Insurance

Robust capital aids premium growth in China

Robust capital aids premium growth in China

Companies with higher IFS Ratings typically exhibit more stability.

Nippon Life sees benefits from rising rates, market diversity

Revenue and profit for FY 2024 are projected to decline.

Qoala boosts leadership to expand regional presence

It is also launching its second Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP).

PSC Insurance Brokers acquires Eastern Prudential

Eastern Prudential will move to the Sydney branch.

Economy to drive Sri Lankan insurance market, says central bank

In 2023, the sector contributed 0.8% to GDP, penetration rates remaining below 2%.

High interest rates threaten Korean insurers' profitability

The profitability of Korean non-life generally falls below the ratio guidelines.

Crawford’s new model streamlines claims across Asia for Japanese insurers

It aims to adapt to the Japanese business culture, customs and etiquette.

A complement, not replacement: Understanding parametric insurance

With rising disasters and cyber-attacks, parametric insurance offers an alternative to traditional indemnity-based coverage.

VINARE bags $14.27m pre-tax profit in H1 2024

It targets to reach pre-tax profit of $20.2m by yearend.

Life Insurance Corporation of India eyes ~3% growth in new business margin

It also announced plans to acquire a majority stake in standalone health insurance.

Nearly half of Hong Kong workers report mental strain, desire to leave

41% are planning to work from home to avoid workplace interactions.

Fukoku Life's solvency ratio expected to reach 300%

Positive investment spread will continue to widen over the next 3-5 years.

Hollard Australia’s capital remains solid until 2026

It will also benefit from its acquisition of Commonwealth Insurance.

Japan's top insurers see mixed Q1 results amidst NatCat impacts

Jefferies warns to watch for potential natural catastrophes in Q2 2024.

Meritz Fire & Marine Insurance eyes MG Non-Life Insurance

Three entities are now bidding to acquire the non-life insurer.