Insurance

NongHyup P&C Insurance benefits from NACF’s support

Its capital and surplus saw significant growth in 2023 due to IFRS 17 adoption.

Delegated underwriting authority enterprises benefit from excess and surplus

Investments in technology and talent have further fueled the segment’s expansion.

China's personal insurance sector to grow 5% to 10% annually

Pension and health products are expected to account for 50% of the market by 2035.

GIC Re sees profit surge 24% YoY in H1 2024

Meanwhile, underwriting loss reduced to ₹2,376.95 crore.

Australian insurance market improves in H1 2024 amidst increased competition, choices

Post-pandemic business changes continued to impact the life insurance market's profitability.

ASEAN insurers struggle with quality, and accessibility in healthcare

Private health insurance was valued at approximately $7.5b in 2023.

Gov’t plan to reduce stake may shake Seoul Guarantee Insurance’s status

Fitch also forecasts a decline in underwriting profitability through 2024 due to rising claims.

Tune Protect sees Q3 profit surge 50.3% YoY, YTD loss

YTD insurance revenue contracted 12.3% YoY.

AIA China expands with new Zhejiang branch

The planned expansions may tap into an additional 100 million potential customers.

AIA Group appoints Fisher Zhang as new regional chief executive

He will oversee operations in China, South Korea, and Vietnam.

Aon to acquire Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s insurance agency

The insurance agency, part of Dia Rix, provides corporate and personal insurance.

AIA’s medical plan introduces first-in-market rewards system

The plan integrates Signature Healthcare Circle, concierge services, and personalised health programmes.

Thailand's insurance policies grow 6.13% in Q2

Number of policies increased 6.13% YoY.

InLife’s retirement plan guarantees monthly payout

The plan also includes a life insurance component.

Japan's Property Insurance to Hit $27b by 2028

However, a recovery is anticipated in 2024.