Insurance

Unit-linked insurance market to reach $2.3t by 2032

The market is forecasted to reach a CAGR of 10.9%. 

2024 insured losses exceed decade average at $108b

Total economic losses for the first three quarters reached ~$280b.

Taiwan insurers to raise fresh equity amidst new capital requirement 

The new standard also raised compliance risks for insurers.

Specialist Risk Group appoints new APAC CEO

He will begin his term early next year.

High-income S’poreans grapple with retirement planning amidst rising financial needs

High-income retirees were overwhelmed by the rising cost of living and family support expenses.

India, Philippines pension systems lack adequacy: Mercer

A score below 35 would indicate serious deficiencies.

Vietnamese bank expands into non-life insurance sector

Other banks which made the same move are VietinBank, Agribank, and HDBank.

Why ageing Asians prefer critical illness coverage

Japan and India have the largest share of life insurance ownership.

Competition Commission of India clears central bank on acquisitions

The central bank proposed stakes in both life and general entities of Future Generali.

Insurers are increasing investments in generative AI by 300%

Half of CEOs view AI as an opportunity, whilst the other half see it as a risk.

Financial and planning gaps leave Singaporeans unprepared for retirement: report

Nearly half of Singaporeans start retirement planning too late.