulnerability assessments.
Everest launches AI-powered health insurance in Singapore
The AI streamlines the matching of patients with physicians.
Niva Bupa Health’s IPO opens today, closes 11 Nov
The healthcare insurer has set a price range of ₹70 to ₹74 per share.
PCRIC, WTW enhance pacific disaster coverage
PCRIC will provide coverage against tropical cyclones, heavy rain, earthquakes, and tsunamis.
Commentary
AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work