Insurance
Sun Life clinches approval to establish Dubai IFC office
Sun Life clinches approval to establish Dubai IFC office
It will commence operations in the Dubai International Financial Centre in December.
Floods and earthquakes raise Thai property insurance costs
Insurers are set to bolster natural disaster protection.
Malaysia’s non-life market stable as tariff liberalisation boosts pricing flexibility
The industry’s growth will also be supported by rising demand for digital insurance products.
Legal protection insurance slated for 7.7% through 2029
Future growth is expected to come from increased use of digital legal platforms.
bolttech, Orange Poland launch digital insurance comparison platform
Customers can also opt for phone support from an agent if they prefer guided assistance.
Prudential signs IPO underwriting for ICICI asset manager
The IPO is set to raise $1.17b for the Prudential unit.
How can insurers close protection gaps through customer-focused innovation?
Insurers need to connect with people better; clarity is essential.
CTF Life enables AlipayHK premium payments on mobile app
Of the 4.5 million Alipay HK users, one million are wealth management users.
Bowtie relocates Hong Kong headquarters to Wan Chai tower
Bowtie’s branded coffee shop “Bow Coffee” will be launched in February 2026.
FWD Singapore reshapes leadership ahead of 10th year
The leadership changes will be effective on 1 January 2026.
Six in 10 Indians now actively search for travel cover
But a third expressed cost concerns, and a fifth felt it was not beneficial for their trip.
Insurance, finance sector should expect strong hiring demand in Q1 2026
India recorded the highest national outlook at 52%.
Manulife, Bupa ink MOU to build integrated healthcare network
They will offer healthcare solutions and personalised healthcare support.
Manulife sustains earnings quality through derisking efforts
The company has a history of stable earnings and continues to report favorable earnings, AM Best said.
Chubb names ex-AIG exec to lead commercial P&C in APAC
Chris Colahan will also be part of Chubb’s APAC executive committee.
Malaysia motor insurance premiums hit $3.3b by 2030
Lower borrowing costs are also expected to support vehicle purchases.
Howden launches space insurance unit led by Clive Strickland
The company estimates that annual space insurance premiums total about $600m.