Insurance

Parametric insurance sees 12.6% CAGR through 2034

China is expected to be one of the fastest-growing parametric insurance markets.

Manulife Singapore rolls out AI tools with advisory milestones

The firm targets 50,000 personalised portfolio check-ins annually.

YAS deploys AI to adjust premiums for Hong Kong taxis

It will initially cover around 1,000 hybrid and electric taxis.

Indian Gen Z leads Millennials in health insurance knowledge: survey

Nearly 1 in 3 Indian Gen Zers said they are very confident about their understanding of it.

Chola MS General Insurance expands North India presence with new office

The New Delhi facility is Chola MS’s 17th company-owned office in India.

Global firms eye Hong Kong captives to manage risk

Self-insurance could lower premiums over time and improve liquidity.

Cyber insurance in 2025: What every business needs to know

On average, Indian companies were subject to 2,807 weekly cyberattacks in early 2024. Alarmingly, this figure marks a 33% jump from the previous year...

Is transformation worth it? A grounded look at technology in Southeast Asia’s insurance brokerage landscape

Across Southeast Asia, brokers are looking for solutions that fit their reality, not Silicon Valley’s assumptions. 

Why renewables remain a challenge for insurers

The market has a mixed record of delivering profits to insurers.

Markel creates casualty role in Singapore, appoints Sim

Sim has over 20 years of experience in casualty underwriting.

Mitsui Sumitomo, Aioi Nissay Dowa maintain capital strength ahead of 2027 merger

Overseas operations now contribute around 40% of premium income.

Deloitte sees AI aiding insurers in climate risk resilience

AI could prevent around $70b in infrastructure losses yearly.

Cathay Financial to stay resilient despite earnings drop: Moody’s

Cathay Life is projected to retain its lead in Taiwan's life insurance market.

Income Insurance defends failed Allianz deal as capital boost

Chariman Ong also announced his decision to step down after seven years.