Insurance
Ongoing flooding won’t make Australian insurers tap reinsurance: S&P
Ongoing flooding won’t make Australian insurers tap reinsurance: S&P
The analyst also said insurer earnings will only erode slightly.
Tokio Marine to lead bolttech’s Series B funding round
The investment will raise the insurtech firm's value to $1.5b.
Miller appoints former Allianz head as APAC Head of Energy
He has worked in markets such as China, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Sun Life Malaysia Takaful names new chief
He previously held the role of Chief Operations Officer at Sun Life.
Australian High Court rejects special leave applications
The decision was announced on 14 October.
India insurance regulator proposes to allow private equity funds in insurance
Private equity funds may invest as a promoter or an investor.
New Zealand August weather insurance losses breach more than $27m
Initial data revealed 3,165 claims filed.
Singapore’s retirement income system is the best in Asia: report
It also ranks 9 out of 44 globally.
Igloo introduces nat cat and fire cover for indoor assets in Vietnam
The regional insurtech player has partnered with Shopee and Bao Viet for the launch.
DocDoc and QBE join forces to debut proactive group health insurance in Singapore
The product will be offered to employers through partnerships with brokers.
India International Insurance launches travel cover i-Journey in Singapore
It provides coverage for travel delays, terrorism, and more.
India sets ambitious goal to be sixth largest insurance market globally
The industry is currently growing at a CAGR of 11%.
Damaged or lost phones cost New Zealanders $7.58m a year
The data comes from 35,899 contents insurance claims from State Insurance.
New Zealand banks and insurers returns $93.86m after conduct and culture review
The joint review of banks and life insurers was conducted between 2018 to 2019.
Almost 4 in 5 people in Asia are interested in mental health insurance
Multiple challenges like stigma and cost, however, are hindering most to seek help.
Former AIA director joins Manulife as new chief
The new chief brings with him 20 years of experience in the insurance and finance industry.
How do Hong Kongers fare in their retirement preparations
Two out of five are hoping to retire before their 60s, Sun Life reveals.
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