Insurance

Great Eastern launches new plan to make private care affordable

The plan includes lifetime coverage for congenital conditions.

Asia-Pacific leads global crime insurance growth at 18.6% CAGR

Globally, crime insurance market is expected to grow 13.5% from 2023 to 2032.

WTW advises Brunei employers to review health policies amidst new rules

The move aims to manage rising public healthcare costs.

How insurance aids legacy planning for high net-worth families

As fortunes grow more complex, insurance is emerging as a key tool to pass wealth.

AIA Singapore launches chronic disease plan with Amplify Health

The 12-month programme offers personalised coaching and health tracking tools. 

Insurance investors boost demand for structured private credit

Rated note feeders have emerged as a key tool for insurers.

Family accident insurance seen hitting $6.7b by 2029

Asia-Pacific is expected to post the fastest growth.

China reinsurance market stable as capacity grows: AM Best

The motor segment has entered a low-growth phase, though profitability has improved. 

Fitch sees weak car sales weighing on Indonesia insurers, NBFIs

Fitch expects modest premium growth through 2026.

Home insurers grow as premiums top $6.3t

Insured losses from natural disasters are expected to reach $140b to $150b in 2025.

Sompo tests methane insurance as regulations tighten

Satellite monitoring and inspections help firms detect leaks and avoid fines.

Australia posts $1.3b in insured losses from major disasters

The report also pushes for the proposed $19.8b Flood Defence Fund.

Australia insurers sustain profits on higher premiums, stable claims

Health insurers are likely to see moderate profitability.

Why are businesses willing to pay more for insurance with AI protection?

Demand is strongest amongst the technology and financial sectors.