Insurance

Earthquake insurance market projected to reach $13.6b by 2034

This represents a compound annual growth rate of 6.0%.

HSBC’s subsidiary approved as first captive insurer in Hong Kong

The government imposed a 50% tax concession for local captive insurers.

Talanx Group posts $683m Q1 net income

This marks a 4.9% year-on-year (YoY) increase.

Howden selects industry veteran Pommalee for Thailand client role

His focus will include delivering insurance and risk solutions.

Zurich calls for investment in disaster prevention strategies

Hurricanes, floods, and wildfires caused $2t in economic losses over the past decade.

MSIG Asia restructures leadership to boost digital, corporate strategy

Adrian Hill has been appointed Chief Digital & Consumer Officer.

Cyber gross written premiums could double to $30b globally

The top 10 reinsurers account for 87% of the global cyber GWP.

Peak Re issues $50m catastrophe bond with Black Kite Re

This marks Peak Re’s second catastrophe bond issued in Hong Kong.

Insurance Development Forum launches open tools for climate risk understanding

IDF RMSG has also published a series of Parametric Insurance Case Studies. 

Singaporean broadband provider launches coverage for hobbyists

In collaboration with HL Assurance, it is designed to cover high-value collectables.

FWD Group’s new business sales rise 46% to $679m in Q1

It saw a strong growth trajectory in Hong Kong and Macau.

Hurricanes, earthquakes may raise insured losses to $300b annually

Insured natural catastrophe losses in 2025 will be about the same level as last year.

Prudential’s new business profit rise 12% to $608m in Q1

Its Singapore and Hong Kong businesses logged double-digit growth.